Rise

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Through training, mentorship, micro-financing and other custom supports, Rise helps individuals build the skills and access the capital they need to launch a small business that can improve quality of life and enable them to support themselves, their families and communities. ๐Ÿ’ก

Over the past decade, Rise has benefitted from the time and talent of more than 680 volunteers, disbursed over $2 millio

05/19/2026

Meet Leah Thomas, a makeup artist based in Toronto and a proud graduate of Rise's Youth Small Business Program (YSBP). ๐Ÿ’™

Leah built her craft into a real business with support from YSBP, gaining the skills, structure, and confidence to take her work seriously and grow it on her own terms.

Her story is exactly why this program exists.

If you are aged 16 to 29 and already running a business anywhere in Canada, applications for the Summer 2026 YSBP cohort are open now. The program is free, virtual, and built around what you are already doing.

Graduates are eligible for a $350 startup grant. ๐Ÿ’ธ

Apply now at the link in our bio.

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2 Carlton Street, Suite 1806
Toronto, ON
M5B1J3

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm