Desjardins Young Entrepreneur Prizes

Desjardins and the Secrétariat à la Jeunesse support entrepreneurship among young people by awarding four prizes to young entrepreneurs who set themselves apart by their creativity, achievement and contribution to job creation.

Learn about the 2007-2008 winners
Learn about the 2006 winners

Four prizes (one per region)

• Eastern Quebec
• Central Quebec
• Western Quebec
• Ontario

If a company is located in several regions, priority will be given to the region where it is headquartered.

Before you apply

Ensure that your company:

• is headed by young leaders between 18 and 35;
• has been in business at least one year and no more than five years;
• is headquartered in Quebec or Ontario.

Selection criteria

The selection committee evaluates eligible candidates according to the following criteria:

• Innovation and originality
• Vision and leadership
• Achievements and development potential
• Number of jobs created in Canada
• Financial structure
• Community involvement

To apply

The application form will be available on this very page as of November 10, 2008. Application deadline: March 31, 2009.

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