Welcome, aspiring Entrepreneur! 

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur between the ages of 6 to 14?  Start planning your business so you don’t miss this great opportunity!

The Municipality of South Huron and Libro Credit Union (Exeter) are excited to announce the inaugural South Huron Youth Makers Market. The Youth Markers Market is designed to showcase the creativity and innovation of young entrepreneurs and makers in our community between the ages of 6 and 14, while supporting the next generation of entrepreneurship through an introduction to business resources and coaching. A number of Special Awards will be presented during the event to participants who demonstrate exceptional entrepreneurial skills and traits.

• When: Saturday November 16, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Where: South Huron Recreation Centre - Community Hall (94 Victoria Street East, Exeter)

Application Process

• Before applying, all interested participants are encouraged to work through the FREE resource to help them with the application process: Youth Friendly Business Guide (Hard copies or alternative format of this guide is available upon request by contacting Stacey Jeffery by email at sjeffery@southhuron.ca or by phone at 519-235-0310 extension 247)
• Applications to participate in the market will open on September 9^_th and close on October 21^st.
  • Please have your youth involve in the application process. 
• There is a maximum of 2 participants per business.
• Although we will strive to accommodate all interested participants, space is limited and will be confirmed on a first come, first serve basis.

• Any participant selling food, must also submit the following application to Huron Perth Public Health: https://forms.hpph.ca/Partners-and-Professionals/Special-Event-Food-Vendor-Application (Confirmation prior to the market is required for participation)

Confirmation of Participation

• All participants will be sent communication by October 25^th, 2024 indicating whether they have successfully secured a spot for the market. 

• A list of businesses and their product/service will be publicaly displayed on the Municipal website and social media for promotion to the community of the event, however, NO personal identifiable information will be included in this communication (i.e. names, ages).

Youth Markers Market

• We will provide the following on the day of:
  • All participants will be provided one rectangular table and two chairs
  • Where requested in the application, access to a hydro outlet can be provided
  • Representatives from the Municipality, Libro Credit Union (Exeter) and Huron Small Business Centre will be present to provide further business resources to youth attending
• What you will provide (and things you should consider):
  • Overall look of your booth (Table decorations, signs, costumes) to draw customers in
  • How you will display your product/service and price on your table?
  • Small float (for providing change to customers when a purchase made)
  • Calculator
  • Promotional materials (how will interested customers reach you after the market? (if you wish to continue sales beyond the market))
  • A parent/guardian is recommended to be present at each booth for any assistance that may be required during the market. Note: parents/guardians are recommended to not help set up, promote and sell the products during the event, rather, this effort should be solely the youth. 

Questions?

We are here to help! Have questions about the Youth Makers Market, application process, resources or require an alternate format? Contact Stacey Jeffery, Community Relations Manager by email at sjeffery@southhuron.ca or by phone at 519-235-0310 extension 247.