From artisans to startups to community-driven creators, this showcase will bring together the City’s most inspiring small businesses. On September 20th, businesses will get have the opportunity to showcase and sell their creations in the heart of the Square One Mall for shoppers and community alike.

​​EmpowHER Tech Launchpad: 12 week program for women entrepreneurs. ​​​Join us for the official launch of the 2025 EmpowHER program, a joint initiative of YSpace and IDEA Mississauga. ​​EmpowHER Tech Launchpad is a transformative 12-week program designed to support women-led businesses. This program aims to accelerate growth, foster innovation, and empower participants to scale their ventures effectively.

IDEA Mississauga is thrilled to welcome you back to one of the most anticipated youth business events of the summer! The IDEA Connect Summer Market is your chance to experience the energy, creativity, and passion of 15 new youth-run businesses—all launched by participants in this year’s Summer Company program.

These inspiring young entrepreneurs from across Mississauga have spent their summer building real businesses from the ground up. Now, they’re ready to showcase their products and services in a dynamic marketplace setting—and they need your support!

Why You Should Attend:

· Support Local Youth: These students took a bold leap into entrepreneurship—help celebrate their journey and success.

· Shop Unique Products: From fashion and 3D printing to innovative refreshments, event services, and more—there’s something for everyone.

· Experience IDEA Square One: Visit our entrepreneur hub and see where ideas come to life.

· Win Prizes: Attendees who visit each vendor are entered into a raffle to win a curated gift bag and 2 free Day Passes to the IDEA Square One Hub!

· Celebrate Community: Be part of a growing movement that champions youth, innovation, and small business in Mississauga.

This event is one of the final opportunities for these students to sell their products and services before heading back to school. Your presence makes a difference—not just in their sales, but in their confidence and future as entrepreneurs.

🌟 Featured Youth Businesses:

· AudioTone Collective

· Aywa

· BookCharm Cases

· Charmed by Cindie

· Cinemora

· FORM3D

· Indipendce

· LawnPro

· Made Bye Mistake

· PixelPerfect Websites

· Redux FC

· Sola

· Summer Suga Volleyball

· The Midnight Baker

· Xcel Auto-Detailing

Admiss is free, but space is limited – register now to confirm your attendance and support the future of Mississauga’s business community!

Register Now!
Let’s come together to shop, connect, and celebrate the next generation of entrepreneurs. We can’t wait to see you there!

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025 Starter Company Plus cohort! This year, our popular entrepreneurship program will concentrate on helping early-stage and established small businesses in Mississauga improve their operations, stay competitive in their industries, and achieve new goals.

Starter Company Plus provides local entrepreneurs with the resources and knowledge they need to grow a small business. This free program offers:
1. Expert-led business training and skills development.
2. Mentorship from business professionals.
3. Networking opportunities to connect with fellow entrepreneurs.
4. Guidance in writing a comprehensive business plan.
5. Opportunity to apply for a micro-grant up to $5,000.

The first step to applying to Starter Company Plus in Mississauga is attending one of our mandatory information sessions to learn about the program. This session will include:
• Program eligibility requirements.
• Application process and program timelines.
• Participant requirements and what to expect throughout the program.
• Review of training sessions and mentorship schedule.
• Information about the program’s micro-grant opportunity.

To apply to the Starter Company Plus Program in Mississauga, you must attend one of our mandatory information sessions and confirm your eligibility to participate in the program. Attendance at the information session does not guarantee acceptance into the program or the receipt of a program grant. Application to participate in Starter Company Plus is a competitive process as there are limited spaces available. The delivery process of this program in Mississauga is subject to change annually.
The Starter Company Plus Program is delivered by the Mississauga Business Entrepreneur Centre (MBEC) for the Mississauga area. The Program is funded by the Province of Ontario and is delivered by Small Business Entrepreneur Centres (“SBECs”) similar to MBEC across Ontario. If you are interested in this program and are outside of the city of Mississauga, please refer to the list of Small Business Entrepreneur Centres and Community-Based Provider Locations in Ontario. To learn more about Starter Company Plus in Mississauga, visit ideamississauga.ca/starter-company-plus-program

Registration in advance is required to attend this in-person information session.
We look forward to seeing you at IDEA Square One (100 City Centre Drive, 2nd Floor). Please arrive early to ensure you are present for the entire session as we will be starting promptly at 6:00pm.

If you have any questions, please contact our team at startercompanyplus@mississauga.ca

Register Now! (https://SCP2025-3.eventbrite.ca)

IDEA Website Event Page

Title: Starter Company Plus Information Session (Option 2)
Tagline: Let us help you accelerate and grow your business in Mississauga!

Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025
Time: 1:00pm
Format: Virtual
Cost: Free

Description/Eventbrite Blurb:

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025 Starter Company Plus cohort! This year, our popular entrepreneurship program will concentrate on helping early-stage and established small businesses in Mississauga improve their operations, stay competitive in their industries, and achieve new goals.

Starter Company Plus provides local entrepreneurs with the resources and knowledge they need to grow a small business. This free program offers:
1. Expert-led business training and skills development.
2. Mentorship from business professionals.
3. Networking opportunities to connect with fellow entrepreneurs.
4. Guidance in writing a comprehensive business plan.
5. Opportunity to apply for a micro-grant up to $5,000.

The first step to applying to Starter Company Plus in Mississauga is attending one of our mandatory information sessions to learn about the program. This session will include:
• Program eligibility requirements.
• Application process and program timelines.
• Participant requirements and what to expect throughout the program.
• Review of training sessions and mentorship schedule.
• Information about the program’s micro-grant opportunity.

To apply to the Starter Company Plus Program in Mississauga, you must attend one of our mandatory information sessions and confirm your eligibility to participate in the program. Attendance at the information session does not guarantee acceptance into the program or the receipt of a program grant. Application to participate in Starter Company Plus is a competitive process as there are limited spaces available. The delivery process of this program in Mississauga is subject to change annually.
The Starter Company Plus Program is delivered by the Mississauga Business Entrepreneur Centre (MBEC) for the Mississauga area. The Program is funded by the Province of Ontario and is delivered by Small Business Entrepreneur Centres (“SBECs”) similar to MBEC across Ontario. If you are interested in this program and are outside of the city of Mississauga, please refer to the list of Small Business Entrepreneur Centres and Community-Based Provider Locations in Ontario. To learn more about Starter Company Plus in Mississauga, visit ideamississauga.ca/starter-company-plus-program

Registration in advance is required to attend this virtual information session.
A Webex link will be emailed to all session registrants prior to the session start time.

If you have any questions, please contact our team at startercompanyplus@mississauga.ca

Register Now! (https://SCP2025-2.eventbrite.ca)

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025 Starter Company Plus cohort! This year, our popular entrepreneurship program will concentrate on helping early-stage and established small businesses in Mississauga improve their operations, stay competitive in their industries, and achieve new goals.

Starter Company Plus provides local entrepreneurs with the resources and knowledge they need to grow a small business. This free program offers:
1. Expert-led business training and skills development.
2. Mentorship from business professionals.
3. Networking opportunities to connect with fellow entrepreneurs.
4. Guidance in writing a comprehensive business plan.
5. Opportunity to apply for a micro-grant up to $5,000.

The first step to applying to Starter Company Plus in Mississauga is attending one of our mandatory information sessions to learn about the program. This session will include:
• Program eligibility requirements.
• Application process and program timelines.
• Participant requirements and what to expect throughout the program.
• Review of training sessions and mentorship schedule.
• Information about the program’s micro-grant opportunity.

To apply to the Starter Company Plus Program in Mississauga, you must attend one of our mandatory information sessions and confirm your eligibility to participate in the program. Attendance at the information session does not guarantee acceptance into the program or the receipt of a program grant. Application to participate in Starter Company Plus is a competitive process as there are limited spaces available. The delivery process of this program in Mississauga is subject to change annually.
The Starter Company Plus Program is delivered by the Mississauga Business Entrepreneur Centre (MBEC) for the Mississauga area. The Program is funded by the Province of Ontario and is delivered by Small Business Entrepreneur Centres (“SBECs”) similar to MBEC across Ontario. If you are interested in this program and are outside of the city of Mississauga, please refer to the list of Small Business Entrepreneur Centres and Community-Based Provider Locations in Ontario. To learn more about Starter Company Plus in Mississauga, visit ideamississauga.ca/starter-company-plus-program

Registration in advance is required to attend this virtual information session.
A Webex link will be emailed to all session registrants prior to the session start time.

If you have any questions, please contact our team at startercompanyplus@mississauga.ca

Register Now! https://SCP2025-1.eventbrite.ca