Programme dates
6-10 July 2026
In-person Program
Entrepreneurial Minds: Dream. Build. Grow.
by Appleby College Summer Academy
Explore entrepreneurship through collaborative projects and a full mock business plan, building leadership skills as you turn an idea into a product or service concept.
Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Entrepreneurial Minds at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Grades 9-11; high English proficiency
Age range / Year group
Ages 15-17
Location / Region
Appleby College, Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Cost
$625 + HST per week
Duration
1 week
Format
In-person
Applications open
8 December 2026 · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
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Class size: Maximum 15 students
Meals: Daily lunch included
Certificate: Requires attendance every day
Daily schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Classroom time: 5.5 hours daily
Main output: Full mock business plan
Entrepreneurial Minds summary
Appleby's senior Entrepreneurial Minds course explores how innovative ideas become viable products or services through design-driven projects.
Students work together on real-world challenges, develop a full mock business plan, and use independent reflection to examine their decisions.
It suits students who want practical business exploration and enjoy combining creative thinking with teamwork and leadership.
What is Entrepreneurial Minds: Dream. Build. Grow.?
Entrepreneurial Minds: Dream. Build. Grow. is Appleby College's senior entrepreneurship enrichment course. Its design-driven approach explores how an idea can become a viable product or service while developing leadership and management skills.
Students collaborate on real-world challenges and create a full mock business plan. Hands-on projects sit alongside independent reflection, giving students practice in both team decisions and thoughtful individual work.
Why Succeed highlights Entrepreneurial Minds
A full mock business plan gives students a concrete way to apply entrepreneurial ideas.
Collaborative challenges connect business planning with team motivation and effective goal setting.
Independent reflection encourages students to examine their own decisions alongside group work.
Classes capped at 15 students provide a small-group setting for discussion and collaboration.
Who is Entrepreneurial Minds for?
Best for
Students curious about entrepreneurship who enjoy developing ideas with others and want preparation for further Business Studies.
Not ideal if
You want a mostly recreational camp or would find sustained classroom discussion and collaborative planning difficult to enjoy.
Is Entrepreneurial Minds worth it?
This course offers a useful test of whether you enjoy turning creative ideas into structured business decisions. The mock business plan and team challenges give you specific experiences to reflect on when considering further Business Studies.
Its value depends on your willingness to contribute to group work and engage with a substantial classroom day. The central project is a mock business plan, so judge the experience by the thinking and collaboration you develop rather than expecting a finished operating business.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
$625 + HST per week; includes Classroom instruction and course activities, Daily lunch.
Meals
Daily lunch included
Supervision or safety information
Families can pre-register for weekly Before & After Care, covering 7:30 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. Participants without this service make their own way to class and leave independently.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 week; Appleby College, Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Entrepreneurial Minds need?
Effort level
Moderate to high during the course.
Best started
Begin planning several weeks before day-program registration launches in December.
Main challenge
Turning a shared idea into a coherent mock business plan.
Typical preparation
List two everyday problems that a product or service could address.
Practice explaining one idea clearly and listening to another person's suggestions.
Prepare your laptop or tablet and plan your daily arrival and departure arrangements.
Useful if
You want to explore entrepreneurship before further Business Studies.
What do students do on Entrepreneurial Minds?
You explore how ideas become viable products or services, then apply that thinking through collaborative projects. Independent reflection helps connect the business plan with your developing leadership and management skills.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Explore the relationship between an idea and a viable product or service.
- 2
Work with classmates on a real-world challenge.
- 3
Practice team motivation, group dynamics, and effective goal setting.
- 4
Develop a full mock business plan.
- 5
Reflect independently on your ideas and decisions.
Entrepreneurial Minds dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Registration opens
8 December 2026
2027 day-program portal lists 7:00 a.m.; the enrichment page lists 9 December instead.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Programme dates | 6-10 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Registration opens | 8 December 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Senior Enrichment is designed for ages 15-17.
Participants are in Grades 9, 10, or 11.
High English language proficiency is required.
English language learners must self-identify when applying.
English language learners require an online language assessment before acceptance.
How much does Entrepreneurial Minds cost?
Program fee
$610 — 2026 one-week course fee; 13% HST additional.
Funding or discounts
- Cancellation retention: $100 — Retained per week from day-program cancellations under the 2027 policy.
What's included
Classroom instruction and course activities, Daily lunch
How to apply to Entrepreneurial Minds
- 1
Create an account or sign in to Appleby's CampBrain day-program portal.
- 2
Select Entrepreneurial Minds: Dream. Build. Grow. Sr. and complete its registration.
- 3
Identify any English language learning needs and complete the required assessment.
- 4
Read the registration email and the welcome email sent one week before class.
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What does Entrepreneurial Minds cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Ideas into products
Explore how an idea can become a viable product or service.
Business planning
Develop a full mock business plan responding to a real-world challenge.
Leadership and management
Practice team motivation, group dynamics, and effective goal setting.
Independent reflection
Reflect on your entrepreneurial thinking alongside collaborative hands-on projects.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Entrepreneurial Minds?
A typical day during the program.
First classroom block
Complete 1.5 hours of classroom time, followed by a break.
Second classroom block
Complete another 1.5 hours of classroom time before lunch.
Final classroom block
Return after lunch for 2.5 hours of classroom time.
Who teaches on Entrepreneurial Minds?
Appleby's enrichment programs combine instructor-led learning with class discussions and group activities. Classes have a maximum of 15 students per session.
Where do students stay on Entrepreneurial Minds?
Non-residential plan
- Day-campus learning: Attend classroom discussions and collaborative activities on the Appleby College campus.
- Dining hall lunch: Daily lunch is included in the course fee.
- Medical support: Medically trained campus professionals assist students, and parents are contacted about illness or injury.
Participants without Before & After Care arrive at classrooms and leave independently; supervision ends with programming.
What happens after Entrepreneurial Minds?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Create a full mock business plan.
Develop leadership and collaboration skills for future projects.
Prepare for further study in Grade 12 Business Studies.
Earn an enrichment certificate by attending every program day.
Where does Entrepreneurial Minds take place?
The course takes place on the Appleby College campus at 540 Lakeshore Road West in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. Families receive directions and classroom information in the welcome email one week before programming.
Entrepreneurial Minds FAQs
Students collaborate on real-world challenges and develop a full mock business plan for a product or service concept.
Senior Enrichment includes 5.5 hours of classroom instruction daily, with discussions and group activities. This course is described as preparation for Grade 12 Business Studies.
Daily lunch is included in the course fee and is provided in Appleby's dining hall.
Bring a personal laptop or tablet and a reusable water bottle. Cell phones cannot replace the classroom device and may not be used in class.
Yes, provided they have high English language proficiency. English language learners must identify themselves when applying and complete an online language assessment before acceptance.
Enrichment participants must attend every day of programming to earn a certificate. Families should report absences to the Academy office.
Families can pre-register for weekly Before & After Care, covering 7:30 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. Participants without this service make their own way to class and leave independently.
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- Strengthen Academic and Leadership Skills with Appleby’s Summer Enrichment Camp
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