Feature
February 13, 2020
The Youth Employment team kicked off 2020 with a first-of-its-kind Discover Finance and Technology program last week in downtown Toronto. Continue reading ““I never thought I’d end up here” – Young entrepreneurs discover the world of finance and technology on Bay Street” →
Case Study
February 12, 2020
From suffering a concussion and being medically released from the Canadian Armed Forces to starting a successful business she’s excited and passionate about, Kristin Topping’s journey through recovery, transition and entrepreneurship has been remarkable. Continue reading “Meet Kristin – Operation Entrepreneur boot camp graduate and mentee” →
News Release
January 24, 2020
Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, announced funding for Operation Entrepreneur through the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund. Continue reading “New funding announced by Veterans Affairs Canada” →
Feature
January 17, 2020
When Marc Tassé heard about the Operation Entrepreneur mentoring program, he thought it would be the perfect opportunity to support veterans getting into business. During his experience working with his two mentees, Marc discovered an underlying theme Continue reading “What makes mentoring a veteran entrepreneur unique?” →
Case Study
January 15, 2020
Frédéric Verville discovered the importance of business networking while attending our seven-day boot camp at Laval University. He realized that he didn’t have to do it all alone and how asking for help could make a huge difference to his business. He and his wife Roxane, his business partner, signed up for our mentoring program. Continue reading “Meet Frédéric – Operation Entrepreneur boot camp graduate and mentee” →
Case Study
December 9, 2019
Seth, after successfully completing the Get Into program and getting hired by Cineplex, was given the opportunity to become a “Buddy Staff” himself. Continue reading “Meet Seth – Get Into participant and buddy staff” →
Feature
December 2, 2019
For graduates of our Operation Entrepreneur boot camp program who want to get the most out of their entrepreneurial journey, a mentor might be the answer. Here are six reasons why: Continue reading “Six reasons why a veteran entrepreneur needs a mentor” →
Case Study
November 18, 2019
Without any work experience or positive role models, it’s easy to feel hopeless and discouraged. Tyrell wanted to provide for his family but had no job prospects and lacked confidence. He signed up for the Get Into Warehousing program... Continue reading “Meet Tyrell – Get Into Warehousing participant” →
News Release
October 29, 2019
As a tangible way to support veterans and show your appreciation to the men and women who have served our country, you can use POE’s Buy Veteran business directory (buyveteran.ca) to find veteran-owned businesses online and in your community. Continue reading “Prince’s Trust Canada encourages Canadians to Buy Veteran this Remembrance Week” →
News Release
October 21, 2019
Prince's Trust Canada’s new mentoring initiative is the newest offering within the award-winning Operation Entrepreneur program, complementing existing supports offered to Canadian Armed Forces members and veterans as they transition to civilian life as entrepreneurs. Continue reading “Mentoring program helps veterans succeed as entrepreneurs” →
