Applications Open for $5,000 Bursaries Supporting Young Entrepreneurs Across the Province

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

REGINA, SK – The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce, with funding from the Government of Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Trade and Export Development, today announced the launch of applications for the second intake of the Young Entrepreneur Bursary Program.

Building on a successful inaugural year, the program continues to support Saskatchewan’s next generation of entrepreneurs who are driving innovation, job creation, and community impact across the province. Eligible entrepreneurs may apply to receive a $5,000 bursary, alongside access to exclusive mentorship workshops and a complimentary Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce membership to help advance their professional goals and strengthen their capacity to grow their businesses in Saskatchewan.

The first intake for the program received more than 340 applications from young entrepreneurs from 87 communities across Saskatchewan, ultimately recognizing 57 recipients. The second intake aims to build on this momentum and reach even more of the province’s emerging business leaders.

Applications for the 2026 Young Entrepreneur Bursary Program opened May 27, 2026 and close July 17, 2026. For eligibility criteria, program details, and to apply, visit: https://saskchamber.com/initiatives/young-entrepreneur-bursary/

QUOTES

“There is no better place in Canada for young people to start a business than right here in Saskatchewan. The Young Entrepreneur Bursary is supporting young business owners as they grow their ventures and contribute to their local economies and communities. Young entrepreneurs are the future of our province, and our government is proud to support them as they build that future here at home.”   – The Honourable Warren Kaeding, Minister of Trade and Export Development

“Saskatchewan is home to extraordinary entrepreneurial talent, in every city, town, and rural community across this province. The Young Entrepreneur Bursary Program was created to find that talent, invest in it, and connect it to the networks and opportunities it deserves. When young entrepreneurs succeed, the entire provincial economy is stronger for it. We are proud to open our second intake and we look forward to welcoming the next cohort.” – Prabha Ramaswamy, CEO, Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce.

“The Young Entrepreneur Bursary helped me open my first studio space — it’s a small step toward a much bigger dream of creating a creative event and community space in the future. But sometimes the greatest investment in a community isn’t money, it’s giving someone the belief that their story, their dreams, and their future actually matter. That’s what it really did for me. It helped me realize that I mattered, and that caused growth in my business. It wasn’t just the money that affected me. It was the community that came with it.” Montana Lautamus, Owner, MontanasPhotoWorks

ABOUT SASKATCHEWAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:

The Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce is a leading advocate for business in the province, committed to driving economic growth and championing a thriving business community. As the ‘Voice for Saskatchewan Business’, the Chamber represents the interests of over 10,000 individual businesses, industry associations, and local chambers. More information can be found at saskchamber.com or @SaskChamber on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Josie Fries

Senior Director of Marketing and Events

E: jfries@saskchamber.com    |    P: 306-781-3125