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Small businesses and micro-enterprises are key to community economic development. They are sources of income for tenants and growth opportunities for both business owners and employees. We can refer tenants to business development programs and resources such as financing and networks for small businesses. We also support the development of social enterprises by providing access to business development resources.

Interested in Fashion?

A Passion for Fashion is a FREE program available to youth aged 16 to 29 interested in a career within any area of the fashion business. Now in its third year, this exciting program gives young fashion designers and entrepreneurs a chance to discover all the areas of the industry.

Participants will receive:

• Workshops on starting a fashion business
• Workshops on developing a fashion line
• Workshops covering sales, marketing, and presentation skills
• One-on-one mentorship
• Assistance with creating a business plan and building a portfolio
• Opportunity to enter the Fashionistas Den Competition to win $1,000, a one-year membership to Toronto Fashion Institute (TFI), and 50 hours of business advisory and fashion mentorship

For more information, contact Gail McInnes at gail_mcinnes@yes.on.ca or call 416-504-5516 ext. 268.  To register for an upcoming information session or to read workshop descriptions, visit the website