Federal government to invest $233K for entrepreneur and leadership programs in northern B.C.

PRINCE GEORGE — The federal government has announced $233,083 in funding to expand Young Entrepreneur Leadership Launchpad (YELL) Canada programming in northern B.C.

Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan) Harjit Sajjan made the announcement today as iCubed (Invention, Innovation, Integration) kicked off its virtual annual summit, which brings together Grade 9,10 and 11 students from rural and remote communities across Canada to learn entrepreneurial skills.

The government says YELL exposes students to diverse guest speakers and mentors and operates Canada’s first high school entrepreneurship program eligible for university credits.

The funding will go towards delivering YELL classes in Terrace, Smithers, Vanderhoof, Prince George and Quesnel.