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The Summer Company Program provides hands-on business training
- together with financial support - to help enterprising young
people start and run their own summer business.
Meet some of our current 2006 Summer Company participants:
Effective ad copy. Colourful feature articles. Hard-hitting
web content. Wordsmith Communications can do
it all. Whether you need an experienced writer to help you grow
your business, a marketing consultant to revitalize a stuffy communications
strategy, or an editor to ensure your annual reports, final essays,
and press releases are flawless, you’ve come to the "write"
place.
We’ve written for magazines, major Canadian newspapers,
trade publications, private sector clients, and everything in
between. Whatever your communication needs are, the Wordsmiths
can help.
Matt Whitteker, Final Round Boxing;
Boxing Classes and Personal Training
Age 22
613-889-4333
matt@finalroundboxing.ca
www.finalroundboxing.ca
Final Round is your leader in Boxing instruction,
Personal training, Integration and Team Development. At Final
Round we pride ourselves as offering our customers the
most comprehensive, fun and challenging programs all focused on
individual and group development.
We focus on group instruction, one and one consulting, personal
training and the total integration of boxing platforms into your
organization. All Final Round employees are accredited
and experienced coaches that provide industry leading programs
that bring a dynamic approach to fitness, team development and
integration.
Whether you are an organization looking to offer extended services
to your clients, a novice athlete looking to further develop your
skills, or a fitness enthusiast looking for a challenging new
routine, Final Round has programs to suit any
individual or organizations' needs.
Reigning City [of Ottawa] tennis champion Mike Verney is so convinced
of the power of a beginner forehand that he is packaging tennis
in its most innovative form yet. Verney Tennis
is this summer offering an hour introductory tennis lesson for
a mere five dollars, racquets included.
“My hope is that kids will sample the sport and become
addicted, and maybe sign themselves up for more lessons and one
of our summer camps,” said Mike.” My mission for the
summer of 2006 is clear -- to infect Ottawans with my love of
the classic sport and populate my summer tennis programs. I’m
even going to offer glasses of lemonade to ensure a sweet end
to their match.
Verney Tennis is offering full and half day
tennis camps, evening lessons and private lessons through out
the Ottawa region. All tennis instructors are certified by Tennis
Canada, have first aid and CPR and are personable and professional.
Sam Mansour, The Computer Phix;
Computer Maintenance
Age 17
613-878-Phix
services@thecomputerphix.com
The Computer Phix is a company that specializes
in Computer repair and upgrade.
We do all kinds of repairs and upgrades, this includes any software
or hardware problems. Our main focus is to make the process of
computer service as convenient and as painless as possible. That's
the reason why we charge flat rate fees instead of the commonly
used hourly system because we understand the hassles that come
with an hourly rate system.
We also offer great computer products at great prices. This includes
new computers, custom built computers, wireless devices, printers,
cameras, etc. Refer to our products page, and if you don't find
what you are looking for, give us a call and we will make sure
to serve you.
Caitlin Sullivan, Catalyst Designs;
Unique Jewelry and Clothing Design
Age 22
613-808-1610
caitiesullivan@hotmail.com
Catalyst Designs features a collection of unique
designs of jewelry and other trinkets, such as magnets and frames.
The current focus is the jewelry line, which is constructed from
sterling silver or aluminum wire, and tastefully accented with
beads of varying colors. Pieces range from simple to funky, appeal
to all ages, and are priced reasonably.
Upon noting the lack of art and craft venues in Ottawa, Catalyst
Designs is now looking for hosts to organize home-parties
as an alternative. A website for Catalyst Designs
is currently being developed, which will feature a gallery and
upcoming events section.
Victoria Pennell, Pixie Dusters,
Residential House Cleaning
Age 22,
613-291-9405
pixiedusters@hotmail.com
Pixie Dusters is a student-run, home cleaning
business, offering cleaning services to customers in and around
Barrhaven. This includes regular maintenance, one-time cleaning
or special occasion services. Pixie Dusters is
owned and operated by Victoria Pennell.
Don't waste time pushing around a lawn mower in the intense summer
heat! Let Tom's Turf Trimming take care of your
lawn cutting. Professional service that includes perimeter trimming
and stray clipping removal is leaving properties in Orleans looking
neat and tidy, transforming ordinary houses into beautiful homes.
Customizable options such as clipping baggage / mulching, as well
as flexible summer / vacation / on call packages make Tom's Turf
Trimming the right choice when it comes to lawn maintenance.
Cody Chenier, CHENCAN; Drive-way
Sealing
Age 18
613-859-1580
chen0296@algonquincollege.com
CHENCAN is a student run Summer Company that
is devoted to satisfying and providing high quality customer service.
CHENCAN’s goal is to beat competitor prices, while surpassing
their quality of work. CHENCAN is your answer to Premium revitalization
this summer!
CHENCAN's specialty this season is Asphalt sealing.
Asphalt sealing is a preventative and cosmetic treatment for asphalt
driveways. Asphalt is the “glue” that holds together
the gravel and sand particles that actually make the superb driveway
surface. Over time asphalt is damaged by the sun's ultraviolet
(UV) rays, and also oxygen in the air. The UV rays and the oxidation
cause the asphalt to become brittle, brittle asphalt can crack.
Cracks allow water to enter the paved surface. This water freezes
in cold climates causing further damage.
So what does sealing your driveway do? Sealing your driveway fills
any eroded asphalt preventing further cracks, wear and discoloration.
A thin layer of sealer is sprayed onto the existing surface revitalizing
your driveway and the exterior of your home.
So this summer let CHENCAN give your asphalt
a little C.P.R.
Becky Vandekleut, Treat Yourself
Age 15
613-322-3236
treat.yourself@hotmail.com
TREAT YOURSELF provides an opportunity to enjoy
some of your favourite childhood treats in a new, creative and
fun way. This jewellery making business uses "gummies"
of all shapes and sizes and incorporates them into delicious,
hip jewellery ... but don't try to eat them! Wear your gummy bears
with pride and surprise your friends. Treat Yourself
offers "wearable fun for everyone!" Contact me for a
list of all the exciting options!
My name is Casey Pender, I’m 20 years old. I grew up in
Munster, and went to South Carleton high school. I am currently
attending Carleton U for Film and philosophy, and living out by
the school. I am big into fishing, softball, and I am a snowboard
instructor during the winter.
My business is Pennlock Landscapes, which is
a landscape construction business, doing everything from ponds,
to interlock, to decks and other wood working. This is my fist
year on my own, but I have worked on and off in landscaping and
carpentry my whole life.
Aaron Maloney-Roos, Acona Inc., Carpentry business
Age 24
613-552-6296
acona.inc@gmail.com
Acona Inc. is a carpentry business owned and
operated by Aaron Maloney Roos. Aaron may carry out anything from
flooring to crown molding to deck work in his day to day activities,
however Aaron's pride and joy is in his custom moldings.
Aaron has 10 years experience in wood frame house construction
and is currently taking mechanical engineering technology at Algonquin
College. Aaron uses a CAD (computer aided design) program to design
his specialized moldings. Aaron hand planes his moldings to produce
equally if not better results than moldings sold at large retail
stores. By eliminating the middle man Aaron can greatly reduce
the cost to his clients.
Community Mentoring Group
Our goal is to help young entrepreneurs gain insight into business
creation and risk-taking, practical experience in marketing, financial
management, sales and customer service, and attitudes and skills
essential for personal success, whatever their chosen career.
The success of Summer Company is due to our Community Mentoring
Group. The Community Mentoring Group is the heart of Summer Company,
and every year, our mentors provide invaluable guidance to our
participants.
For more information on how to become a mentor, or how you or
your firm can become involved in Summer Company, please contact
Marie Desjardins, Business Advisor, at: (613) 580-2424, ext. 22704,
or by email at: mdesjardins@ocri.ca.
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