Application | Social Impact Catalyst powered by RBC Future Launch

Thank you for your interest in the Social Impact Catalyst program powered by RBC Future Launch!

This exciting program supports youth entrepreneurs with mentorship, expertise and funding as they develop solutions to community challenges.

To view the form in its entirety, click here. We encourage you to prepare your responses in a separate document and save them in case you face technical issues with submitting the form.

Key Dates:

Applications open: March 8, 2021
Applications close: March 8, 2021 at 11:45 pm EST
Successful applicants notified by: December 14, 2020
Program dates: May - August, 2021
Changemaker Showcase: August 2021

Answer each question to the best of your ability. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), we are committed to accommodating entrepreneurs with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this survey, have any questions, or require clarification, please contact us.

About You

Name *

First Last

Preferred Pronouns *

Please specify

Mailing Address *

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Eligibility: You must meet all the following eligibility criteria to apply *

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I am between 15-29 years of age
Living in Peel or Halton Regions or are a Sheridan student/graduate
I am leading a project or venture (or having a compelling idea) that will positively impact Peel or Halton Regions
I am not an EDGE staff member
I am not a current Leap, Rise or Soar member of EDGE
I am available on average 2.5 hours per week to participate in EDGE programming from January – April 2021. Successful applicants admitted into EDGE's Leap program are also required to complete a weekend bootcamp

Social Impact Concept

What is the name of your idea, project, or venture? *

Which of the following statements best describes your progress? *

Briefly describe your idea, project, or venture and why it's unique. *

Social media handles (if applicable)

Instagram	Twitter	Facebook

Website (if applicable)

Please specify: *

What research have you done on the social issue you have identified? How will your idea, project or venture make a positive impact on the issue and the potential individuals, groups, or organizations involved? *

Leadership

Tell us about yourself. Why are you the right person to tackle this issue? Describe your skills, strengths and experience. *

Do you have team members? *

Team Members *

Name	Email Address	Skills and Experience

Plan

This section helps us to accurately identify your needs and project viability. If there are questions that you don’t have answers to, do your best to complete them with the information you have available or feel free to respond with an “n/a”.

How long have you been working on this idea, project, or venture? Have you made any progress? *

Describe how you generate or intend to generate revenue. *

Sustainability

Please provide a description about how the $2,000 honoraria would help move your social venture/project forward. *

How do you plan on growing your idea, project or venture? How would you know that your project is successful? *

Please identify three milestones for your idea, project, or venture for the next three to six months. *

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Pitch Video

Please provide the link to a 2-minute “pitch” video by founder/team describing your social venture idea, project or venture and the impact you’re trying to make. his can be a simple video filmed on your phone – it is intended for us to get to know you better! If you have any accessibility issues, please reach out to us for accommodations. *

How to create an unlisted YouTube link. If accepted, this video may be used in promotional materials and program announcements.

General Information

Select the option that best describes you:

Please tell us your age *

What is or was your program of study? *

Name of Post-Secondary Institution *

Name of High School *

The following optional self-identification questions are intended to help gather information and data in aggregate about who participates in this program. Through this data, EDGE can take actions to ensure that the EDGE community is representative of the population that we serve and recognize and remove barriers.

Gender *

Please specify *

Submission

Acknolwedgement *

I acknowledge that if I do not receive a confirmation email within 24 hours, I will resubmit my application AND email edge@sheridancollege.ca as soon as possible. I understand that the receipt of a confirmation email is proof that my application has been received.

Are you 18 years of age or older? *

Consent *

I have read and agreed to the Terms and Conditions

Consent *

I, parent/ guardian of the “Minor” hereby, on behalf of the Minor and his/her executors, successors and assigns, have reviewed this application, read and understand the Terms and Conditions, and consent to having the Minor participate in the Social Impact Catalyst powered by RBC Future Launch.

Media Release *

Please print, sign, scan and upload the Media Consent Waiver found in Schedule A of the Terms and Conditions.