JUNIOR ENTREPRENEURS
2027 Applications will open early in 2027
Are you a young creator, crafter, or inventor between ages 6–18? Get ready — the 2026 Junior Entrepreneur Program at the White Rock Farmers’ Market is now open!
Each season, we welcome talented young entrepreneurs to set up their very own market booth and sell their handmade products – from jewelry and baking to art, plants, and beyond. It’s a fun and exciting way to:
- Learn real-world business skills
- Gain confidence talking to customers
- Make money doing what you love!
The 2026 Junior Entrepreneur applications are now open!
Ready to start your business journey? Apply today!
📄 Apply here: Junior Entrepreneur Application 2026
Junior Entrepreneur Awards
Investing in the Next Generation of Local Business Owners
The White Rock Farmers Market believes in supporting young entrepreneurs and helping them turn their ideas into successful businesses. This year, proceeds from our annual Customer Appreciation Day Raffle are funding the White Rock Farmers’ Market Junior Entrepreneur Scholarship Program. The program recognizes outstanding young entrepreneurs participating in the Market and provides financial support to help them grow their businesses, develop new ideas, and continue building their entrepreneurial skills.
2026 Applications Are Now Closed
Thank you to all of our Junior Entrepreneurs who applied for this year’s scholarships. We are excited to see the creativity, hard work, and entrepreneurial spirit demonstrated by our young business owners. Scholarship recipients will be announced on October 30, 2026.
Supporting Young Entrepreneurs
Scholarship funding can help our Junior Entrepreneurs invest back into their businesses through:
Equipment and tools
Supplies and materials
Product development
Marketing and advertising
Signage and displays
Packaging and branding
Website development
Other business growth initiatives
Why We Created This Program
The White Rock Farmers Market has always been more than a place to shop. It is also a place where young people can test an idea, learn real-world business skills, meet customers, and discover what it takes to run a business. By investing in our Junior Entrepreneurs today, we are helping encourage the business leaders, creators, and innovators of tomorrow.
2026 Scholarship Timeline
Applications Opened: July 9, 2026
Applications Closed: October 11, 2026
Scholarship Recipients Announced: October 30, 2026
Questions?
For more information about the Junior Entrepreneur Scholarship Program, please contact:
White Rock Farmers Market Society
📧 board@whiterockfarmersmarket.ca
The 2026 Junior Entrepreneur Program at the White Rock Farmers’ Market is now FULL for the 2026 season!
Thank you for the incredible interest and support. We look forward to showcasing this year’s talented young entrepreneurs at the market throughout the season. Please watch for 2027 applications next year!