We are very excited to share that Community Outreach & Workforce Development (COWD) and the Centre for Entrepreneurship (CfE) has partnered to launch a new pilot program, Launch Me Community Transition Program (LCTP), at Lakeshore Campus this summer.

The LCTP is designed for those who may or may not have completed high school and are interested in pathways to postsecondary, specifically around upstreaming skills related to business and entrepreneurship. Participants will earn a Certificate of Participation from Humber’s Centre for Entrepreneurship and will have an individualized pathway plan for next steps after completing the program. Interested participants will also have the chance to pitch their ideas to receive start-up or research & development dollars (up to $500) for their small business concept. This program will incorporate 1-1 advising, mentorship and skills development, and will run for one day per week over five weeks.

Ideal participants are young adults between the ages of 19-29, however those over 30 can also apply. This is the first time that Humber’s Centre for Entrepreneurship’s “Launch Me” programming will be available to residents in Humber’s local communities as a specialized offering. This program will complement Humber’s successful Youth Transition Program model and will offer an alternate pathway opportunity. This is a great capacity and resume building opportunity for young adults who are budding entrepreneurs, who are looking to take their skills to the next level, and pursue further education. 

There are 20 spots available for the pilot. All sessions will take place at Humber’s Lakeshore Campus. Applications will be reviewed on a first come basis. To learn more please go to humber.ca/cfe/programs/launch-me-community-transition-program.

This initiative aligns with Pillar 2, Accessible Education of Humber’s 2018-23 Strategic Plan:

• Develop a unique mix of credential and non-credential programs that meet the needs of our students, communities and the labour market.
• Develop personalized and adaptive learning experiences that facilitate student success and engagement.

Questions about eligibility, intake, content, program outcomes and assessment can be directed to Nivedita Lane, Manager, Community & Partnership Development, Community Outreach & Workforce Development (COWD), at nivedita.lane@humber.ca.

Questions about the Launch Me Program workshops, the pitch process, and other enquiries about the Centre for Entrepreneurship can be directed to Raeshelle Morris, Manager, Centre for Entrepreneurship, at raeshelle.morris@humber.ca.

This initiative is supported by many internal Humber contributors, including the Faculty of Liberal Arts, the Humber College Community Partnership Fund and community partners including LAMP.