The Hamilton Small Business Enterprise Centre is pleased to announce that 20 young entrepreneurs will be starting their businesses this summer through the Ministry of Economic Development, Trade and Employment Summer Company Program.

Summer Company is a key component of the Ontario government's young entrepreneurs programs, which aims to encourage more young people to turn their talents into creative and innovative businesses. Summer Company provides hands-on business training and mentoring, together with awards of up to $3000.00 to help enterprising students start up and run their own summer business.

Eligible candidates must be between 15-29 years of age, a student returning to school in the fall of 2013, a resident of Ontario, Canadian citizen or Landed Immigrant and is not to be operating an existing business or be employed full time over the course of the summer. In addition, students must be prepared to commit a minimum of 8 -12 consecutive weeks full-time to the experience.

Students apply to the program by completing a comprehensive business plan and participating in an interview. This year we are proud to announce and introduce the following students as the successful candidates in Hamilton to participate in the 2013 Summer Company Program.

• Mark Taylor is the owner and operator of MWT Websites. His company designs, creates and manages websites specifically for small businesses in the Hamilton, Dundas, Grimsby, Waterdown and Burlington areas. If you are interested in learning more about MWT Websites, contact Mark at markmarktay@gmail.com
• Dean Hale is the owner and operator of Growing Green Hamilton. His company promotes urban agriculture in an effort to get more people growing their own healthy organic food. Feel free to contact Dean at growinggreenhamilton@gmail.com to learn more.
• Nathan Jervis plans to provide clients with software development services. Through his company, NVC Software Solutions, clients can pay to have any software system built such as websites, mobile applications, databases, desktop programs, or any other custom built software. If you would like to take advantage of Nathan's service, you can email him at jervisnd@mcmaster.ca
• Jonah Read plans on providing clients in the Buchanan Park Subdivision neighbourhood with lawn cutting/trimming and green bin cleaning services. For more information on Jonah's services, please contact him at jonahdread@hotmail.com
• Scott Laport plans on using his experience in the landscaping field to run Landescapes, a design, landscape project creation and maintenance company for new or existing homes/buildings. He will provide quality work at an affordable price. To learn more about Scott's services, please contact him at slaporte8@live.ca
• Maya Amoah is the owner of Nebula Artwear, a clothing line that provides both males and females with galaxy-inspired clothing. The collection ranges from sweaters, tank tops and t-shirts to leggings and shorts. Nebula Artwear has a very bold, bright and unique style that cries out for individuality and self- expression. For more information regarding Nebula Artwear, please contact Maya at nebulaartwear@gmail.com
• Robyn Tyo is the owner and operator of Happy Tails Dog Care, a full service dog care company, committed to bringing peace of mind to clients by providing reliable and safe dog walking, sitting and in-home pet care. For information regarding Robyn's services, please contact her at tyorobyn@gmail.com
• Rebecca Chung plans on running Eco-Kids Art Camp, a summer art camp for children ages five to seven years old. She will be teaching children environmentally friendly crafts made out of reused and recyclable materials. To learn more about Rebecca's services, please contact her at rebeccachung2@hotmail.com
• Andy Tomescu is the owner and operator of University Deck Builders. He will be providing deck building services to customers in the Hamilton region. The company will specialize in analyzing customer's outdoor living needs. For more information about University Deck Builders, please contact Andy at tomesca@mcmaster.ca
• Dalton Newrick is the owner and operator of Thrive & Conquer Clothing Co., an urban fashion line inspired by the hip-hop culture. He will be selling different styles of t-shirts, sweaters, hats & accessories available at an affordable price. To purchase a custom piece of clothing, contact Dalton at daltonnewrick@hotmail.com
• Steven Silva is the owner and operator of Maple Grove Lawn Care and Property Maintenance. He will be providing lawn care services to residential customers in the Hamilton and surrounding areas. Services will include cutting grass, flower bed maintenance, detaching grass, aerating grass, removal of grass weeds, trimming shrubs and planting small shrubs/small trees. For more information regarding his services, please contact Steven atsilva54@live.ca
• Nanji Wu is the owner and operator of Nanji's Cleaning Service. His services include kitchen and bathroom cleaning. The unique part about Nanji's Cleaning Service is that it offers a cheaper rate and will be providing cleaning services to a wide range of customers. He is targeting homes in and around McMaster Universtiy. Contact Nanji directly at wun7@mcmaster.ca to learn more about his business.
• Dylan Budnick is the owner and operator of Rain Drain Dudes, a company that will provide home and commercial property owners with eaves trough cleaning services. Contact Dylan at budnickdylan@gmail.com to learn more!
• Michael Parisse will be running Studio 11 Productions. Michael plans to collect photos from clients and produce a customized slideshow/video production. The production will include photos (with optional video coverage) that circulate through either a continuous loop or one time and then enter a main menu screen. For more information regarding Michael's service, please contact him at michael_parisse@live.com
• Mark McBride is the owner and operator of Taskmaster. Mark will be providing general labour to residents in Hamilton. He will be accomplishing tasks that people need finished, such as weeding or washing cars. Contact Mark atmarkmcbride4@hotmail.ca for a helping hand.
• Stefana Prodea is planning on running Healthful Hearts, a company that sells all organic, gluten free, and whole oatmeal designed to supplement users with a synergistic blend of protein, antioxidants, vitamins and oats. Contact Stefana at prodeas@mcmaster.ca to help you kick start your day in a positive way!
• Stefan Lochead is the owner and operator of LocaBoards. The company will be creating and marketing a line of skateboards and sports apparel that reflects the local community. Contact Stefan at slochhy@gmail.com to view his LocaBoards and merchandise.
• Razvan Trambitas is the owner and operator of Clean Landscaping, a business that provides basic lawn care services to student homes/properties near both the McMaster University and Mohawk College areas. The specific services that will be provided are: general backyard cleans ups, weekly, bi-weekly and monthly cutting and trimming of lawns. For more information about Clean Landscaping, please contact Razvan at rtrambitas@gmail.com 
• Kaitlin Lamont plans to run Kamp Katie Swimming Lessons. Her service will provide private swimming lessons to children, generally between the ages of 2-12. Contact Kamp Katie Swimming Lessons today to learn more! Kaitlin can be reached at ktlamont3@cogeco.ca
• Natalie To plans to run Toto's shop, where she will make hand crafted items such as felt plushies, jewelry and polymer clay charms. The main advantage of Natalie's business is that her products are creative, original and customizable to the client's own tastes. To learn more about Natalie's products, please contact her at fancygentlemens@gmail.com