TIMELINES

Fall 2009
Schools are provided with promotional materials Teachers, Principals and Guidance Staff receive initial information package including:
- Outline of Program and Timelines
- Business Plan Judging Criteria
- Outline of Finalist Presentation
- Finalist Presentation Judging Criteria

Fall – Winter
Interactive, in-class presentations are provided to any interested teachers/classes.

January 22nd, 2010
FIRST SEMESTER SUBMISSION OPPORTUNITY

February 2010
Schools receive reminder letter and additional promotional materials

March 3rd 2010
BRIGHT IDEAS Business Plan Workshop, a full day learning experience targeted at students explores “How to Write a Business Plan” at Niagara College Glendale Campus.

Winter – Spring
Interactive, In-Class presentations take place.

June 11th, 2010
SECOND SEMESTER SUBMISSION DEADLINE. *** Final deadline for submissions ***

June 17th, 2010
Finalists notified by telephone or email.

June 22nd, 2010
Finalist presentations take place at Niagara Falls Small Business Enterprise Centre.

June 29th, 2010
Awards Banquet.