Please reach us at admin@teampetteplace.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
It is a two hour, cash-only market showcasing businesses created by children ages 6-14. The market is open to the public with the goal being to equip and inspire young entrepreneurs within a safe and encouraging environment.
This year we have markets being held in the following locations:
Goderich - May 4th, 2024 from 10:00-12:00pm YMCA
Wingham - October 19th, 2024 10:00am-12:00pm Wingham Columbus Centre
Clinton - November 2nd, 2024 from 10:00am-12:00pm Libro Hall Community Centre
Our family is passionate about creating opportunities for children to pursue their interests, learn more about themselves and the world around them, and learn skills that will benefit them for a lifetime!
The market is a way for children to build:
⭐️Perseverance
⭐️Financial literacy
⭐️Communication
⭐️Time management
⭐️Confidence
⭐️Critical thinking
and so much more!
We want this to be the best possible experience for your child! For the sake of getting the most out of it we ask that parents let their child set up their own booth and conduct customer interactions and sales themselves. However, parents can absolutely coach, guide and encourage their child through the process! We know every child is different and trust that parents know how to support their child best. ***Please note, that businesses will be disqualified from winning an award if adults are seen selling items for their child.
1. Greatest Business Potential
2. Pride of Workmanship
3. Best Entrepreneurial Spirit
4. Young Entrepreneur of the Year
*See 2024 Award Categories for more details
Click APPLICATION PROCESS on the menu bar/tab to find the application questions. Applications must be emailed to admin@teampetteplace.com. Please submit one application for each business. Children working as a team should submit one application that includes each child’s information. No more than 2 participants per business.
We will allow two of the same business ideas to participate. Once two businesses have claimed a specific product or service we will post it to the website as unavailable. We encourage early application if you have an idea you really want to pursue; however, even if your idea is taken we know that your brilliant brain has hundreds of wonderful ideas! And if you get really stuck we have posted a list of ideas on our Resources page.
Each business will be provided with a 6' rectangular table and 2 chairs.
Stacey Petteplace, an educator, entrepreneur, and mom, started the market in 2022 to help equip and inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs. She recognizes that a spark is lit when children are given real-world learning experiences, especially when in a supportive and encouraging environment. She couldn’t make this market come to life without the driving force of her family, affectionally referred to as Team Petteplace, working alongside her.
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