The Business Engaging Youth Program is designed to provide students in Aurora with an opportunity to engage with the business community in a meaningful way. We are looking for a Student Ambassador from your school to be the liaison between the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, its Member businesses, and your student body. This student will attend events and seminars to learn about specific student-centered opportunities within the business community, employment opportunities, mentorship programs, or scholarship programs to advise and share with their peers.
Engaging secondary school youth with local business owners through the Chamber of Commerce is pivotal for fostering economic growth. This symbiotic relationship imparts practical knowledge and cultivates a sense of entrepreneurship among the younger generation. Through mentorship programs and interactive sessions, students gain insights into the local business landscape, sparking innovative ideas and potential career paths.
This collaboration establishes a strong foundation for future leaders and contributes to a skilled workforce, ultimately fueling economic development. By bridging the gap between academia and industry, the Chamber of Commerce plays a vital role in shaping a dynamic and forward-thinking community, fostering sustainable economic progress.
For information regarding the Scholarship or Business Engaging Youth Program, please contact Alison Mumford.
2026 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
The Aurora Chamber of Commerce was proud to welcome scholarship recipients, sponsors, members of the Board of Directors, family members, and local media to the Chamber office in June for the presentation of three $5,000 scholarships through the Business Engaging Youth Program.
The Business Engaging Youth Program was established to support and encourage local students pursuing careers in business, manufacturing, and the skilled trades, while strengthening the connection between education and industry in our community.
The Aurora Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship was awarded to Alissa Primiani of Cardinal Carter CHS, who will be attending Queen's Commerce this fall.
This scholarship is generously sponsored by the Lind Realty Team.
Congratulations and good luck Alissa!
The Aurora Chamber of Commerce Skilled Trades Scholarship was awarded to Carly Ferguson of Aurora High School, who will be pursuing a work placement in carpentry.
This scholarship is proudly sponsored by Alectra Utilities.
Congratulations and good luck Carly!
The Aurora Chamber of Commerce Manufacturing Scholarship was awarded to Farhad Sadig of St Maximillian Kolbe CHS, who will be attending the University of Toronto in the fall for Electrical Engineering.
This scholarship is co-sponsored by BUNN and the Aurora Chamber of Commerce.
Congratulations and good luck Farhad!
Thank You To Our 2026 Event Sponsors
