ER Monaco Young Entrepreneurs Awards

Recognition of Student Achievements at the ER Monaco Young Entrepreneurs Awards
Posted on 01/08/2025
1st place recipient

HWCDSB students were celebrated for their remarkable achievements at the ER Monaco Young Entrepreneurs Awards, held on Thursday, October 24, at the Grand Olympia.

This prestigious event recognizes and rewards young innovators for their entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and business insight. As part of the competition, students were tasked with creating detailed business plans for their ventures. These plans demonstrated their skills in market research, financial planning, marketing strategies, and overall business development. A panel of industry professionals from the community evaluated their work based on creativity, feasibility, and professionalism.

A special congratulations goes to:
• St. Jean de Brébeuf CSS student Mary Bozzo, who claimed First Place with her outstanding entrepreneurial initiative
• St. Jean de Brébeuf CSS students Ashley Sousa and Hailey Faddies
• Bishop Tonnos CSS students Sienna Fiorino, Shayna Sarin, and Rowan Abu Dagga

The evening also acknowledged the successful participation of students in the City’s Summer Company Program.

All competitors were honoured with:
• Certificates of Achievement,
• Letters of Recognition from Hamilton Mayor Andrea Horwath, and
• Monetary Gifts and Prizes as recognition for their hard work and dedication.

The ER Monaco Young Entrepreneurs Awards serve as an inspiring platform for students to develop and share their entrepreneurial ideas while connecting with industry leaders and community members.

We are incredibly proud of our students for their creativity, innovation, and professionalism. Their success reflects their determination and the support of our school community.

First place recipient

Recipient of award holding large cheque Recipients smiling and holding a large cheque