Students at Carleton Place High School have launched a business venture called “Bear Necessities.”
It sees them design and sell school clothing and accessories, while also supporting their first client, Sweet Sanctuary Animal Rescue.
The idea was sparked by a small group of students who wanted to be more involved in the creative design process of school clothing at a more affordable price.
They got a huge boost, thanks to a $20,000 cheque from the Ministry of Education Entrepreneurial Pilot Projects fund and the Upper Canada District School Board.
Sweet Sanctuary Animal Rescue provides lifelong sanctuary to surrendered farm animals. All profits from the sale of the students products will go the sanctuary and create a sustainable business model at the school.
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