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Bright minds on the path to entrepreneurial excellence

York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI) is recognized as a leader in entrepreneurship education and training, offering a range of options for entrepreneurs to reach their educational and growth goals.

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Bright minds on the path to entrepreneurial excellence.

YEDI признан лидером в сфере образования и обучения предпринимательству, предлагая предпринимателям ряд возможностей для достижения их образовательных целей и целей роста.

Growing & Supporting
Tomorrow’s Leaders

Since 2013, YEDI has sought to identify and propagate the leaders of tomorrow – free-thinkers and outliers that bring audacious and transformative ideas with them. We ensure these impactful ideas are protected and nurtured through our structured programs and mentorship.

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Tuition-free for Canadians and available to entrepreneurs worldwide, YEDI has empowered visionary leaders with access to the tools and resources they need to manifest their vision for the change they want to see in the world.

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Certificate Programs

Bring your vision to life through our esteemed certificate programs. Outcomes include a professionally developed business plan, executive summary, and an actionable business model ready to bring to market. Youth, Not-For-Profit, and International programs are also available.

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Diploma Programs

Experience a comprehensive curriculum in entrepreneurship and business management with practical, hands-on programs that are specifically created to meet the unique challenges and needs of entrepreneurs, small business owners and their employees.

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Ventures in Residence

Canadian Entrepreneurs or those thinking of coming to Canada can find the ideal space to build their innovative businesses at YEDI’s business acceleration campuses. Our Ventures in Residence programs will connect you with an expert committee of industry insiders and knowledgeable partners that will guide your growth and development.

Which program is right for you?

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Featured Program

Incubator

Selected entrepreneurs participate in sessions facilitated by YEDI professors and instructors, providing a solid foundation in business theory and economics.

The YEDI program validated our company’s position.

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Janet Janiuk
Firefly Power

It has given me new perspective on operating a non-profit.

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Una Wright
Youth Speak

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Campuses

We have multiple Business Acceleration Campuses and Educational Facilities ready to help you suceed.

Bring your vision to life.

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