Question 1

What is a case competition?

Accepted Answer

A business case competition is a competition that helps gain and strengthen the skills essential for youth as they enter the world of business. At Prosper, we aim to develop these important skills, such as critical thinking and public speaking, that are needed to guarantee success in your future careers. Our mission is to engage youth in the business world through workshops, panels of industry professionals, and case competitions. Whether you are interested in accounting, marketing, finance, or business in general, our conference has an array of activities for everyone. We recognize that each individual is unique and has different interests, so that is why we incorporate the whole package and you can get a taste of all that business can offer at Prosper.

Question 2

What should I bring to the conference?

Accepted Answer

A laptop, a charger for your laptop, something to take notes with, water to stay hydrated, Business Formal attire, presentation clicker (optional), and the proper A/V adapters (most presentation rooms use VGA and HDMI for display input).

Question 3

What if I don’t have a full team of 5?

Accepted Answer

Any incomplete teams or individual attendees will be paired together by the Prosper team before the conference, so having a complete team is not a requirement for participation.

Question 4

How should I prepare for the conference?

Accepted Answer

We will release pre-conference materials that will allow beginners to familiarize themselves with the case competition and conference's formats while experienced competitors can refresh their knowledge. This includes an Introduction to Case Competition guide and other useful materials. Otherwise, no extra preparation is necessary.

Question 5

What is Prosper Ontario?

Accepted Answer

As part of Prosper Foundation’s expanding national network, Prosper Ontario brings the student-run youth business conference experience to high school students from across Ontario. Since its inception, it has carried forward the Foundation’s commitment to delivering meaningful learning experiences and opportunities for growth, regardless of a student’s prior business exposure. To find out more about Prosper Foundation’s missions and values, please visit here.

Question 6

Where and when will Prosper take place?

Accepted Answer

Prosper Ontario 2026 will be held at the Ivey Business School on April 4, 2026.

Question 7

How much does it cost to attend the conference?

Accepted Answer

The cost of the conference can be found on the registration overview page here.

Question 8

How do I join the executive team?

Accepted Answer

Hiring has closed for the 2026 iteration of Prosper Ontario, but our team is always looking to expand. To join the executive team for Prosper Ontario 2027, be sure to check our website and social media accounts for more news.

Question 9

Are there awards available?

Accepted Answer

There will be a number of awards available for attendees. The Prosper signature $2,000 grand prize will be awarded to the winning team of the competition, while other participants will receive various awards for their achievements.

Question 10

How can I get involved with Prosper Ontario?

Accepted Answer

There are many ways to get involved with the conference. For more information about becoming a volunteer, judge, sponsor, or executive team member, contact us through email or Instagram.

Question 11

What makes Prosper different?

Accepted Answer

As the largest high school student-organized business case competition in Canada, Prosper strives to provide the best possible experience for all attendees. Our actions include:

Providing all teams with a dedicated score report with numerical scores and detailed judges' feedback.
Organizing a pre-conference Introduction to Case Competition webinar with comprehensive examples to help beginner attendees familiarize with the event.
Allowing students of all financial backgrounds to participate in our events through the Prosper All Access program, the first organization of similar caliber to do so.
Reducing the amount of printed materials and non-recyclable substances to minimize our carbon footprint.
Collaborating with the Ivey Business School to integrate the Case Method of Learning to our conference, as well as qualifying students for the Prosper Ivey Invitational Competition.
Offering our signature $2,000 grand prize for the winning team to kickstart their journeys in the business world.

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