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Join us for our 2ND Annual Kidtrepreneur Fair
Hall's Harbour, Nova Scotia September 4th 2022
Starts: 10:00AM Ends: 4:00PM
2nd Annual Kidtrepreneur Business Fair Halls Harbour, Canada
Sunday, September 4, 2022
10:00AM - 4:00PM
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About the fair
Observe the opportunity for children to launch their very own startup business!
Kids develop a brand, create a product or service, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace.
We will host 10 tables at the 2nd annual event Hall's Harbour, Kings County, Nova Scotia on Sunday Sept 4th, 2022 from 10:00am – 4:00 pm.
This event is sponsored by Spinazola & Associates Consulting/Parker's General Store and the generous support of our donors and volunteers. We all believe that principled entrepreneurs are heroes and role models for the next generation.
This year we are delighted to add Julianne Misner | | (she/her)
Mentoring Plus Coordinator . Julianne has been instrumental in bringing resources to the table that will assist to grow and support our Annual Kidtrepreneur event.
Mentoring Plus Coordinator . Julianne has been instrumental in bringing resources to the table that will assist to grow and support our Annual Kidtrepreneur event.
Hosted by
Madonna Spinazola
🗓️ Started hosting in 2022
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🚀 Has hosted 4 fairs
Madonna Spinazola, MBA – Chief Encourager of Big Dreams (Even the Pint-Sized Ones!)
Madonna Spinazola is no ordinary entrepreneur—she’s a powerhouse of purpose with a knack for lifting others up, whether it's through business smarts, community spirit, or creative flair. A lifelong volunteer and visionary, Madonna’s passion truly sparked when her granddaughter decided to start painting rocks—yes, rocks!—to sell in their beloved 120+ year-old General Store in Hall’s Harbour. Her goal? To help her dad buy school supplies. (Cue the proud tears.)
With a heart full of pride and paint-splattered stones, Madonna and her husband, professional photographer Dick Killam, saw something special. They rolled up their sleeves, helped nurture this tiny business dream, and soon realized: if one little girl had such big entrepreneurial energy, why not create a space for more young creators to shine?
And just like that, the Kidtrepreneur Business Fair was born in 2021—thanks to Madonna’s spark, a dash of research (hello, Children’s Business Organization!), and generous sponsorship from Spinazola & Associates and Parker’s General Store.
This joyful annual event gives youth the chance to dream, create, and launch their own mini-businesses—from homemade crafts to clever solutions for everyday problems. Madonna believes kids are natural entrepreneurs—they just need the opportunity and support to explore their ideas.
Though she’s been the driving force behind the fair (with a little help from friends at the Hants Kings Business Development Corporation and the Town of Kentville Mentoring Plus group), Madonna dreams of growing the event with even more workshops, mentors, and magic. She’s on the lookout for partners, sponsors, and big-hearted business folks who want to inspire the next generation of change-makers.
Once a year, the Kidtrepreneur Fair becomes a celebration of creativity, courage, and kid-sized business savvy—because every young dream deserves a chance to shine!
Frequently asked questions
What is the Kidtrepreneur Business Fair?
The Kidtrepreneur Business Fair is a one-day market that gives children the opportunity to showcase their very own businesses.
How many businesses will you accept?
We will accept up to 10 businesses.
Where should I begin?
Start with our resources page. Read inspiring stories about other young entrepreneurs and play games to hone your business skills.
How do I apply? Can I apply as part of a group?
Application must be submitted online. Please submit one application for each business. Children working as a group should submit one application that includes each child’s information. No more than 3 participants per business.
What is on the application?
The application asks kids to think through some simple, but important elements of their business: Please do not be concerned if you are not able to answer all the questions....Send in your application with as much information as you can. We are currently woking on a new application form for next year!
- What product or service do you plan to sell?
- What price will you charge for each product/service? How much will each product/service cost you?
- At the end of the fair, how will you determine if your business was a success?
What if someone else has the same business idea?
Two cupcake businesses? Not a problem. In general, we will let market forces play out, though we will let later entries know if another applicant has a similar idea so the later entrant can decide what to do. We will endeavour to have one business creator per product.
How will the fair be set up?
The fair will be an outdoor event with tables and chairs provided. Each business will be given an 8-foot table (to share with one other business), 1-2 chairs. Table cloths will not be provided. We are not able to accommodate businesses requiring electricity.
Will electricity be available?
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide electricity.
What are the rules?
This event is designed to give children the experience of selling a product or service.
Parents of younger children may sit in the booth, but the children should be responsible for set up, customer interaction, and sales.
Parents may help their child fill out the application, but we expect the children to do as much as possible by themselves.
Parents may help their child fill out the application, but we expect the children to do as much as possible by themselves.
How did the Kidtrepreneur Business Fair get started?
Spinazola & Associates President, Madonna Spinazola, Founder of the Annual Kidtrepreneur Business Fair wanted to give young people a chance to "launch" their own business to help with the ever rising costs of education. As well as an opportunity to have fun doing whatever they love to do while earning profits.
Spinazola & Associates President, Madonna Spinazola, Founder of the Annual Kidtrepreneur Business Fair wanted to give young people a chance to "launch" their own business to help with the ever rising costs of education. As well as an opportunity to have fun doing whatever they love to do while earning profits.
