The Process of Entry

Complete your application by (2020 Date) with information about your company and idea. 

Create a short video message to accompany your application (see Application). 

Submit both to Gail Moorhouse (Executive Director of Community Futures):

gail@cfpeterborough.ca 

Semifinalists are chosen at the discretion of Community Futures Peterborough 

(See Judging for details).

A one-day workshop on (2020 Date) which prepares you for the business pitch.

The workshop covers...

1. Creating the storyline and transitioning between key message points
2. Telling the story
3. Body language in presenting
4. Impact and use of visuals

The semifinalists will pitch to the Power Panel at the live competition on 

(2020 Date) with a five-minute presentation. This is followed by a 5-10 minute Q & A period (see Judging for details).

Three finalist companies get the chance to formally present to Judges for 15 minutes and a Q & A for 15 minutes follows this. The formal presentation is on (Date here).

The Winner will be announced at 

Community Futures Peterborough Annual AGM and BBQ on (Date here). 

The winner will be required to attend the AGM and provide the Board of Directors with a follow-up to their success.

Remember: All semifinalists receive business development support through the competition!