Students learn what a business is, how businesses make a profit, how they benefit communities, why they evolve, and explore what it means to be an entrepreneur. Students will learn about Canadian businesses and the types of products and services they sell.

Students explore how technology has evolved and shaped business and society. They’ll learn about Canadian inventors, changes in key industries, and use creativity to design future products or technologies that solve real-world problems.

In A Business of Our Own, students become the Presidents and CEOs of their very own retail sales business. They use a business models to plan how the business operates, identify target markets, and explore promotional strategies. Students calculate productivity, build income and expense projections, and learn how teamwork supports success.

Students get a closer look at the jobs that keep their community running. They’ll learn how different careers help meet people’s needs, how money moves between homes and businesses, and what tools and skills are needed to get the job done.

Students learn how to earn, spend, and save money, and explore steps involved in creating, building and running a business. They’ll also gain an understanding of global trade and how imports and exports contribute to business success.