Prosper.
An Unparalleled Experience.
Since our first iteration in 2018, Prosper has become Canada's largest high school student organized youth business conference. We strive to provide Canadian youths an opportunity to interact with the business world and connect with other like-minded students. Business mentors from all over the world will be attending to host unique workshops and help future business leaders deepen their understanding and passion for the field. We invite you to experience the reimagined Prosper 2025 — our most revolutionary iteration to date.
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
April 26 to April 27, 2025
WHEN
WHERE
Schedule
Day 1
April 26, 2025
Registration
7:45 – 9:15
Opening Ceremony
9:30 – 10:30
Workshop 1
10:45 – 11:30
Workshop 2
11:45 – 12:30
Lunch Break
12:30 – 2:00
Business Stream
2:00 – 4:30
Staggered Case Release
4:30 – 5:50
Dinner Break/Work Period
6:00 – 7:30
Attendee Social
7:30 – 9:30
Curfew
Midnight (12:00 AM)
Day 2
April 27, 2025
Work Period
6:00 – 10:00
Round 1 Presentation
10:00 – 11:40
Round 2 Presentation
12:10 – 1:50
1:00 – 3:00
Prosper Expo
3:00 – 4:30
Finalist Presentations
4:30 – 5:00
Closing Ceremony
More Information
Learn more about the reimagined Prosper 2025 conference, brand new Business Stream sessions, keynote speaker, and workshop options by clicking the button below.
CONFERENCE
What is a case competition?
Business case competitions help youths gain and strengthen the essential skills required in the business world. At Prosper, we aim to develop important skills, such as critical thinking and public speaking, to guarantee success in your future careers. Our mission is to immerse youths in the business world through workshops, panels of industry professionals, and our signature case competition. Whether you are interested in accounting, marketing, finance, or business in general, our conference has an array of activities for everyone. We incorporate the whole package so you can experience what the business world can offer at Prosper.
How does it work?
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You will be in a team of up to 6 people
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Teams will receive the case on Day 1
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Teams will have time to prepare on Day 1 and 2 for their Round 1 and Round 2 presentations
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An individual Business Stream written case deliverable must be submitted on Day 1 and the average of all teammate's scores will make up 20% of the team's finalist qualification score
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Round 1 and Round 2 will each make up 40% of the finalist qualification score
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Teams will have 7 minutes to present, followed by a 3-minute Q&A session
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The top 16 teams will automatically qualify for the brand new Prosper Ivey Invitational Competition
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The winning team of Prosper 2025 will receive the signature $2000 cash prize
What does the registration fee include?
The registration fee includes 3 pre-conference preparation sessions through Prosper Academy, an overnight stay at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, two interactive workshops, Business Stream sessions led by renowned professors and industry professionals, an intensive case competition, networking opportunities with other like-minded students and professionals from multiple fields, and an immersive experience in the business world at Prosper 2025.