Grow YourDream Project
Where passion in health and advocacy turns into real, funded projects.
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What is The Winning Seed?
A virtual pitch competition empowering youth across Canada to share their entrepreneurial pitches with experts about youth health and advocacy.
We want to hear your idea.
We're looking for creative, impact-driven ideas from youth across Canada. The competition is designed for youth interested in entrepreneurship, health, advocacy, and gaining valuable mentorship with leading experts in various fields.
Fully Virtual
Submit from anywhere. No travel required. Apply today and we'll take it from there.
Need Some Ideas?
Use the idea inspiration tool to spark your creativity!
How It Works
Four straightforward steps from application to the finals.
Identify an issue
All The Winning Seed projects must relate to topics surrounding youth health and advocacy, with the overall global goal of achieving zero new HIV transmissions by 2030.
Propose your solution
Submit a brief written project proposal by Feb 26, 2026
Submit a video pitch
If selected, you will submit a supplementary 2-minute video pitch by March 10th, 2026.
Live Round
On March 26, 2026, finalists will pitch their projects on a live virtual stream with expert judges. The winner will receive a cash prize to help kick-start their project and receive mentorship from over 4+ experts in the field of youth health and advocacy.
Prizes & Recognition
More than just money—get the resources, connections, and momentum to make your idea real.
All Finalists Receive
Submission Guidelines
Everything you need to know before you apply.
Proposal Forms
Video Pitch
Virtual Pitch Livestream
Eligibility
- •Applicants from 14-29
- •Individual or Group Submission (Maximum Four People Per Group)
- •Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Refugee (If applying in a group, at least 50% of group members must be Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Protected Persons.)
Judging Criteria
Five key areas where your submission will be evaluated.
Feasibility
How realistic and achievable is your project?
Originality & Creativity
Think outside the box—show us something fresh!
Impact
The bigger the impact on the community, the better!
Time Frame
Projects should be achievable within 1 year
Presentation
How clearly and compellingly do you communicate?
🎯 What Makes a Strong Application?
- ✓Clear, focused problem statement
- ✓Innovative, actionable solution
- ✓Authentic passion for the cause
- ✓Thoughtful implementation plan
💭 Tips for Success
- →Be yourself—authenticity wins
- →Show, don't just tell your vision
- →Practice your video pitch multiple times
- →Get feedback before submitting
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about The Winning Seed.
All The Winning Seed projects must relate to topics surrounding youth health and advocacy. Your project can also speak on intersections with youth advocacy and community leadership within a wide range of topics such as: mental health, environmental impact (e.g., climate change), reproductive and sexual health, global health, social and behavioral health, and/or other preventative health treatments. The possibilities are endless.
*All The Winning Seed projects must relate to the overall global goal of achieving zero new HIV transmissions by 2030.
Special consideration will be given to projects that align with one or more of the following United Nation (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) themes: Good Health and Well-Being (SDG 3), Quality Education (SDG 4), or Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10).
You could organize a poster initiative, conduct a research project, host an awareness event, build an app or website, create an educational initiative, run an advocacy campaign, or even start a podcast. The choice is yours!
You can send us an email if you're still curious to know if your application applies.
Still Have Questions?
We're here to help! Reach out to us anytime.