How it works
TLS takes kids from their first big idea to running their own online store.
Young entrepreneurs learn through fun, hands-on courses where they discover what they want to create, develop their brand, earn badges, make their products, and build their own storefront.
Once they’re ready, they can sell their creations to real customers, earn money, and experience entrepreneurship firsthand.
Along the way, kids build confidence, creativity, independence, resilience, and real-world skills — while learning how entrepreneurship can make a positive impact in their community.
Creators receive 80% of the item price. The remaining 20% supports TLS operations and community initiatives.
Exploring their creative side empowers kids, fosters self-expression, problem-solving skills, and makes a positive impact on their mental health. Thus producing confident, resilient and productive members of society.
Creators receive 80% of the listed item price. TLS retains 20%. For a $5 item, $4 goes to the creator and $1 goes to TLS. Shipping is separate.
The 20% helps cover payment-processing fees, website hosting and maintenance, software and the day-to-day costs of running TLS. The funds remaining after these costs support community programs and initiatives. The full 20% is not a direct donation to the community fund.
Yes. TLS operates as a not-for-profit. Its funds support operating costs and community initiatives.
TLS covers payment-processing costs from its 20% share. TLS does not add a separate payment-processing fee for customers.
The community portion supports community programs and initiatives. This page does not yet list specific recipients or amounts distributed. For information about current initiatives and how funds are used, contact info@thelemonadestandco.ca.
No. All six courses are optional. Creators can sell without taking a course and earn a badge when they finish each course.
