Mentors
Equip youth to chase their dreams
Guide your youth through Lemonade Day’s 15-step curriculum and help them start, own,
and operate their own lemonade stand.
Did you know?
Only 28%
of parents are currently talking to their kids about money
1 of 5 teens
lack basic financial
literacy skills
3 of 4 kids
feel confused about what school learning has to do with the real world
Age 8 to 14
is a critical window for developing saving and spending habits
Lemonade Day sets
your youth up for
lifelong success
curriculum that teaches financial and business literacy skills that will serve them long after the last cup is sold.
How Lemonade Day Calgary works
01
Register online
Submit your online registration to gain access to the Lemonade Day curriculum and receive updates leading up to the big day.
02
Guide your youth through the curriculum
Work through four modules together: My Goals, My Plan, My Stand, My Results. The curriculum is available through a printed workbook or the My Lemonade Day app.
03
Brand and design a lemonade stand
Put the plan into action. Shop for supplies, build the stand, and get all your cups in a row.
04
Sell lemonade on Lemonade Day
Lemonade Day Calgary is here! Set up shop in a location of your choosing, and soak up the sales. You might even get a special visit from our Lemonade Day taste testers!
05
Report your learners' results
Share your goals, total earnings, profit, and learnings from Lemonade Day. Reporting results gets you entered into our Entrepreneur of the Year and Best Branding prize draws.
Report your results to win awesome prizes!
Young Entrepreneur
of the Year
Awarded to one young entrepreneur per age category who demonstrates business success through financial reporting and thoughtful reflection on their entrepreneurial journey.
Awarded based on:
Total revenue
Profit margin
Written reflection
Best
Branding
Awarded to one young entrepreneur per age category who creates a unique and creative brand experience at their lemonade stand.
Awarded based on:
Lemonade stand name
Stand creativity
Brand experience
Written reflection
Community Impact Award
Awarded to one young entrepreneur per age category who gives back to their community in a meaningful way.
Awarded based on:
Amount donated
Showcasing charity through stand
Written reflection
FAQ
How do I get started?
Just follow these 3 steps:
- Register as a Mentor here. Click “Get Started” and fill out the Mentor form.
- Add your Learners: Log in to the Mentor Portal, navigate to Your Learner Manager, and add each child you want to register. You may find these Mentor Setup Instructions helpful.
- Once your Learners are registered, download the My Lemonade Day app from the App Store or Google Play, or follow these instructions for Chromebooks.
If I participated last year, do I need to re-register?
Yes! Please register for 2026 via this Registration Form so that we can count your Learners in our numbers for this year, and ensure they are eligible for prizes. Remember to register all of your Learners, including any siblings or friends who will be joining your team this year.
How can I recover our login credentials?
Just follow these instructions.
What if I can't find Calgary or my postal code on the registration form?
To find Calgary, scroll down in the alphabetical community list until you get to the “C’s,” or just start typing “Calgary” and it will show up.
If your postal code is not in the pre-populated dropdown list, scroll to the very bottom of the dropdown and select “Other.” You’ll then be able to enter your postal code.
How long does the curriculum take to complete?
Typically it takes 4-5 hours to go through all of the lessons, so you’ll probably want to break it up into multiple sessions.
Is there a cost to participate?
No! The app and curriculum are completely free, thanks to our program hosts and sponsors. You’ll also benefit from our marketing and PR program that will help drive business to your young entrepreneur’s stand on Lemonade Day.
Your only costs will be the materials for your stand, including your lemonade ingredients, signage, and any other supplies you need.
Does my learner need a business license or permit to set up a lemonade stand?
No. We have confirmed with the City of Calgary that Lemonade Day Calgary participants do not need business licenses or permits.
Stands can be set up in City of Calgary parks on Lemonade Day with no permit or booking required.
If you’re setting up on private or business property however, you must get permission from the property owner.
What if it rains on Lemonade Day?
You may choose to adjust your opening hours, or move your stand to a sheltered area. You might want to incorporate an umbrella, tent, or other shelter into your stand design or location so that you’re literally covered either way!
Our taste testers will be out visiting stands, rain or shine, so we hope to see you out there!