From left: Patty Hughes CEO PA & District Chamber of Commerce, Acacia Carleton, Yetunde Lawal, Kirk Pilon, and MLA Kevin Kasun. (Submitted photo)

By paNOW Staff

building small business

Young entrepreneurs receive $5,000 bursaries

Nov 17, 2025 | 1:07 PM

The entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to building small business in the province was recognized in three young recipients.

On Friday, each of them was awarded $5,000 and a complimentary membership to the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce.

The three recipients are Acacia Carleton, who operates Acacia Blossom Beauty Spa; Yetunde Lawal, Gabby’s Beauty Supplies; and Kirk Pilon, Pilon Homes.

While the Prince Albert and District Chamber of Commerce presented the awards, the 2025 Young Entrepreneur Bursaries were provided through the provincial government’s Ministry of Trade and Export. The MLA for Prince Albert Carlton, Kevin Kasun, represented the government and highlighted the province’s ongoing support for small business and entrepreneurship.

“We are thrilled to celebrate Acacia, Yetunde, and Kirk as they take bold steps in their entrepreneurial journeys,” said the Chamber. “Supporting young entrepreneurs is vital to the growth and innovation of our local economy, and we are grateful to the Saskatchewan Government and the Ministry of Trade and Export for making this bursary possible.”

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