A transformative week for future leaders.
The John F. Wood Summer Leadership Program (SLP) is an academic experience for high school students who want to build leadership skills, explore new ideas, and experience life at Ivey Business School and Western University. Students learn through hands-on activities, case based discussions, and team challenges that help them think critically and collaborate with confidence.
The program is hosted at Ivey Business School at Western University and brings together high school students from around the world.
Why Leadership Matters Today
Business plays a key role in shaping communities, driving innovation, and creating meaningful change. Leaders today must be adaptable, collaborative, and ready to take on complex challenges in areas like sustainability, technology, and the future of work.
This program is designed to help students build the mindset and skills needed to thrive in a changing world.
Program Overview
2027 Dates: Coming Soon!
Location: Ivey Business School, Western University, London, Ontario
Who Can Apply: High school students currently in Grades 9, 10, and 11 who are curious, motivated, and excited to learn about leadership, business, and innovation.
What to Expect
Interactive Learning
Students dive into case based learning, hands-on workshops, and team problem solving led by Ivey faculty, staff, and student leaders.
Life on Campus
Participants stay in Western University residence. All meals, materials, and evening activities are included. Counsellors live in residence alongside students, and Ivey staff provide 24 hour support.
Community and Connection
Students connect with peers who share their interests, build new friendships, and take part in fun team building activities.
Capstone Project
Throughout the program, students work on a project developed in partnership with the Morrissette Institute for Entrepreneurship at Western. This gives participants a real introduction to entrepreneurial thinking and the process of taking an idea from problem identification to a practical solution.
Application Details
Applications for 2027 will open soon.
We’re working on the next version of SLP and will post full application details once the program structure is confirmed. Join our email list to be notified when applications launch.
Key Highlights
Support Student Access
We welcome contributions from individuals and organizations who wish to help make the program more accessible for students. These donations directly support student participation and help reduce financial barriers.
To learn more about how you can contribute, please contact us at: hba@ivey.ca
Contact Us
We are here to help. If you have questions about the John F. Wood Summer Leadership Program, please reach out to our team at hba@ivey.ca.