06/14/2026
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Today is Lemonade Day, and I had the opportunity to stop by one of the many lemonade stands operating across Bonnyville โ Cold Lake โ St. Paul,.
One of the things I enjoy most about Lemonade Day is seeing young people learn valuable skills that will serve them well throughout their lives. Through this program, participants learn about entrepreneurship, customer service, budgeting, and the rewards that come with hard work while gaining real-world experience running their own business.
Last year, I visited a stand in St. Paul, and it was great to see the program continue to grow. This year, it was encouraging to see Lemonade Day being celebrated throughout the constituency, with young entrepreneurs setting up stands in communities across the region. The enthusiasm, creativity, and community support on display are a great reminder that the next generation of business leaders is already getting an early start.
When I stopped by a stand outside Titans I had the chance to visit with Eliax, Axel, Exander, and Aycen. They were doing a fantastic job serving customers, promoting their products, and learning firsthand what it takes to run a business. Their lemonade was excellent, and they even convinced me to leave with a couple of bags of candy as well. I went for a lemonade and somehow ended up making a larger purchase than I had planned! I also tried to get their secret lemonade recipe, but just like the young entrepreneurs I met in St. Paul last year, they weren't willing to give up their trade secrets to their MLA.
What makes Lemonade Day so special is that it encourages young people to earn their own money, learn valuable business skills, and give back to their communities while having fun with friends. Those are lessons that can last a lifetime. Programs like this help strengthen our communities by encouraging young people to take initiative, work hard, and discover what they are capable of achieving.
Thank you to all of the young entrepreneurs who participated in Lemonade Day, as well as the parents, volunteers, sponsors, and community members who helped make it a success. The future is bright when we see this kind of initiative, creativity, and community spirit from our youth.