School and team clothing supplier

Schools, parent councils, sports clubs and leagues, which often pass the cost on to families, plus camps and youth organizations.

You earn a markup on each garment and decoration, often with an online order form for each group. Large seasonal runs make up most of the revenue.

• Sales and relationship building
• Organizing deadlines and sizing lists
• Clear communication with parents and volunteers
• Basic design skills

• School boards may have approved supplier lists or procurement rules, so check before pitching
• Check whether your municipality requires a home-based business licence if you run it from home
• Check GST/HST registration once your sales near the small supplier threshold
• Commercial general liability insurance is worth checking
• Orders cluster in late summer and early fall, so cash flow can be uneven across the year
• Quebec schools and clubs may expect French-language materials, so check the rules that apply to you
• Check clothing labelling and children's product safety rules, such as those for drawstrings on children's garments

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on samples, design tools and insurance. Orders are collected in seasonal drives before you buy in bulk, which helps limit upfront spending.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $500 to $3,500, depending on how many schools and clubs you supply. Orders cluster in late summer and early fall, so cash flow can be uneven across the year.

Check whether school boards have approved supplier lists, whether you need a home-based business licence, GST/HST registration near the small supplier threshold, and insurance. Also check clothing labelling and children's product safety rules, such as drawstrings, plus Quebec French-language expectations.