Build your future workforce.
Riipen FuturePath is a paid program that connects businesses with top student talent through employer-curated, real-world projects. .
FuturePath is funded in part by the Government of Canada's Innovative Work-Integrated Learning (I-WIL) Initiatives program
What is FuturePath?
The best companies don’t wait for top talent—they create it. Riipen FuturePath gives businesses exclusive access to the next generation of skilled professionals while offering students the real-world experience they need to enter and thrive in the workforce and beyond. Through hands-on, high-impact projects, employers gain valuable insights and benefit from the skillsets students bring, while students develop the expertise that sets them apart. It’s a win-win—innovate today, shape tomorrow.
Most Canadian employers are already eligible
- ✅ A registered Canadian business or non-profit organization
- ❌ A member of the House of Commons or Senate of Canada
- ❌ Part of an organization that engages in partisan political activities, and/or a federal, provincial, territorial, or municipal government❌ Part of a publicly funded post-secondary institution
Educational Partners
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Introducing a new way to grow your business.
Track progress, 100% remote, access student talent
Track progress
Track project progress and get reminders on major project milestones through the FuturePath portal. Keep track of important documents and communications all in one place.
100% remote
Struggling with a lack of local talent? All FuturePath projects can be completed 100% remotely. Riipen supports Google Meet and Zoom integration, so you can work with students anywhere in Canada.
Access student talent
FuturePath is your chance to work with soon-to-be graduates who can bring new ideas and useful skills to your business. Evaluate your collaborators through fully-subsidized FuturePath project work and hire the best-fit students as part of your team.
Support at every step of the journey
Connect with the FuturePath learner community or support team with any questions.
Built on Riipen
FuturePath is built on Riipen, the world's largest experiential learning marketplace.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key dates?
Projects have set deadlines depending on the cohort your project is matched with.
Read our Cohort Breakdown for full details
How do I apply to FuturePath?
This article explains the Riipen FuturePath cohort application process for employers and how the Employer Interest Form works
I have more questions!
The answers to all of your questions are in our help centre.
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