Canada’s smartest students are waiting to work for you
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
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Introducing a new way to grow your business.
Track progress, 100% remote, test drive talent
Track progress
100% remote
Test drive talent
Support at every step of the journey
Built on Riipen
Level UP is built on Riipen, the world's largest experiential learning marketplace. Your account gets you access to Riipen features like a digital scorecard of your skills that you can share with future employers.
Dedicated Support
Prepare your students for the workplace by offering them real work experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the key dates?
Projects have set deadlines depending on the cohort your project is matched with. The 2025/2026 funding year have 3 cohorts:
- February 2025: February 27 - March 31, 2025
- June 2025: June - July , 2025
- September 2025: September - November, 2025
Read our Cohort Breakdown for full details
How many projects can I do?
Each company can participate in multiple cohorts, but the number of projects per cohort depends on the cohort and its unique needs. See the terms and conditions for the number of projects allowed in your cohort.
How do I secure a student to work on my project?
Students will apply to your project during the designated matching period for your cohort. Learn more about the cohort timeline and matching dates here.
What should I include in a Level UP project?
Employers can read this guide on Creating a successful Level UP project. It outlines the key elements needed in your project match request to expedite approval by the Level UP team.
I have more questions!
The answers to all of your questions are in our help centre and our FAQ article.
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