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Grow your team’s capacity with student talent.

Through Riipen FuturePath, employers access bright, motivated students ready to support priority work. Backed by the Government of Canada, it’s a flexible way to increase capacity.

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Post a project. Post your real business challenge or task your business needs help with.
Match. Riipen connects you with vetted post-secondary students.
Deliver. Students complete a 10–420 hour project and deliver tangible outcomes. Government pays 50%.
FuturePath

The future of talent starts here.

Connect with skilled student talent to tackle your goals with no red tape, no complicated paperwork, and flexible support.

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Big ideas, real impact.

Get the same caliber of talent as the world’s biggest brands and build your hiring pipeline.

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Smart, motivated talent.

Work with motivated students bringing innovative thinking and specialized expertise to your business.

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Flexible, cost-effective model.

You choose the scope and timeline. Collaborate on curated projects that solve real business needs.

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Funded in part by the Government of Canada.

Scale affordably with up to 50% of project costs covered through the Government of Canada’s IWIL program.

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Big ideas, real impact. Join the movement of employers growing with FuturePath.

The Process

Let's turn your idea into a project in seconds.

Enter a few keywords about your business goals, and our AI will draft a structured student project for you.

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FuturePath is for your business.

Real projects delivered by FuturePath students.

Marketing

Market analysis & digital strategy.

Conducting comprehensive market analysis and crafting actionable digital tactics for a new product launch.

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Emma, 4th Yr BComm

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40h | Aug '25

Digital Marketing

Fintech brand visibility campaign.

Developing a 3-month social content calendar, ad copy assets, and short-form video concepts.

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Daniel, 4th Yr Mktg.

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60h | Aug '25

Content Creation

Blog writing & brand awareness.

Creating SEO-optimized blog posts and a publishing calendar for a growing lifestyle brand.

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Ben, 3rd Yr Comms

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40h | Aug '25

SEO

Technical SEO & content strategy.

Conducting full site audits, keyword research, and optimizing 10 high-value web pages for search.

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Amira, 4th Yr Mktg.

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300h | Aug '25

Data Analytics

Sales data analysis & dashboard.

Analyzing sales trends and building an interactive Power BI dashboard to track leadership KPIs.

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Liam & Taylor, 3rd Yr

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40h | Aug '25

Research

FinTech regulation mapping.

Researching federal regulations and categorizing AML, KYC, and privacy compliance obligations.

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Samantha, 4th Yr

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120h | Aug '25

Cybersecurity

Security risk assessment.

Conducting a comprehensive cybersecurity risk audit and delivering technical IT mitigation briefings.

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Mark, Master's IT

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300h | Aug '25

Get started.

Submit a short Employer Interest Form, it only takes a few minutes.

Post a project.

Connect with skilled students ready to tackle real business challenges.

Get results.

Get results with 50% covered by the Government of Canada.

Client Praise

Real feedback from Canadian small business owners using FuturePath to connect with talented student support.

"We’ve had such a great experience working with Sahil. He's a real team player who always shows up on time for calls and work sessions. Sahil is an active listener, asks the right questions, and delivers work with honesty and integrity. He’s respectful, communicates well, is organized, and has an excellent work ethic. Thanks, Riipen!"
Asli Kahraman — Founder & CEO, Operations Mavenue
"Bri will be an asset to any group or organization she is a part of. We threw her curve balls--well outside her area of expertise--and she not only delivered, but did so professionally, willingly, and kindly. We gave her vague direction; she synthesized, assessed, and did an outstanding job. Not only has she developed an underlying skill set useful in an upper-management role, she brings an energy and patience that will support a healthy corporate culture."
John Pilkinton — CEO Carbon Mutual
"Hussein Saab has shown, through multiple challenges and complexities, that he is an excellent full-stack developer. Not only is his work sound, but he is also efficient in getting it done. He brings ideas to the table that I had not thought of and engages not just with the development tasks, but with the content of the app itself. He is a pleasure to work with, and I look forward to working with him again. "
Leah Tremain — Founder / Owner

Get Started.

The next generation of talent is ready — let’s talk about bringing them into your business. Book a meeting or give us a call to get started.

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FuturePath vs. other programs.

In today's fast-paced world, Riipen FuturePath ensures you get the right talent quickly and without the usual bureaucratic bottlenecks.

Feature FuturePath Other Programs
Red Tape Minimal Setup Quick digital workflow with zero complex forms. Heavy paperwork and administrative approvals.
Speed to Launch Live in Days Fast-tracked matching to meet business velocity. Weeks or months of lead time and vetting.
Project Scope Fully Flexible Any task or project from 10 to 420 hours. Rigid hourly requirements and task limitations.
Control Employer-Driven You determine the work and the timeline. Generic curriculum-based project rules.
Hiring Effort Zero Onboarding No HR burden or traditional payroll setup. Full recruitment and HR processing required.
Investment 50% Covered Supported by the Government of Canada (IWIL). Full cost or limited, complex subsidy access.
Real Impact Immediate Growth Unblock projects today while training talent. Delayed starts mean delayed results.

FAQs

Everything you need to know about Riipen FuturePath.

What is Riipen FuturePath?

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.

What makes Riipen FuturePath different from traditional internships?

Riipen FuturePath offers a faster, more impactful alternative to traditional internships. In 10-420 hours, students complete projects with top employers, gaining hands-on experience and building a standout resume. Unlike traditional internships that often require months of commitment, FuturePath lets students gain valuable skills and make career connections in a fraction of the time.

How do I join Riipen FuturePath?

Here are some helpful guides to get started with Riipen FuturePath for students and for employers.

Am I eligible to participate in Riipen FuturePath?

You're eligible if your business:
- Is a not-for-profit, public sector, or private sector employer.
- Is registered and operating in Canada with a valid business number.
- Is not a publicly funded post-secondary institution.
- Is not a financial sector institution with 500 or more employees.
- Is not a member of the House of Commons or Senate.
- Does not engage in partisan political activities.
- Is not a federal, provincial, territorial, or municipal government entity.

Who can I contact if I have more questions?

The little avocado in the bottom right of your screen directs you right to our team! Please feel free to follow the prompts and our team is there to answer any questions you may have! Alternatively, you can email us at futurepath@riipen.com!

Still have questions?

Reach out to our support team — and let us help you get started.