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Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Riipen FuturePath is a government-supported program that helps employers access student talent for real-world projects, with 50% of funding subsidized. It supports short projects and employer-led collaboration across a range of business needs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop an online presence
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Short-term real-world student projects for business support.
- Employer-defined projects in areas such as marketing, research, web development, admin, and analytics.
- Projects completed through direct collaboration with student talent.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered Canadian businesses
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Public sector employers
Who is not eligible
- Publicly funded post-secondary institutions
- Financial sector institutions with 500 or more employees
- Federal, provincial, territorial, or municipal government entities
- Organizations engaging in partisan political activities
Eligible expenses
- Student compensation for approved project hours.
- Associated taxes and fees on employer contributions.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Clarity of the project description.
- Alignment with educational objectives.
- Completeness of the project plan.
How to apply
- Step 1: Express interest
- Submit the Employer Interest Form on the website.
- Wait for the invitation email when the cohort opens.
- Step 2: Create your account and onboard
- Create a Riipen account.
- Complete the onboarding and identity verification steps.
- Step 3: Prepare and submit your project
- Define your project objectives, desired outcomes, and required skills.
- Submit the project and request a match with students.
- Step 4: Sign the agreements
- Review and sign the required program agreements.
- Complete any required verification before unlocking projects.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Riipen FuturePath team.
- Some applicants may receive a conditional acceptance and need to complete an additional step.
- Approved employers must sign the program agreements before participating.
- After project submission, employer feedback and a student exit survey are reviewed before payment is processed.
Additional information
- Employers contribute $700 per project, with 50% covered by government support.
- Projects typically involve 60 hours of student engagement, allowing for quick outcomes.
- Multiple success stories indicate benefits such as cost savings and enhanced brand presence.
- Thousands of businesses have already participated in the program across Canada.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Riipen — Future Path Program
What is the Riipen — Future Path?
Riipen FuturePath is a government-supported program that helps employers access student talent for real-world projects, with 50% of funding subsidized. It supports short projects and employer-led collaboration across a range of business needs.
How much funding can be received?
Riipen — Future Path Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Riipen — Future Path program?
To be eligible for the Riipen — Future Path program, you must:
Registered employer in Canada
Project based in Canada
Employer must follow program terms
What expenses are eligible under Riipen — Future Path?
Short-term real-world student projects for business support.
Employer-defined projects in areas such as marketing, research, web development, admin, and analytics.
Projects completed through direct collaboration with student talent.
Who can I contact for more information about the Riipen — Future Path?
You can contact Riipen by email at futurepath@riipen.com.
Where is the Riipen — Future Path available?
The Riipen — Future Path program is available across Canada.
Is the Riipen — Future Path a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Riipen — Future Path is a Wage Subsidies And Interns