Pathways for Creative Futures

Pathways for Creative Futures reimagines work-integrated learning (WIL) for the creative industry by bridging students into creative careers and linking industries with fresh talent eager to tackle innovation and collaborative challenges.

From September to January 2025, Pathways for Creative Futures will offer 140 students curricular WIL opportunities across three areas: emerging technologies, arts entrepreneurship and service learning for lens-based artists. Blending academic learning with practical experience, the Pathways for Creative Futures provides hands-on training through partnerships with industry, community organizations, artists, curators and cultural workers to enhance the creative sector’s resilience and develop a strong talent pipeline.

If you have any inquiries regarding our Pathways for Creative Futures program, please do not hesitate to contact Jennifer Martin at shumka@ecuad.ca.

Pathways for Creative Futures is funded in partnership with the Business + Higher Education Roundtable and with support from the Government of Canada.