Student Pitch Competition
Canada's Future in Real Estate

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What is REIC Next

REIC Next is a national student pitch competition to give students the opportunity to showcase their ideas and perspective while trying to answer pressing issues about the state of the real estate industry.

What do I need to do

Submit a 30 - 90 second video pitch answering one of the posted real-world questions about the future of real estate in Canada.
Fill out the submission form and follow the instructions you will receive in your inbox after you submit the form.

submission form

Who can enter

The contest is open to individuals who:

• Are legal residents of Canada (excluding Quebec)
• Are 18 years or older
• Are currently enrolled in a recognized Canadian post-secondary educational institution in a real estate program or a related field

Where do I enter

Fill out the entry form and submit it to receive instructions on how to upload your video pitch.

What's in it for me

You get a real edge — not just a line on your résumé.
Cash + a kick to your career before you graduate:

• $1000 grand prize
• $500 prizes for category winners

National exposure - your work can be featured across REIC platforms so you're not pitching into a void – you're building a name.
A legit crediential you can flex - you earn an REIC digital credential that you can share.
FREE 1-year REIC Student Membership - every applicant receives one, whether you win or not..
A direct pipeline into the industry - the whole format is designed to connect students ↔ industry and help you get recognised early.​

Official Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions PDF

submission form

Answer one of these questions:

Policy/Future of Housing
If you were Prime Minister, what legislation would you introduce to meaningfully improve housing affordability in Canada?

Property Management
How could property managers navigate conflicting interests between tenants, owners, and investors better?

Finance/Investment
What financial solutions or products would make homeownership more attainable and accessible for Canadians?

Sales
How would you build and maintain trust with buyers and sellers in today's real estate environment?