Category Archives: Research & Innovation

Join us – 32nd Annual Niagara College Gala is back April 6

2024 NC Renaissance Gala

  A revival. A renewal. A reimagining. The Niagara College Gala returns in 2024, ushering in a new era of transformational growth and progress for students. Tickets are going fast for the 32nd Annual Niagara College Renaissance Gala on Sat., April 6, 2024, at the Fallsview Casino Resort. Join us for an elegant evening of decadent food, Niagara College wines, live entertainment, auctions, exciting announcements … Continue reading Join us – 32nd Annual Niagara College Gala is back April 6 »

The value of networking and attending industry events for HESIC

From an Expert's Perspective

This month, we hear from Alberto Hardt and Gabriela Torrens, Research Associates with the Horticultural & Environmental Sciences Innovation Centre. From February 21-22, Niagara College’s (NC) Horticultural & Environmental Sciences Innovation Centre (HESIC) team participated in the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Convention (OFVC), in Niagara Falls, Ont. This year brought another opportunity to represent NC’s Research & Innovation (R&I) division with a dedicated booth at … Continue reading The value of networking and attending industry events for HESIC »

R&I welcomes Joshua Benz to the role of Research & Development Technologist with WAMIC

Joshua Bunz, new R&D Technologist with WAMIC team.

Research & Innovation is pleased to welcome Joshua Bunz to the team as the Research & Development Technologist with the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC). In his role, Josh supports all laboratory, applied research, and technical service activities related to mechanical engineering. He trains students and graduate employees, along with staff and researchers, on standard and specialized equipment and processes. He also participates in … Continue reading R&I welcomes Joshua Benz to the role of Research & Development Technologist with WAMIC »

Watch: FBIC capabilities & Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery success story video is here

Niagara College’s Food & Beverage Innovation Centre (FBIC) is proud to officially launch our latest video that highlights the capabilities of the Innovation Centre and the partnership and success story with Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery (Ravine). Ravine has also completed several projects with our Business & Commercialization Innovation Centre. Ravine is home to an organic vineyard, a winery, a restaurant, a cidery and a retail … Continue reading Watch: FBIC capabilities & Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery success story video is here »

Message from Marc Nantel: Introducing the Research Opportunity Fund

  Hi to the entire NC community, Niagara College (NC) is committed to the professional development and innovative/trailblazing spirit of its employees and has therefore committed resources to support research initiated by College employees, in line with the College’s Strategic Plan priorities. The Research & Innovation (R&I) division of Niagara College has been running a pilot for the Research Opportunity Fund (ROF), with an intention … Continue reading Message from Marc Nantel: Introducing the Research Opportunity Fund »

Mark your calendars for NC’s Spring Open House on Sat. March 23

NC Spring Open House - student booth

  Spring is in the air, and that means it’s time for Niagara College’s (NC) Spring Open House! Join us at the Welland Campus and Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake on Saturday, March 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is your opportunity to ask questions, gather information, explore our campuses, and find out what makes NC unique. The Open House will take … Continue reading Mark your calendars for NC’s Spring Open House on Sat. March 23 »