“We were thoroughly impressed with the flexibility, diversity, and innovation that the students displayed. The recipe ideas they presented were not only tasty, but were respectful of our costing and ingredient specifications.”

“Without access to Niagara College’s faculty, students, equipment, and network of co-packers, MADD Virgin Craft Brewed Lager would not have been possible, let alone become one of our best sellers in the U.S. market.”

“Niagara College brings youth, enthusiasm and knowledge to a tough playing field where every dollar is critical to the survival of many small businesses.”

“Being involved on a practical level with our industry partners allows me to really engage our students inside the classroom, while also offering them exciting and rewarding employment opportunities outside the classroom.”

“Real-life work experience is the best way to teach students about how to develop a product, giving them motivation, meaning and purpose to their work. And in the end, you’ve hopefully made something delicious, too!”

“You can structure the class around the project, so that the concepts are taught, but then they are directly applied to the real world. Many students aren’t used to working in teams, but they take it on, and then they get to put the project experience on their resumes.”