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From co-op to a career in manufacturing – Liliana McIntosh’s journey

Liliana McIntosh, the Mechanical Engineering Research Technician with the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC), always knew she wanted to work in mechanics and manufacturing, and it runs in her blood. Both her father and brother are Millwrights, so pursuing a career in manufacturing was a natural fit for her. She grew up in Niagara, living a mere 20 minutes away from Welland in West … Continue reading From co-op to a career in manufacturing – Liliana McIntosh’s journey »

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Aeronautics company benefits from NC talent and tech

Airbus Helicopters Canada is part of the Airbus Group, a global leader in aeronautics, space, and related services. Airbus Helicopters is the world’s leading helicopter manufacturer offering the most comprehensive range of civil and military helicopters in the world. Employing approximately 23,000 people worldwide, the company’s fleet in service includes 12,000 helicopters operated by more than 3,000 customers in approximately 150 countries.  Airbus Helicopters manufactures … Continue reading Aeronautics company benefits from NC talent and tech »

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Rentsync hires quality NC grads time and time again, including R&I alumni, Alex Gauvreau

When Michael Mottola, Vice-President of Technology and Data at Rentsync (formerly Landlord Web Solutions), started his company almost 12 years ago, he knew he wanted to hire local. Rentsync is a company that provides marketing solutions for the multifamily industry in both Canada and the U.S. The company offers a leading purpose-built rental marketing platform, which includes a content management system (CMS) and ad syndication, … Continue reading Rentsync hires quality NC grads time and time again, including R&I alumni, Alex Gauvreau »

An Expert's Perspective, Research & Innovation, Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre

Cultivating manufacturing research relationships in southern Ontario

From an Expert's Perspective

This month, we hear from Al Spence, PhD, Research Scientist at the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre. The Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMC) is involved in several formal research relationships, including the Southern Ontario Network for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation (SONAMI), and Tech-Access Canada. Of course, networking with other southern Ontario experts is always valued. As the Research Scientist for WAMIC, I frequently connect with nearby colleges … Continue reading Cultivating manufacturing research relationships in southern Ontario »

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GTN gains new Network Project Assistant in Cassandra Cosby

Research & Innovation (R&I) and the staff at the Greenhouse Technology Network (GTN) are pleased to welcome Cassandra Cosby to the team as the new Network Project Assistant. GTN is a Niagara College-led consortium of academic research institutions supporting the research needs of greenhouse and related technology businesses through applied projects. Cassie supports two network teams, concentrating most of her time on the reporting and … Continue reading GTN gains new Network Project Assistant in Cassandra Cosby »

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Hat’s off to Research & Innovation’s Graduating Class of 2023

Congratulations to the class of 2023! This milestone is the culmination of plenty of hard work, focus, and dedication for all our students. I’d like to give a special congratulations to those we have had the privilege of working with at Research & Innovation, from a variety of Niagara College programs. We’re honoured that we’ve been able to be a small part of your story … Continue reading Hat’s off to Research & Innovation’s Graduating Class of 2023 »