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NOTL Local<\/em> posted an opinion piece from Owen Bjorgan on NC’s annual BioBlitz, which took place earlier this month at the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in NOTL.<\/p>\n

BioBlitz allowed attendees to learn about and search for local flora and fauna. Bjorgan, one of the event guides, spoke about the day’s activities such as the Biodiversity Walk, bird identification walk, a benthic macroinvertebrates station and an Indigenous knowledge exchange.<\/p>\n

Read the April 22 opinion piece here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Her presentation offered an inside look at the CMTO’s role in the industry and provided a forum for students to ask questions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">“We sincerely appreciate the visit from Maureen Boon, Registrar and CEO of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, for engaging with our students and faculty on the regulations, standards, and responsibilities that uphold public trust and advance the Massage Therapy profession,” said Michelle Thibault, Associate Dean, School of Allied Health.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">“The strong engagement and genuine interest demonstrated by our students made the visit especially impactful, highlighting the importance of connecting education with professional practice and the shared commitment to excellence that defines Niagara College and the profession.”<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">NC’s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/alliedhealth\/program\/massage-therapy\/\">Massage Therapy<\/a> is a three-year advanced diploma accredited by the Canadian Accreditation Council for Massage Therapy Programs.\u00a0 Based at the Welland Campus, home to NC’s\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/alliedhealth\/massageclinic\/\">Student Massage Therapy Clinic<\/a>, where students develop clinical assessment skills and practice massage therapy on public clients in a safe, supervised environment. 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students gain ground with design challenge win"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Landscape Technician students at Niagara College are proving that they have a green thumb for community impact.<\/p>\n<p>A class of second-year students from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/environment\/program\/horticulture-technician-landscape-coop\/\">Horticulture Technician – Landscape<\/a> program recently won the Come Alive Outside Design Challenge, which will see their creative vision transform the schoolyard at James Morden Public School in Niagara Falls into a natural oasis.<\/p>\n<p>The Come Alive Outside Design Challenge connects postsecondary students with landscape professionals to reimagine schoolyards as biodiverse ecosystems and “living laboratories.” Its goal: to move children away from screens and back into nature. While the initiative was launched over a decade ago, the project at James Morden school marks its first venture in the Niagara region.<\/p>\n<p>Students secured their victory with the highest total score overall; they outshined their competitors with the highest points from industry professionals judging the competition, as well as a first-place vote from the James Morden community.<\/p>\n<p>For NC Dean of Business and Environment Evan DiValentino, the competition win was a testament to the hands-on experience that has become a cornerstone of the program. He noted that while NC students often work on campus “living labs,” this project was an opportunity to bring their knowledge and skills into the heart of the community.<\/p>\n<p>“Our students do incredible work on campus, but now we get to change a schoolyard in a way that will benefit students for decades,” said DiValentino. “Extending what happens in our classrooms into the community is very meaningful. It always comes back to education: they are creating the environment for future students to learn, play, and develop.”<\/p>\n<p>The winning submission was a result of a class collaboration which allowed students to plant seeds for their future careers.<\/p>\n<p>School of Environment and Horticulture Professor Carrie Zimmerman helped support Come Alive Outside’s venture into the Niagara area and was inspired to integrate the challenge into her Landscape Design Build class as a major project. Students worked collaboratively on the challenge during Fall term. After connecting with the James Morden community in November, they spent countless hours in the studio and submitted their entry on the last day of classes.<\/p>\n<p>“Students are learning design, landscape installation and project management, so the Come Alive Design Challenge brought everything together into a real-world experience for them,” said Zimmerman. “Students collaborated and tackled it together as a class and it gave them a taste of how fast-paced the industry is. We were ecstatic to learn that we won.”<\/p>\n<p>The challenge kicked off in November and tasked participants with revitalizing an outdoor area at the school that lacked shade, seating, and privacy.<\/p>\n<p>Rochelle Tkach, Grade Seven Teacher at James Morden Public School, said they were excited to have such strong community partnerships caring about their students, and to see the landscaping students hard at work to making their outdoor dreams come true.<\/p>\n<p>“This project is a wonderful example of what’s possible when schools and community partners learn together,” said Tkach. “When we saw the design, we immediately felt the care and creativity behind the work. The Niagara College team listened closely and incorporated so many of our ideas, resulting in a design that will enrich how students learn, play and connect with the outdoors.”<\/p>\n<p>“The students’ engagement with the James Morden community and the design challenge process was truly outstanding. The designs the Niagara College team submitted for the Come Alive Outside Design Challenge showed a great deal of thoughtfulness and creativity, while clearly demonstrating that they listened to the needs of the school community, board of education, and the guidance of the landscape professionals working with them,” said Scott Wentworth, advisory board member of Come Alive Outside, Senior Landscape Architect with Wentworth Landscapes, who is also a new member of NC’s Horticulture and Landscape Program Advisory Committee.<\/p>\n<p>“They should feel extremely proud of their efforts and design – the industry professionals and the James Morden community certainly are.”<\/p>\n<p>NC’s design submission focused on creating spaces for inclusive, nature-based play. Their winning design – which targeted all five senses – divided the yard into four distinct nature zones: “Mustang Meadow,” a rejuvenation of the sports field; “The Corral,” a dedicated outdoor classroom for hands-on learning; “Mustang Market,” an extension of the existing vegetable garden; and “The Play Paddock,” an enhanced natural playground to boost motor skills.<\/p>\n<p>“Transforming the schoolyard into an inclusive, nature-based play and learning space will give all James Morden students the chance to explore, create, and learn in meaningful ways,” noted the class in their design submission. “Ultimately, nature offers the most flexible and inspiring space for students to grow, and this design ensures they can fully experience it.”<\/p>\n<p>For students like Sonja Grcar, the win was the perfect capstone to her time at NC.<\/p>\n<p>“It’s really exciting that we won, to know that I was part of the actual design process and that our ideas will be coming to life,” said Grcar, who has already landed a job in the landscape design field. “I came to NC to be a landscape designer. All the connections I made through this program have been really valuable.”<\/p>\n<p>While her classmate Conner Taylor is more passionate about the construction component of the program, rather than design – students gain experience in both – he valued the opportunity to make a difference in the community.<\/p>\n<p>“We got hands-on experience with actual clients and got to listen to their concerns,” said Taylor. “I enjoyed interacting with the kids and knowing that we’re helping to improve their playground in a way that will help them enjoy being outdoors.”<\/p>\n<p>The project is now ready to move from the drawing board to the dirt. Landscape Ontario will begin working with DSBN facilities, partners and volunteers to launch phase one of the build. Construction is expected to begin in 2027, with future Niagara College students returning to the site to help bring the winning design to life.<\/p>\n<p>Based at the College’s Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake, NC’s\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/environment\/\">School of Environment and Horticulture<\/a>\u00a0offers several programs that help students turn their passion for landscaping into a blooming career, including the two-year <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/environment\/program\/horticulture-technician-landscape\/\">\u00a0Horticulture Technician – Landscape<\/a>\u00a0 and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/environment\/program\/horticulture-technician-landscape-coop\/\">Horticulture Technician – Landscape (Co-op)<\/a> diploma programs – where students learn to plan, design and develop beautiful sustainable landscapes for residential and commercial clients.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1599521\" style=\"width: 835px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1599521\" class=\"wp-image-1599521 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Big-group.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"825\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Big-group.webp 825w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Big-group-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Big-group-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Big-group-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Big-group-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Big-group-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Big-group-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Big-group-810x540.webp 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1599521\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">School of Environment Dean Evan DiValentino, Associate Dean James Boesch, Professor Carrie Zimmerman and her class of Horticulture – Landscape Design students, stand around a model of their winning playground design with representatives from Landscape Ontario and the DSBN. Back row: Scott Wentworth, Ryan Jackson, Brady McLaren, Carrie Zimmerman, Lissa Uiterkamp, Evan DiValentino and Dave Byoad.<br \/>Front row: Jamie Lynn Pick, Sayra Bhatti, Sonja Grcar, Keiryn Cox, Brady Campbell\u00a0 Hoi Choi, Jun Kuang, Sean Clarey and Conner Taylor.<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Landscape Technician students at Niagara College are proving that they have a green thumb for community impact. 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Flags at both campuses will also be half masted to mark this important day.<\/p>\n<p>An event will be held at the Welland Campus on May 5, hosted by NC’s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/indigenouseducation\/\">Indigenous Education<\/a> Department in partnership with the <a href=\"https:\/\/nclibraries.niagaracollege.ca\/library\">Libraries and Learning Centres<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/edi\/\">Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion<\/a> team.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Stay tuned for more details and registration information.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to learn more?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Members of the Niagara College community are encouraged to explore additional educational resources available through the Libraries and Learning Centres, including the <a href=\"https:\/\/nclibraries.niagaracollege.ca\/indigenoused?_gl=1*tixfoc*_gcl_au*NDYxOTQ2MDgxLjE3NzEzNDM2ODI.*_ga*OTQ1Njc2OTYzLjE3NTMzODIyNDg.*_ga_51Q4WHXZWJ*czE3NzM2NzE0ODQkbzMwJGcxJHQxNzczNjcxNTMwJGo2MCRsMCRoMTA3MjY5OTM0Nw..*_ga_DK4KELXBZF*czE3NzM2NzE0ODQkbzMwJGcxJHQxNzczNjcxNTMwJGo2MCRsMCRoMTA4MzcxODE0OQ..\">Indigenous Education resources page<\/a>, which offers materials to deepen understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures and perspectives.<\/p>\n<p>The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls includes 231 calls to justice directed at governments, institutions, social service providers, industries and all Canadians. 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Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake on April 16, as the College’s Youth in Care Gala brought students from across the region together for an evening of celebration and recognition.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1599053\" style=\"width: 349px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1599053\" class=\" wp-image-1599053\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gala-Youth-in-care-e1776712916280-225x300.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"339\" height=\"452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gala-Youth-in-care-e1776712916280-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gala-Youth-in-care-e1776712916280-270x360.webp 270w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gala-Youth-in-care-e1776712916280-169x225.webp 169w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gala-Youth-in-care-e1776712916280-101x135.webp 101w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gala-Youth-in-care-e1776712916280-405x540.webp 405w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gala-Youth-in-care-e1776712916280.webp 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 339px) 100vw, 339px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1599053\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Attendees walked the red carpet in the Armoury for NC’s Youth in Care Gala.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Organized by NC’s Access and Inclusion recruitment team, the gala honoured the achievements of youth aged 14 to 21 who participated in the <a href=\"https:\/\/learninglikechampions.ca\/\"><em>Learning Like Champions<\/em><\/a> initiatives throughout the 2025 -2026 academic year. These programs are designed to support youth in care as they prepare for postsecondary education, equipping them with the tools, confidence and knowledge to pursue their goals.<\/p>\n<p>Dressed in formal wear provided through the <a href=\"https:\/\/myefn.org\/\">Education Foundation of Niagara’s<\/a> Prom Project, a program offering free prom attire to students in the Niagara region, attendees walked the red carpet into The Armoury, which had been transformed into an elegant gala space. Black and gold d\u00e9cor, floral centrepieces and a photo wall set the stage for an evening that celebrated the accomplishments of each attendee.t”This celebration shines a spotlight on the strength and achievements of these remarkable students,” said Ian Aikenhead, Director, Student Recruitment.<\/p>\n<p>“They’ve embraced new opportunities, built confidence, and taken important steps toward their goals and the entire NC community is proud to celebrate alongside them.”<\/p>\n<p>The evening’s theme, “Growing Together Stronger,” was woven throughout the event, reflecting both personal growth and the power of community support.<\/p>\n<p>“The theme ‘Growing Together Stronger’ reflects both the individual growth of the youth we support and the collective impact of the community around them,” said Sherilyn Brown, Access and Inclusion – Project Supervisor. “It speaks to building confidence, resilience and a sense of belonging, while recognizing that meaningful support systems play a key role in their success.”<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1599063\" style=\"width: 426px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1599063\" class=\" wp-image-1599063\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/recruitment-300x209.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"416\" height=\"290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/recruitment-300x209.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/recruitment-768x534.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/recruitment-518x360.webp 518w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/recruitment-324x225.webp 324w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/recruitment-180x125.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/recruitment-777x540.webp 777w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/recruitment.webp 791w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 416px) 100vw, 416px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1599063\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">NC’s Recruitment team were all smiles at the Youth in Care Gala.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Throughout the year, participants engaged in the <a href=\"https:\/\/oect.ca\/\">Ontario Education Champion Team<\/a> (OECT) initiative, a collaborative effort aimed at increasing awareness, participation and success for youth in care across all levels of education while preparing them for future employment. The OECT brings together partners including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facsniagara.on.ca\/\">Family and Children’s Services<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jhs-niagara.com\/\">John Howard Society of Niagara<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dsbn.org\/\">District School Board of Niagara<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracatholic.ca\/\">Niagara Catholic District School Board<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/brocku.ca\/\">Brock University<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/\">Niagara College<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Participants took part in a wide range of programming designed to build both academic readiness and life skills. Workshops on financial aid, scholarships, budgeting and application processes helped students navigate pathways to college and university, while postsecondary exploration opportunities included campus tours, open houses and academic upgrading sessions at Niagara College and Brock University.<\/p>\n<p>This year’s gala also marked a significant milestone: the first year of full, renewable tuition support through Niagara College’s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/enrolmentservices\/financialaid\/scholarships\/strong-students-stronger-futures\/\">Strong Students, Stronger Futures Scholarship<\/a>. Covering tuition and ancillary fees for eligible First Nations and Former Youth in Care (FYIC) students, the scholarship represents an important step forward in expanding access to postsecondary education.<\/p>\n<p>The evening concluded with an inspiring keynote address from Cheyanne Ratnam, Co-Founder and CEO of the Ontario Children’s Advancement Coalition and a former youth in care. 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