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<\/p>\nNiagara College brought two cherished traditions together on Wednesday, December 17, joining employees at a combined Niagara Day and NC Holiday Reception at the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake.<\/p>\n
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Presented in a streamlined format this year, the combined celebration honoured the spirit of both events, recognizing employee achievements and milestones during Niagara Day, followed by the warm and festive spirit of the annual Holiday Reception. While the format looked a little different, the focus remained the same: celebrating the people who make Niagara College an exceptional place to learn, work, and grow.<\/p>\n
Niagara Day opened with a Land Acknowledgement, offered by Maxine Semple, Director of Cultural and Global Engagement, setting a thoughtful tone for the afternoon.<\/p>\n
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President Sean Kennedy then welcomed the NC community, reflecting on the year and the resilience of the College.<\/p>\n
“Despite the challenges of 2025, the best of Niagara College has continued to shine through on a daily basis,” said Kennedy. “I hope it bolsters you as much as it bolsters me. Today we celebrate our amazing employees, organization, culture, students, and support we receive from our community.”<\/p>\n
He took a moment to honour members of the NC community who passed away over the past year, paying tribute to their lasting impact, including Dr Tom Keenan, Jill English, Scott Price and Jerry Zolner.<\/p>\n
A highlight of the afternoon was the Year in Review video, which captured standout moments, milestones, and achievements from across the NC community throughout the year.<\/p>\n