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May 5 marks Red Dress Day, a National Day of Awareness for the thousands of Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people who have experienced disproportionate violence in Canada.<\/p>\n

Niagara College will honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) and Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (2SLGBTQQIA+) individuals by hanging red dresses at both the Welland and Daniel J. Patterson campuses in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Flags at both campuses will also be half masted to mark this important day.<\/p>\n

An event will be held at the Welland Campus on May 5, hosted by NC’s Indigenous Education<\/a> Department in partnership with the Libraries and Learning Centres<\/a>, and the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion<\/a> team.<\/p>\n

Stay tuned for more details and registration information.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Want to learn more?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Members of the Niagara College community are encouraged to explore additional educational resources available through the Libraries and Learning Centres, including the Indigenous Education resources page<\/a>, which offers materials to deepen understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures and perspectives.<\/p>\n

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. Review the final report<\/a> to understand the calls to justice and how to take action in your community.<\/p>\n

Supports Available<\/strong><\/p>\n

Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls<\/strong> are encouraged to contact the MMIWG Crisis Line<\/strong> toll-free at 1-844-413-6649.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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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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The events offered attendees the opportunity to connect with potential employers, ask questions in a comfortable and welcoming environment and gain insider advice on building and maintaining relationships with industry professionals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">“For Indigenous Peoples, community is so important,” said Smith. “This event brought together employers who want to hire Indigenous workers, who understand the importance of community, and who are committed to supporting Indigenous Peoples as they succeed in their careers while reclaiming their identities.”<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Titled\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Meals & Motivation: A Career Connections Networking Event<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, the initiative combined professional development with a shared dining experience\u00a0and featured a relaxed atmosphere where guests enjoyed\u00a0appetizers,\u00a0entr\u00e9es\u00a0and dessert while employers 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this\u00a0June.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">“Transitioning into a career after school can be nerve-wracking,\u00a0but this event removed some of that stress and helped us focus on how we can best position ourselves for life after school,” she said. “Learning about things like communicating with employers from\u00a0employers themselves was integral for me as I take my next step.”<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While Saylor’s education at NC is nearly completed,\u00a0she’s\u00a0excited for\u00a0incoming Indigenous students to get to\u00a0experience\u00a0the College.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">“I think they’re coming at a really good time,” she said. “The staff are putting in amazing work like bringing in speakers from the community, hosting community events like bingo night and fighting for you in support of your journey.”<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Across both evenings, more than 30 students connected with over 20 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Their visits to Niagara College deepen their understanding of NC’s offerings and culture, equipping them to share meaningful, firsthand insights with their students.<\/p>\n<p>Similar to NC’s Spring and Fall Open Houses, the annual FAM Tour offers participants an invaluable opportunity to discover why NC is a top choice for students from around the world.<\/p>\n<p>“When recruitment partners experience our campuses, our people, and the Niagara Region firsthand, they return home as informed and confident ambassadors for Niagara College,” said Orel Ruiz, Director, Global Business Development & Global Campus Operations. “In a rapidly changing international education landscape, their role is critical in helping students make informed decisions, and we are pleased to welcome this year’s participants to experience the strength of NC’s applied, student-focused approach, which continues to position us among Canada’s leading global colleges.”<\/p>\n<p>This immersive experience includes campus tours showcasing NC’s state-of-the-art facilities and innovative learning environments. 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The event was designed to strengthen connections between students and their programs, while also supporting wellness, inclusion and opportunities for personal and professional growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">“We built the Noble Games around a concept, an event\u202fthat was fun, social, and a break from the usual routine,” said Jenna Wilson, Niagara College’s Campus Recreation Coordinator. “It’s about giving students a reason to show up, connect with each other and feel part of something. The energy in the gym that day just took off — it was electric. The students understood the assignment and delivered, showing up with team colours, capes and banners. The atmosphere was beyond what we were hoping for.”<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">“Niagara College prides itself on being student-focused and passionate. Watching the Noble Games, I saw students, faculty and staff who are\u202fincredibly\u202fstudent-focused and passionate,” said Scott Wade, NC’s Associate Dean of the School of Justice and Fitness. “The Athletic staff created a platform for healthy competition and passionate engagement. I saw faculty members who led the charge, playing on the teams with the students and cheering them on. Paramedics and Policing are noble professions, and the traits displayed by the students are reflective of those professions; teamwork, passion, support, physical fitness and\u202fcompetition. I was proud to support the Athletics team and more importantly support the students from both programs.”<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1598865\" style=\"width: 502px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1598865\" class=\"wp-image-1598865\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-3-300x200.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"492\" height=\"328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-3-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-3-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-3-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-3-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-3-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-3-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-3-810x540.webp 810w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-3.webp 825w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 492px) 100vw, 492px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1598865\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Noble Games participants take part in a game of volleyball at the Simplii Financial Athletic Centre in Welland.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The event brought together a total of 75 students, faculty, and staff and featured 10 teams– five from each program–competing against one other across multiple sports, including: volleyball,\u202fdodgeball, boccia, basketball and ultimate frisbee, for a total of 17 competitions over the course of two and a half hours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Following the competition, participants gathered at The Core (Welland Campus) for the “Feast of Celebration,” with food provided by the Niagara College Student Administrative Council (NCSAC).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For first-year Police Foundations student Pat Abbott, who stands at 6’5″, basketball was the sport of choice. He was drawn to the event by its inclusive environment and the opportunity to take on a leadership role as one of the student organizers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">“The multi-sport aspect of it ensured that everyone was included,” said Abbott, who played on the Golden Basilisks and hails from Chippawa. “I love basketball, but the next person might love boccia. It allowed people to customize their experience in their own way.”<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">“The leadership opportunity was incredible,” he added. “I was able to use skills that\u202fI’ve\u202flearned in school to spread interest in the event and connect with other students. Strong schools have strong communities, and this was the type <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">of event that strengthens school community.”<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The competition remained neck-and-neck from start to finish, with a tiebreaking game of ultimate frisbee becoming the\u202fdeciding factor.\u202fThe School of Justice\u202fnarrowly secured a tie in the\u202ffinal moments\u202fof the match, before securing a victory in overtime, crowning them as the first-ever Noble Games champion.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1598866\" style=\"width: 731px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1598866\" class=\"wp-image-1598866\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Pat-Abbott-Noble-Games-Celebration-300x169.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"721\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Pat-Abbott-Noble-Games-Celebration-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Pat-Abbott-Noble-Games-Celebration-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Pat-Abbott-Noble-Games-Celebration-800x450.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Pat-Abbott-Noble-Games-Celebration-640x360.webp 640w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Pat-Abbott-Noble-Games-Celebration-400x225.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Pat-Abbott-Noble-Games-Celebration-180x101.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Pat-Abbott-Noble-Games-Celebration.webp 850w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 721px) 100vw, 721px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1598866\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pat Abbott (holding trophy) and the School of Justice celebrate their Noble Games championship at the Simplii Financial Athletic Centre in Welland.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For second-year Paramedic student Piper Roberts of Burlington,\u202fparticipating\u202fin the Noble Games only deepened her sense of school spirit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">“This was the best event that I have ever been a part of,” said Roberts, who played for the\u202fStormguard\u202fSentinels and competed in the decisive ultimate frisbee match. “One of the\u202fgreat things\u202fabout Niagara College is how close you feel\u202fto\u202feverything. You know everyone and you have lots of people in your corner. And\u202fI think this event\u202fembodied those same values.\u202fWe’ve\u202fbeen able to build bonds and develop a strong but sportsmanlike rivalry with another program. It was a lot of fun.”<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While Abbott helped organize the event from the School of Justice side, first-year student Cody Gamble was the Paramedic program’s counterpart.\u202fGamble, a Niagara Falls native, reflected on how the Noble Games brought people together.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1598862\" style=\"width: 421px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1598862\" class=\" wp-image-1598862\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-Piper-Noble-and-Cody-e1776691600134-225x300.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"411\" height=\"548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-Piper-Noble-and-Cody-e1776691600134-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-Piper-Noble-and-Cody-e1776691600134-270x360.webp 270w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-Piper-Noble-and-Cody-e1776691600134-169x225.webp 169w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-Piper-Noble-and-Cody-e1776691600134-101x135.webp 101w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-Piper-Noble-and-Cody-e1776691600134-405x540.webp 405w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-Piper-Noble-and-Cody-e1776691600134.webp 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 411px) 100vw, 411px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1598862\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Piper Roberts, Noble the Knight (mascot) and Cody Gamble (left to right) pose with their Noble Games certificates at NC’s Welland Campus.<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">“The idea of college can be intimidating, but it’s opportunities like\u202fthis\u202fshow\u202fjust\u202fhow fun and exciting it can be,” said Gamble, who played on the Golden Shields. “This event allowed us to build social skills, become closer with classmates, and get more involved on campus. It started with us working together with strangers and ended with new friendships and friendly, joking rivalries.”<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For both Abbott and Gamble, a rematch is already in mind for next fall. While Roberts is set to graduate, she enjoyed the event so much that she plans to return to\u202fparticipate — or at least cheer on the next competition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With the overwhelming success of the event, Campus Recreation is already looking ahead to future Noble Games competitions, with potential to expand beyond athletic events.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How to\u202fparticipate\u202fin future Noble Games challenges:<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Any academic program can\u202fparticipate, and getting involved is simple. Challenges can be issued between academic programs (e.g., School of Trades vs. School of Technology), within programs (such as Year 1 vs. Year 2 or Sport Management vs. Sport Administration), or even between students and staff.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Each program should have between 15 (minimum) and 50 (maximum) participants and be prepared to compete in a series of sport-based activities over a two-to-three-hour\u202fperiod outside of class time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Faculty are encouraged to support the initiative by\u202fidentifying\u202fstudent leaders to help them coordinate team registration, promote participation within their programs, and attend or cheer on participants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For more information or to register a challenge, please contact Jenna Wilson at\u202f<\/span><a href=\"mailto:jewilson@niagaracollege.ca\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">jewilson@niagaracollege.ca<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Special thanks are extended to School of Justice & Fitness Simulated Lab Technician Shawn Black, Paramedic Program Manager JB Estrabillo, NCSAC Operations Manager Danny Cvetanovic, Library Facilitator Matt Bohun and Library & Learning Commons Technology Coordinator Dana O’Hagan for their support in helping make the event a success.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1598864\" style=\"width: 636px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1598864\" class=\" wp-image-1598864\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-2-300x200.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"626\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-2-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-2-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-2-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-2-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-2-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-2-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-2-810x540.webp 810w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Noble-Games-2.webp 825w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1598864\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Participants from the School of Justice prepare to play in the Noble Games at the Simplii Financial Athletic Centre in Welland.<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What started as a friendly challenge between programs evolved into a powerful display of school spirit as plastic swords and homemade shields decked the halls of Niagara College’s Simplii Financial Athletic Centre in Welland. 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