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On Sept. 23, Niagara College welcomed the Honourable Mike Harris, Ontario’s Minister of Natural Resources, and Dawn Gallagher Murphy, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Natural Resources, to the Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus as the Ontario government announced a $5-million investment to help protect the province’s lands, lakes and rivers from phragmites, one of Ontario’s most harmful invasive plants.<\/p>\n

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Minister Harris, PA Gallagher Murphy and President Kennedy with students from NC’s School of Environment and Horticulture.<\/p><\/div>\n

The funding will support 119 local recipients, including NC, which will use the funding to manage phragmites at both the Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake campuses. The initiative will help protect campus biodiversity and infrastructure while supporting proactive invasive species management.<\/p>\n

“Niagara College is proud to be a leader in advancing environmental stewardship and demonstrating our commitment through action, working alongside valued partners across Niagara,” said Niagara College President Sean Kennedy. “Education is an important tool in protecting our natural environment for the future. We are grateful to the province for recognizing the role colleges can play in demonstrating this collective responsibility and for supporting important conservation efforts through funding for our campus mitigation initiatives.”<\/p>\n

Following the announcement, Minister Harris joined President Kennedy and members of NC leadership for a tour showcasing the College’s innovative learning enterprises and its work in applied research, environmental stewardship and hands-on learning.<\/p>\n

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Scott Golem, Acting Associate Director of HESIC led Minister Harris through a tour of the research greenhouse.<\/p><\/div>\n

The tour began at the Horticultural and Environment Sciences Innovation Centre<\/a> (HESIC) and its research greenhouse, where Scott Golem, Acting Associate Director, explained how HESIC specializes in greenhouse and controlled-environment agriculture. Together researchers and students explore technologies and production practices that address real-world challenges facing the horticulture industry.<\/p>\n

Golem explained that the HESIC research greenhouse is designed to closely replicate a professional growing environment at a smaller, more controlled scale. This enables College researchers to test new technologies and production practices and generate validated data to help bridge the gap between concept and commercial success for growers.<\/p>\n

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The Honourable Mike Harris, Ontario’s Minister of Natural Resources (Left) and NCSAC President, Hish Clifford.<\/p><\/div>\n

The tour continued with Evan DiValentino, Dean, Business and Environment, who led Minister Harris through NC’s Teaching Greenhouse, a living lab for the School of Environment and Horticulture<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Teaching Greenhouse provides students with opportunities to apply classroom learning in a hands-on environment while gaining practical experience in horticulture, environmental stewardship and sustainable practices.<\/p>\n

The visit highlighted how Niagara College’s campuses serve not only as places of learning, but also as living laboratories where students, researchers and industry partners can contribute to solutions for environmental challenges.<\/p>\n

Niagara College was pleased to host Minister Harris and is grateful to the Government of Ontario for its support through this funding, which will help advance important invasive species management efforts across NC’s campuses.<\/p>\n

To read the Province of Ontario’s news release, click here.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Fore the Students: 24th Annual Niagara College Golf Classic raises more than $125,000 for athletic scholarships"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A record 185 golfers hit the links Tuesday at The Hawk Golf Club for the 2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/golfclassic\/\">Niagara College Golf Classic<\/a>, presented by CIBC.<\/p>\n<p>“Seeing so many golfers come out to support NC student-athletes is a great reflection of the strength of our donor community,” said Gord Arbeau, Vice President, External Relations. “The annual Golf Classic helps provide scholarship support to students as they work toward their credentials and compete as Knights.”<\/p>\n<p>The tournament raised over $125,000 for athletic scholarships and bursaries, pushing the event’s 24-year fundraising total past $1.1 million.<\/p>\n<p>For varsity athlete Keira Teske, that support has a direct impact.<\/p>\n<p>“Receiving a scholarship not only allows me to focus more fully on my academics and my athletics, but it is also a reminder that people are committed to investing in long-term successes for students like me,” said Teske.<\/p>\n<p>The second-year<a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/communityservices\/program\/ece-early-childhood-education\/\"> Early Childhood Education<\/a> student is a member of the Knights women’s varsity basketball team. During the school year, she balances classes and placements with two-hour practices five days a week, strength training twice a week and games during the season. She travels between the College’s Niagara-on-the-Lake and Welland campuses and works full-time for Niagara Parks during the summer to help support herself through the school year.<\/p>\n<p>“I work throughout the summer, right up until the new school year starts, and it makes me realize how valuable scholarships are. They help athletes ease the financial pressure during the season.”<\/p>\n<p>Funds raised through the Golf Classic will help establish new, and support existing, scholarships and bursaries for student-athletes representing NC in basketball (men’s and women’s), curling, golf, soccer (men’s and women’s), and volleyball (men’s and women’s).<\/p>\n<p>“Keira exemplifies the dedication and determination of the many Knights who benefit from these important scholarships,” said NC President Sean Kennedy. “By reducing financial barriers, scholarships help create opportunities for our student-athletes to thrive and achieve their academic, athletic, and personal goals at NC.”<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1682775\" style=\"width: 281px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1682775\" class=\"wp-image-1682775 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-3532.webp\" alt=\"A female student-athlete wearing a white long-sleeve Niagara Knights Basketball shirt speaks at a wooden podium, holding a microphone in front of a blue Niagara College backdrop.\" width=\"271\" height=\"406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-3532.webp 367w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-3532-200x300.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-3532-240x360.webp 240w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-3532-150x225.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-3532-90x135.webp 90w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-3532-360x540.webp 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1682775\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Keira Teske shared her NC experience with donors and golfers during the tournament dinner. “I want to thank everyone who supports student-athletes and makes opportunities like mine possible,” she said. “Your contributions support our athletic achievements, but more importantly, our personal growth and development.”<\/p><\/div>\n<p>For Teske, the Knights experience has given her plenty to take with her beyond basketball. Her first day at Niagara College felt overwhelming until she realized she had the Knights community behind her. Through basketball, she has developed new skills, built lasting friendships, and learned how to work through injuries and other challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Her coaches have become mentors, helping her recognize what she is capable of achieving.<\/p>\n<p>“Being a Knight has taught me about time management, leadership on and off the court, and how to stay resilient through injuries and through challenges,” said Teske. “I have built lifelong friendships through basketball because of shared experiences and time spent training together.”<\/p>\n<p>Teske plans to continue her education at Niagara University next year, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in teacher education.<\/p>\n<p>“I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to continue playing the sport I love while pursuing my education simultaneously,” said Teske. “It feels fulfilling that my dedication to being a student-athlete and training is being recognized.”<\/p>\n<p>Teske also makes time to give back, helping with fundraisers such as the Golf Classic and working with younger athletes who are developing their own skills.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1682734\" style=\"width: 835px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1682734\" class=\"wp-image-1682734 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1640.webp\" alt=\"A group of Niagara College Knights athletes and their mascot pose together on a golf course.\" width=\"825\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1640.webp 825w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1640-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1640-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1640-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1640-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1640-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1640-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1640-810x540.webp 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1682734\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Knights from NC’s men’s and women’s volleyball teams join their coach in giving back by volunteering at the golf tournament.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>NC’s Golf Classic provides all student-athletes an opportunity to connect with community members and contribute to the event. More than 35 students from various program and both campuses volunteered throughout the day, while members of NC’s varsity golf team challenged tournament participants in “Beat the Athlete” contests.<\/p>\n<p>“Having our Knights involved in the Golf Classic gives them an opportunity to use their skills in a different setting and to be part of a community event that directly supports them and their peers,” said Michele O’Keefe, Senior Director, Athletics & Student Engagement. “It’s also a chance for our athletes to meet the donors behind the support they receive throughout the year.”<\/p>\n<p>The day also gave golfers plenty of opportunities to compete, with players vying for the tournament title and a number of individual honours, including Most Honest Team, Longest Drive for men and women, Closest to the Keg for men and women, and the Putting Competition.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1682735\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-2599.webp\" alt=\"A woman in a golf outfit and a man in a blue golf shirt exchange a high-five on a putting green.\" width=\"273\" height=\"182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-2599.webp 825w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-2599-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-2599-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-2599-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-2599-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-2599-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-2599-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic-2599-810x540.webp 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 273px) 100vw, 273px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1682736\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1404.webp\" alt=\"A long row of black golf carts lined up on a paved path at a golf course with a Canadian flag waving in the background.\" width=\"273\" height=\"182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1404.webp 825w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1404-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1404-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1404-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1404-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1404-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1404-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260915_NC_Golf_Classic_NCC_1404-810x540.webp 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 273px) 100vw, 273px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-1682776\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/NCC_1634.webp\" alt=\"NC President Sean Kennedy and Knights mascot Noble give a thumbs-up while sitting side by side in a golf cart.\" width=\"273\" height=\"182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/NCC_1634.webp 825w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/NCC_1634-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/NCC_1634-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/NCC_1634-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/NCC_1634-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/NCC_1634-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/NCC_1634-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/NCC_1634-810x540.webp 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 273px) 100vw, 273px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>2026 Tournament Results<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tournament Winner: <\/strong>Vista Security & Investigations<\/p>\n<p><strong>Most Honest Team:<\/strong> \u00a0Global University Systems Canada<\/p>\n<p><strong>Longest Drive – Female: <\/strong>Melissa Stack<\/p>\n<p><strong>Longest Drive – Male:<\/strong> Jay Borelli<\/p>\n<p><strong>Closest to the Keg – Female:<\/strong> Melissa Stack<\/p>\n<p><strong>Closest to the Keg – Male:<\/strong> Brandon Large<\/p>\n<p><strong>Putting Competition:<\/strong> Robin Alakas, Aaron Jones<\/p>\n<p>The 2026 Niagara College Golf Classic was made possible through the support of sponsors, donors, golfers, and community partners who came together to support student-athletes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2026 Golf Classic Sponsors<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Presenting Sponsor:<\/strong> CIBC<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ace Sponsors:<\/strong> Rankin Construction, TD Insurance<\/p>\n<p><strong>Eagle Sponsors:<\/strong> Campus Living Centres, E.S. Fox Constructors Ltd., FirstOntario Credit Union, Hallex Engineering Ltd., Kraun Electric, Meridian<\/p>\n<p><strong>Birdie Sponsors: <\/strong>AOS, BorderPass, Canadian Tire Financial Services, Chartwells, Deloitte, Garland Canada, Global University Systems Canada, Hyatt Regency Fallsview, IMT, NC Student Administrative Council (NCSAC), PenFinancial Credit Union, City of Port Colborne, RBC, Scotiabank, Serianni Construction, TD Bank, Telcon Datvox, Vintage Hotels, Vista Security & Investigations<\/p>\n<p><strong>On Par Sponsors:<\/strong> HOPA Ports, City of Welland, The Printing House<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Mark your calendars for next year’s 25<sup>th<\/sup> anniversary<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In 2027, the Niagara College Golf Classic will celebrate its 25<sup>th<\/sup> anniversary. Departments across the College, including Athletics & Student Engagement, Community Relations & Events, and Development & Alumni Relations, are already working together again to plan an unforgettable NC experience for donors, golfers, sponsors, and participants. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/golfclassic\/\">More details coming soon<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In the meantime, relive the highlights from this year’s event by visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/golfclassic\/photos\/\">photo gallery<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Together campaign<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Making college education more accessible is a key priority of NC’s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/together\">Together<\/a> campaign, a multi-year, $50-million fundraising campaign focused on expanding opportunities for students and strengthening the communities they will serve as graduates. The campaign prioritizes scholarships and bursaries, as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/donate.niagaracollege.ca\/health-education-building\/\">addressing workforce shortages in healthcare<\/a> and the skilled trades, creating equitable and diverse learning environments, building cultural awareness and global competencies, and advancing research, creativity and innovation.<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about the Together campaign and how you can help expand access to a Niagara College education, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/together\">niagaracollege.ca\/together<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A record 185 golfers hit the links Tuesday at The Hawk Golf Club for the 2026 Niagara College Golf Classic, presented by CIBC. “Seeing so many golfers come out to support NC student-athletes is a great reflection of the strength of our donor community,” said Gord Arbeau, Vice President, External Relations. “The annual Golf Classic 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Dr. Sin\u00e9ad McElhone, Dean of Health Sciences, and Courtney Evers, Associate Dean, School of Nursing & Personal Support Worker Studies, highlighted the important role PSWs play in supporting individuals and communities and showcased the hands-on training students receive in NC’s state-of-the-art simulation labs, using industry-standard clinical tools and equipment.<\/p>\n<p>The tour also included NC’s Health Sciences Apartment, a simulated home environment that gives students the opportunity to learn how to provide care for aging individuals in their homes. Minister Quinn learned about research underway at the College, including an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/2026\/09\/16\/niagara-college-research-study-uses-aging-simulation-suits-to-help-builders-design-better-homes-for-older-adults\/\">aging study<\/a> that uses wearable aging simulation suits to help participants experience some of the sensory and mobility challenges associated with aging.<\/p>\n<p>The tour then moved to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/technology\/program\/defence-systems-engineering-technology\/\">Defence Systems Engineering Technology<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/technology\/program\/defence-systems-engineering-technician\/\">Defence Systems Engineering Technician<\/a> labs. Duane Bender, Dean, Media, Trades and Technology, and Professor Alexander McGlashan spoke about the new programs and the first cohort of students, who began their studies this September.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1682402\" style=\"width: 606px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1682402\" class=\" wp-image-1682402\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260921_Minister_Quinn_Welland_NCC_7074-300x200.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"596\" height=\"397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260921_Minister_Quinn_Welland_NCC_7074-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260921_Minister_Quinn_Welland_NCC_7074-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260921_Minister_Quinn_Welland_NCC_7074-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260921_Minister_Quinn_Welland_NCC_7074-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260921_Minister_Quinn_Welland_NCC_7074-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260921_Minister_Quinn_Welland_NCC_7074-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260921_Minister_Quinn_Welland_NCC_7074-810x540.webp 810w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260921_Minister_Quinn_Welland_NCC_7074.webp 825w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1682402\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Minister Quinn visits NC’s Defence Systems Engineering Technology and Defence Systems Engineering Technician labs.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Developed in direct response to government priorities and labour market needs, the new two- and three-year programs provide students with hands-on learning opportunities in defence systems engineering. In the labs, Bender highlighted the practical training students will receive, as well as the two-decade foundation of photonics education at Niagara College that helped establish the foundation for the new programs.<\/p>\n<p>The tour continued to NC’s Paramedic labs, where Paramedic Program Manager JB Estrabillo highlighted the College’s role as a key provider of paramedic education for the Niagara Region and Hamilton. He also spoke about the growth of the program and the College’s work to help address the growing demand for skilled paramedics.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1682405\" style=\"width: 399px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1682405\" class=\" wp-image-1682405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/Visit-300x200.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"389\" height=\"259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/Visit-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/Visit-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/Visit-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/Visit-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/Visit-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/Visit-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/Visit-810x540.webp 810w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/Visit.webp 825w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 389px) 100vw, 389px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1682405\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">NC is a key provider of paramedic education for the Niagara Region and Hamilton.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Minister Quinn met with Paramedic students, who demonstrated some of the first responder skills they have been developing through their hands-on training.<\/p>\n<p>The visit also included a stop outside the construction site of NC’s new <a href=\"https:\/\/donate.niagaracollege.ca\/health-education-building\/\">Health Education building<\/a>. President Kennedy highlighted how the 75,000-square-foot mass timber facility will help double enrolment in health programs, supporting the development of the skilled health-care workforce needed in Niagara and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>Minister Quinn’s visit coincided with the provincial government’s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/2026\/09\/21\/a-message-from-president-kennedy-priority-growth-fund-update\/\">announcement of the results of Niagara College’s Priority Growth Fund application<\/a>. 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But for the latest crop of students from NC’s Winery and Viticulture Technician program, the messy, high-energy grape stomp was the perfect kickoff to their applied learning journey.<\/p>\n<p>“I never pictured this at all, but I’m so glad we’re doing it,” she said. “It’s so much fun and will be part of so many new experiences for us in the program.”<\/p>\n<p>This hands-on – and feet on – lesson is just one of the “only at NC” experiences that await the College’s wine students. With Canada’s first and only commercial Teaching Winery right on campus, time-honoured industry traditions like the grape stomp – as well as the Icewine harvest – have become annual rites of passage for NC <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/winebeerspirits\/program\/winery-viticulture-technician\/\">Winery and Viticulture Technician<\/a> students.<\/p>\n<p>On the morning of September 21, Geberdt and her classmates of first-year Winery and Viticulture Technician students leapt into the annual grape stomp.<\/p>\n<p>After picking fresh fruit directly from the campus vines, the students kicked off their shoes, divided into teams, and dove into the fun competition to see which team could yield the most juice. During the relay-style event, teams were provided with equal 40 to 50 kilograms of freshly picked grapes. Students took turns leaping into large bins to stomp the fruit as fast as they could to extract every possible drop before the clock ran out and the final juice-to-fruit yield was measured. 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vineyard and get their feet dirty in the service of a hilariously competitive old school winemaking activity.”<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the fun, the grape stomp imparts essential lessons in fruit ripeness, quality and ambient microbiology.<\/p>\n<p>“Fundamentally, we are allowing the sugars and other components in the grape to interact with wild yeasts that inhabit grape skins and cellular environments,” said Robertson, who noted that the dynamics haven’t changed in over 8,000 years.<\/p>\n<p>Head Winemaker Allison Findlay echoed this sentiment and added that this physical approach is the perfect baseline for newcomers.<\/p>\n<p>“We’re introducing them to winemaking from the very bottom, with no intervention – no stainless steel, no picking mechanisms – in order to show students what it used to be like the ancient way,” said Findlay. “Then we show students the interventions used these days to produce high quality wines.”<\/p>\n<p>For the students, the physical reality of traditional crushing brought some unexpected surprises.<\/p>\n<p>“It was a lot colder than I expected and it was a very odd texture,” said first-year student Isabella Gerberdt. “It was kind of squishy, but kind of like stepping on Orbeez.”<\/p>\n<p>The chillier temperature they experienced was a result of an abrupt drop from unseasonably warm conditions earlier in the month. Robertson noted that extreme rain events and variable weather resulted in mixed levels of ripeness in the vineyard this year and encouraged students to forage a complex mix of varieties.<\/p>\n<p>“The resulting wines should be truly unique and interesting and quite different from more traditional single varietal or blended wines,” he said.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the playful nature of the class, student students took in the serious academic value behind it.<\/p>\n<p>“I decided to go into this program because it’s a very applicable science,” said Geberdt. “There are a lot of sciences that are involved in winemaking including earth sciences, geology, biology, and chemistry.”<\/p>\n<p>Matthew Brohman, who is taking the program while already working in production at Tawse and Redstone wineries found the relay-style grape stomp to be a serious workout.<\/p>\n<p>“I was the last person in my group so there was a lot of pressure on me. I went really fast,” he said. “I wasn’t expecting how much it would wind me, but it was fun squishing all the little corners and nooks and crannies.”<\/p>\n<p>For student Nick Wuhlar, the challenge highlighted exactly why modern winemaking equipment is so valuable today.<\/p>\n<p>“I expected them to crush more easily. Instead, when you step on a full grape… it kind of just moved out of the way rather than actually squishing,” Wuhlar said. “Making quality wine without all of the technology that we have today would have been really difficult.”<\/p>\n<p>This year’s grape stomp featured the closest competition in the event’s history, with Group D producing the highest juice-to-fruit yield ratio at 54.09%. Robertson noted that a simple lesson is baked into this exhausting process: modern wine presses yield 65-75% with much less sweating required, along with the ability to press several metric tons of fruit an hour.<\/p>\n<p>With the juice now collected, the real-world experiential learning is just beginning. Students will conduct chemical analysis on their foot stomped juice and monitor the natural fermentation process daily – including on the weekends. 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Earlier this year, United Way Niagara became part of the newly formed United Way Golden Horseshoe, bringing together United Ways across the region under a new name while maintaining a focus on local impact. 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represents NC on global stage at Young Diplomats Forum in Beijing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Niagara College Broadcasting – Radio, Television and Film (BRTF) student Peter Almounauar represented NC on the global stage this summer as a participant in the 2026 Young Diplomats Forum (YDF) in Beijing, China.<\/p>\n<p>Almounauar, who serves as Director of Media on the 2026-27 Niagara College Student Administrative Council (NCSAC) Board of Directors and as the 2026-27 Student Governor on NC’s Board of Governors, was the only Canadian college student in Canada selected to participate in the forum.<\/p>\n<p>Held from August 24 to 28, the Young Diplomats Forum brought together more than 40 university students, recent graduates and young leaders from around the world for an immersive program focused on diplomacy, international relations, policy, technology and global collaboration.<\/p>\n<p>“Being the only college student among a group of 40-plus people, which was largely made up of university students and recent graduates or professionals, made the experience meaningful,” said Almounauar. “I was proud to represent Niagara College and bring a Canadian perspective, as well as a college student perspective, to the discussions and conversations.”<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Learning through a global lens<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>As a BRTF student, Almounauar entered the forum with a different academic background than many of his fellow participants, whose studies and careers were more directly connected to international affairs, government, law, economics and diplomacy.<\/p>\n<p>For Almounauar, that difference became an opportunity to step outside his comfort zone, contribute a unique perspective and discover connections between his own studies and international affairs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-1682326 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/09\/20260826_022452457_iOS.webp\" alt=\"\" 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Almounauar said speaking directly with professionals working in diplomacy gave him a new understanding of international relations and the different perspectives countries bring to complex global issues.<\/p>\n<p>Among the program highlights was a visit to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where participants learned about the country’s approach to foreign policy and international relations.<\/p>\n<p>“I learned that diplomacy is not only about governments and officials,” said Almounauar. “It is also about people, relationships, friendship, development, communication and understanding different perspectives and opinions.”<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Exploring technology and global policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Technology and artificial intelligence were also key areas of discussion during the forum. A session at ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, explored the influence technology can have on communication, society and international affairs.<\/p>\n<p>With his background in broadcasting, Almounauar found the discussions relevant to his studies and future career.<\/p>\n<p>“Technology and communication are already a major part of my field and study,” he said. “Seeing this information from an international perspective helped me understand how technology is not only a tool for media, but can also influence international relationships, economics and policy.”<\/p>\n<p>Almounauar also worked with an international team to research, develop and present a policy proposal titled <em>A Unified Framework for Cross-Border Data Protection<\/em>. The project explored the challenges created by the lack of a consistent global approach to data protection and cross-border data flows and proposed a principles-based international framework.<\/p>\n<p>Working alongside participants from different countries challenged the group to bring together different experiences and approaches to problem-solving.<\/p>\n<p>“That was also what made the project valuable,” said Almounauar. “We were able to bring our different perspectives together and create something that we were proud to present and share.”<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Building confidence and global connections<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Beyond the formal sessions, Almounauar said some of the most meaningful aspects of the experience came from the relationships he formed with fellow participants.<\/p>\n<p>A visit to the Great Wall of China offered an opportunity for participants to experience the country’s culture together and strengthen connections developed throughout the week. 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His previous studies in the Customs and Border Services program provided knowledge relevant to international affairs, while his Broadcasting studies have strengthened his communication, storytelling and creative skills. His involvement in student leadership with NCSAC has also helped build the confidence to represent NC beyond the College.<\/p>\n<p>Almounauar expressed his gratitude to Niagara College, Be World Ready and NCSAC for supporting his participation in the forum and helping create opportunities for students to learn beyond the classroom.<\/p>\n<p>“The Young Diplomats Forum, Be World Ready, NCSAC and NC showed me the value of taking a chance on an opportunity outside of my field that can help me grow,” he said. “I hope I can bring what I learned from Beijing back to NC and encourage other students to take advantage of opportunities both inside and outside Canada.”<\/p>\n<p>His advice to fellow students is to put yourself forward, even when an opportunity may seem outside your comfort zone.<\/p>\n<p>“The worst they can say is no, but at least you tried,” he said. “You never know where one opportunity can lead you. 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The specific role, level of effort, delivery format and any travel requirements would be confirmed during project planning.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><u>What employees should expect<\/u><\/strong><u>: <\/u><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Submission of an expression of interest (EOI) indicates interest and does not guarantee roster qualification, inclusion in the proposal or a future assignment.<\/li>\n<li>NC’s Global Education Projects team will contact an applicant before including their Curriculum Vitae (CV) or identifying them as a proposed expert in an external submission.<\/li>\n<li>If NC is awarded the project, potential assignments will be discussed with shortlisted employees and their leaders before any commitment is finalized.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong><u>Next steps:<\/u><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Interested NC employees are invited to submit their EOI application by <strong>end of day Wednesday, September 30, 2026<\/strong>. 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Niagara College’s comprehensive submission focused on areas of high student and employer demand, and leveraged our strong relationships with employers, industry, community organizations, Indigenous partners, and other postsecondary institutions. It was very well received as reflected in the allocation announced by the Province today.<\/p>\n<p>Over the next three years, Niagara College will receive up to $23 million to fund 1,021 new seats in 33 programs, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>346 in health programs<\/li>\n<li>263 in skilled trades programs<\/li>\n<li>230 in STEM programs<\/li>\n<li>182 in education programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The additional growth funding announced for Niagara College today is a clear recognition of the quality of Niagara College programs, and of the important role that we play in building a highly-skilled workforce that fuels economic growth. The government’s investment in NC through the Priority Growth Fund strengthens our capacity to prepare workforce-ready graduates through work-integrated learning, exceptional teaching, student supports, and strong connections with community and industry.<\/p>\n<p>As we continue to receive information from the Province, we will evaluate the impact of this announcement on our current and future budgets. We do know that, when combined with the funding formula changes announced by the Province in February, 2026, it will contribute positively to our efforts to achieve and sustain financial stability.<\/p>\n<p>As we receive further details related to our Priority Growth Fund allotment, the information will be incorporated into our annual enrolment planning that is conducted within program areas and across the College.<\/p>\n<p>Our successful Priority Growth Fund application submission was a cross-college effort, and was developed through collaboration with, and input from, teams across NC. 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