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Since 2012, Niagara College has participated in water monitoring across the campus. Students follow a standardized protocol which enables the collection of long-term data to help identify problem areas and support accurate remediation plans. Water monitoring provides a snapshot of water conditions at a specific time. To gain a longer-term picture of aquatic ecosystem health, Niagara College’s Daniel J. Patterson (DJP) Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL) initiated benthic macroinvertebrate sampling in 2026 as an addition to the Water Monitoring report. The objective of this survey was to generate additional data to support watershed health assessments and contribute to ongoing environmental analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are Benthic Macroinvertebrates?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Benthic macroinvertebrates are organisms that live in or on the sediment of aquatic environments and are widely used as biological indicators for watershed health. Different taxa exhibit varying levels of tolerance to pollution, making benthic communities useful for evaluating water and habitat conditions. The survey collected information on indicators including pollution tolerance and habitat disturbance. Taxonomic richness can decline in response to ecological alteration, habitat loss, pesticides and fertilizers, disruption of energy cycles and invasive species.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t

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Sampling Locations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Benthic samples are collected one to two times per month from mid spring through late summer to capture seasonal variation in benthic communities. Three sites are assessed at the DJP Campus:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Niagara College Lagoons<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2.  Six Mile Creek<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3.  Vineyard Pond<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t
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    Pollution Tolerance Index (PTI)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The Pollution Tolerance Index (PTI) is a tool used to assess aquatic habitat conditions based on the pollution tolerance of the macroinvertebrates collected. Each taxon is assigned a tolerance value. The abundance of individuals within each taxon is multiplied by its tolerance value to produce a weighted score. The weighted scores are then combined and divided by the total number of individuals sampled to calculate the overall PTI.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t

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    Why does Pollution Tolerance matter?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Intolerant organisms are generally associated with cleaner water conditions, while tolerant organisms can persist under more degraded conditions. Examining the community as a whole provides biological information that complements physical and chemical water measurements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The three groups based on Tolerance are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tolerance Group<\/strong><\/td>Pollution sensitivity<\/strong><\/td>General interpretation<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Group I<\/strong><\/td>Sensitive to pollution<\/td>Good quality water<\/td><\/tr>
    Group II<\/strong><\/td>Somewhat sensitive to pollution<\/td>Fair quality water<\/td><\/tr>
    Group III<\/strong><\/td>Tolerant to pollution<\/td>Poor quality water<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Calculating the stream rating<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    The tolerance weighting of each taxon is used to calculate the overall PTI score. Comparing PTI values among sampling dates and locations helps identify changes in the biological condition of the monitored waterbodies and provides a baseline for future monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2026 Monitoring Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Results from the 2026 monitoring period showed variation among the three sampling locations and between sampling dates. The final sampling results provide a useful snapshot of the benthic communities present at each site<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Site<\/strong><\/td>Final PTI<\/strong><\/td>Classification<\/strong><\/td>Final sample<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
    Vineyard Pond<\/strong><\/td>26<\/td>Excellent<\/td>7 individuals; 2 taxa<\/td><\/tr>
    Niagara College Lagoons<\/strong><\/td>5<\/td>Bad<\/td>7 individuals; 2 taxa<\/td><\/tr>
    Six Mile Creek<\/strong><\/td>12<\/td>Fair<\/td>15 individuals; 4 taxa<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    The Vineyard pond sampling location recorded the highest final PTI score and an excellent classification, while the Niagara College Lagoons recorded the lowest score that resulted in a Bad classification. Six Mile Creek fell between the two sites with a Fair classification. Because the final samples varied in abundance and taxonomic richness, the PTI results should be interpreted alongside repeated sampling and other water-quality measurements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why long term monitoring matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t
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    Changes in benthic communities can reflect changes in water and habitat conditions that may not be captured by a single water quality measurement. Continued standardized sampling allows Niagara College to compare conditions across seasons and years, identify emerging changes and build a stronger baseline for future watershed health assessments and remediation planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Results and data can be requested through the Sustainability office by e-mailing sustainability@niagaracollege.ca<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Since 2012, Niagara College has participated in water monitoring across the campus. Students follow a standardized protocol which enables the collection of long-term data to help identify problem areas and support accurate remediation plans. Water monitoring provides a snapshot of water conditions at a specific time. 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This type of soil has moderate to high capacities for holding water and retaining nutrients. The quaternary geology of the soil of Daniel J. Patterson campus here in Niagara-on-the-Lake is glaciolacustrine deeper water clay and silt.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/07\/IMG_7093.jpg\" alt=\"Students determining soil type based on colour matching\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What we do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Niagara College is dedicated to monitoring and analyzing multiple environmental factors at the Daniel J. Patterson campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Water monitoring is performed on campus in order to ensure that all water systems on campus are maintained and that the watershed health is stable for the ecosystem. Soil samples are collected from areas close to water monitoring sites here on campus. Performing analysis on soil samples near the water monitoring sites can help assess the impacts of land use on these aquatic ecosystems. By following assessment of physical and chemical properties, soils can be determined to be within government guidelines and demonstrate how well the soil is able to hold and filter contaminants.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/07\/IMG_7112.jpg\" alt=\"Students soil coring by the wetlands\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<p>Through these activities, Niagara College not only contributes to environmental sustainability but also enriches its academic offerings by providing students with valuable experimental learning opportunities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What we record<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>pH: <\/strong>Measuring pH indicates the acidity or alkalinity of the soil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conductivity:<\/strong> Measures the soil\u2019s ability to conduct electrical current (EC).  This is an indicator of soluble salt concentration, soil moisture, and nutrient availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Soil Texture: <\/strong>Determines the proportions of sand, clay, and silt.  Determines how well the soil can retain\/filter water, nutrients, contaminants, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nutrients:<\/strong> Determining the levels of chloride, phosphorus, and nitrate in soil near water bodies is crucial as these chemical compounds serve as primary indicators of nutrient pollution and waterway contamination.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/07\/SoilsNITRATE.jpg\" alt=\"Soil samples being tested for Nitrate\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What we measure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ultrameter: <\/strong>This instrument is used to measure conductivity and pH levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Soil Extraction: <\/strong>This method allows for nutrients to be chemically dissolved and isolated from the soil sample to be measured. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Texture by Feel: <\/strong>This method allows for estimating the proportions of silt, sand, and clay in the soil. This helps with determining water and nutrient retention, drainage, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Spectrophotometer: <\/strong>This instrument measures how much light a sample absorbs or transmits.<strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/07\/NITRATE_SPEC.jpg\" alt=\"Soil samples being set up for the HACH method to determine nitrates\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Range<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/07\/IMG_7165.jpg\" alt=\"Students determining soil type by touch and feel methods\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<p>Comparing measurements to Ontario and Canadian guidelines ensures that Niagara College meets regulatory requirements. Provided below are links to Ontario and Canadian guidelines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/page\/soil-ground-water-and-sediment-standards-use-under-part-xv1-environmental-protection-act\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Soil, ground water and sediment standards for use under Part XV.1 of the Environmental Protection Act | ontario.ca<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sis.agr.gc.ca\/cansis\/publications\/surveys\/on\/on60\/on60-v1_report.pdf\">https:\/\/sis.agr.gc.ca\/cansis\/publications\/surveys\/on\/on60\/on60-v1_report.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/page\/soil-management-fertilizer-use-crop-nutrition-and-cover-crops-fruit-production#section-4\">https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/page\/soil-management-fertilizer-use-crop-nutrition-and-cover-crops-fruit-production#section-4<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Soil monitoring should be done every 3 to 5 years as it allows for accurate remediation action to take place and ensure continued health and stability here at Niagara College. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Opportunities<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions or would like more information, please e-mail <a href=\"mailto:sustainability@niagaracollege.ca\">sustainability@niagaracollege.ca<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Niagara soil is generally thick and ranges from clay loam to clay. The soil is poorly drained and moderately to slowly permeable. 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One of the species present is the snapping turtle! For more information on turtles and the work Niagara College is doing with them, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/turtle-monitoring\/\">turtle monitoring website<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In early June, our resident snapping turtles make their way out of the wetlands and onto land to lay their eggs. Staff and students in the Office of Sustainability come in frequent contact with these species, and are asking for your help in naming two of the turtles!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This contest runs until July 1st, where the winners will be contact at the provided Niagara College e-mail address. 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SP ensures that buyers obtain the best value for money when purchasing more sustainable goods and services from more sustainable suppliers, to support Niagara College’s strategic goals. It is a broad umbrella term under which most sustainability issues that relate to procurement can be nested, including environmental, social, Indigenous and ethical considerations. Sustainable Procurement is a strategic priority at Niagara College, as outlined in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainabilityplan\/\">2024-2029 Niagara College Sustainability Plan<\/a>, and the resources in this toolkit will help us put it into action. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toolkit Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The toolkit resources below have been prepared in collaboration between Reeves Consulting, the Ontario College Procurement Management Association, member institutions and Niagara College. These resources are intended to provide additional guidance to help make your purchasing activities more sustainable, but do not supersede regulations, trade agreements or Niagara College policies and procedures. If you have specific questions about the resources or require additional guidance, please contact <a href=\"mailto:purchasing@niagaracollege.ca\">purchasing@niagaracollege.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n <div id=\"accordion_1875952904474469\" class=\"js-accordion animated-accordion accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"animated-accordion\">\r\n\r\n \r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\" data-accordion-opened=\"true\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">Sustainability Tip Sheets for Low-Value Purchases <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <p>This series of modular tip-sheets contains helpful information, leading questions, and certifications to look out for to support you with considering sustainability when making low-value direct award, single source, and credit card purchases. You can access them all in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainability-Tip-Sheets-for-Low-Value-Purchases-1.pdf\">NC Sustainability Tip Sheets for Low-Value Purchases<\/a> or the individual tip sheets below:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainable-Procurement-Toolkit-Tip-Sheet-1-Sustainable-Procurement-101.pdf\">Tip Sheet #1: Sustainable Procurement 101<\/a>:<\/strong> A definition for \u2018sustainable procurement\u2019 and context for why its important to Niagara College.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainable-Procurement-Toolkit-Tip-Sheet-2-Questions-to-Ask-Yourself-Before-You-Buy.pdf\">Tip Sheet #2: Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Buy<\/a><\/strong>: Questions to ask yourself before making a purchase to reduce overall consumption.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainable-Procurement-Toolkit-Tip-Sheet-3-Tips-for-Quick-Market-Research-on-Sustainability.pdf\">Tip Sheet #3: Tips for Quick Market Research<\/a><\/strong>: Questions and tips for online research to learn more about the impacts of your purchase.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainable-Procurement-Toolkit-Tip-Sheet-4-Tips-for-Making-More-Sustainable-Credit-Card-Purchases.pdf\">Tip Sheet #4: Tips for Making More Sustainable Credit Card Purchases<\/a><\/strong>: Five things to look for when making purchases with your corporate credit card.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainable-Procurement-Toolkit-Tip-Sheet-5-Tips-to-Incorporate-Sustainability-into-Sole-Source-and-Invitational-Competitive.pdf\">Tip Sheet #5: Tips to Incorporate Sustainability into Sole Source and Invitational Competitive<\/a><\/strong>: Five things to consider when tendering or asking for quotes.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainable-Procurement-Toolkit-Tip-Sheet-6-Third-Party-Certifications-for-More-Sustainable-Suppliers.pdf\">Tip Sheet #6: Third Party Certifications for More Sustainable Suppliers<\/a><\/strong>: Standards that indicate more sustainable suppliers and service providers.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainable-Procurement-Toolkit-Tip-Sheet-7-Third-Party-Certifications-for-Products-\u2013-Look-for-the-Eco-label.pdf\">Tip Sheet #7: Third Party Certifications for Products<\/a><\/strong>: Look for the Eco-label: Eco-logos and certifications to help indicate more sustainable products.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\" data-accordion-opened=\"true\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">Eco-Label Guide <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainable-Procurement-Eco-Label-Guide.pdf\">Niagara College Sustainable Procurement: Eco-Label Guide<\/a> provides information on eco-labels, types of product eco-labels, examples of eco-labels, and eco-labels and certifications for suppliers. Eco-labels, or certifications, provide information about the environmental, social, or ethical impacts associated with the production or use of a product or service. They help verify that a product meets or exceeds a specific set of standards. When purchasing goods and services, eco-labels provide detailed specifications to request from suppliers during competitive bids or to look for when making quick decisions on products or suppliers for low value and invitational competitive purchasing.<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\" data-accordion-opened=\"true\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">Quick Guide for Sustainable Goods, Services and Suppliers <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/03\/NC-Sustainable-Procurement-Quick-Guide-for-Sustainable-Goods-Services-and-Suppliers.pdf\">Niagara College Quick Guide for Sustainable Goods, Services and Suppliers<\/a> helps to build an understanding by providing an overview of how to think about sustainability for goods, services, and suppliers, relevant for any type of purchasing. It also supports the invitational competitive procurement process by providing a checklist of the most key sustainability attributes to look for and that can be quickly referenced to incorporate into Tenders and Requests for Quotes. Almost everything that we purchase has an opportunity to be more sustainable and this Guide can help you do that.<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regulatory Compliance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Implementing sustainable procurement practices also supports Niagara College’s provincial and federal regulatory compliance as a public institution in Ontario. <\/p>\n\n\n\r\n <div id=\"accordion_1875952904475544\" class=\"js-accordion animated-accordion accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"animated-accordion\">\r\n\r\n \r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\" data-accordion-opened=\"true\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">Buy Ontario Act, 2025 <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <p class=\"section\">As a Public institution in Ontario, Niagara College is required to comply with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/laws\/statute\/s25027#BK4\">Buy Ontario Act, 2025<\/a>. The purpose of this Act is to establish a framework for regulating procurement within the public sector in order to:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Transform public sector procurement practices on the basis of principles of integrity and value-for-money and with an aim to supporting economic development and supply chain resilience; and<\/li>\n<li>Leverage public sector procurement as a means of promoting, protecting and building Ontario\u2019s economy and businesses and safeguarding its supply chain.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\" data-accordion-opened=\"true\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">Ontario Blue Box <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <p>As a public institution in Ontario, Niagara College is required to comply with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/laws\/regulation\/r21391\">Ontario Blue Box regulation (O.Reg. 391\/21)<\/a>. The purpose of this regulation is to establish a full producer responsibility framework for paper, packaging, and packaging\u2011like products supplied into Ontario. Key features of the regulation includes:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Shifting responsibility from municipalities to producers<\/li>\n<li>Standardizing what materials are collected<\/li>\n<li>Establishing requirements for proper management of collected materials<\/li>\n<li>Strengthening oversight, reporting, and transparency<\/li>\n<li>Supporting education and promotion<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>For more information about annual reporting, please visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/ontario-blue-box-regulation-and-rpra\/\">NC Ontario Blue Box Reporting<\/a> website.<\/p>\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__panel\" data-accordion-opened=\"true\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\n <div class=\"js-accordion__header\">Federal Plastics Registry <i class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i><\/div>\r\n <div>\r\n <p>As a public institution in Ontario, Niagara College is required to comply with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/environment-climate-change\/services\/managing-reducing-waste\/reduce-plastic-waste\/federal-plastics-registry.html\">Federal Plastics Registry<\/a>. The purpose of this regulation is to Track plastic across its full life cycle by collecting standardized data on plastics from manufacture to end\u2011of\u2011life, enabling Canada to monitor how plastic flows through the economy. Key features of the regulation includes:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Improve transparency and evidence\u2011based decision\u2011making<\/li>\n<li>Identify opportunities to reduce plastic waste and pollution<\/li>\n<li>Support national alignment on extended producer responsibility<\/li>\n<li>Monitor progress toward zero plastic waste goals<\/li>\n<li>Provide accessible data for innovators, decision\u2011makers, and the public<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sustainable Procurement Working Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sustainable Procurement Working Group is comprised of representatives appointed by their respective Vice Presidents to represent each division. The purpose of this working group is to identify risks and opportunities related to sustainable procurement at Niagara College, working collaboratively across internal divisions and departments to create a Niagara College-specific approach to prioritizing financial efficiency, regulatory compliance, sustainability, social inclusion and brand reputation. This working group is also responsible for sharing information from the group, for example updated procurement policies, to their division, as well as to bring information, feedback and questions back to the group. For more information on the working group itself or to find out who your divisional representative is, please contact <a href=\"mailto:sustainability@niagaracollege.ca\">sustainability@niagaracollege.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NC Connection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Niagara College has policies, procedures and plans that support sustainable procurement on campus, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/policies\/view\/finances-and-purchasing\/procurement\/\">Niagara College Purchasing Policy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Niagara College Purchasing Procedure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainabilityplan\/\">Niagara College Sustainability Plan<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/strategicplan\/\">Niagara College Strategic Plan<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Sustainable procurement (SP) embeds relevant sustainability considerations into processes for selecting goods and services, alongside traditional considerations like price, quality, service, and technical specifications. 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NC is dedicated to leadership on climate action through the goals of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainabilityplan\/\">2024-2029 Sustainability Plan<\/a>, with energy management being a key priority area. Niagara College has set clear goals for campus-based energy consumption, and everyone can contribute. The energy initiatives support national and sector-wide goals for carbon reduction, aiming for net zero by 2050, which will ensure a more sustainable and prosperous future for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Energy Conservation and Demand Management Plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Niagara College is required to comply with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/laws\/regulation\/r23025\">Ontario Regulation 25\/23: Broader Public Sector: Energy Reporting and Conservation and Demand Management Plans<\/a>. Institutions reporting under this regulation will be able to provide meaningful information to the Ministry of Energy about the way energy is being utilized. This information can help the Ministry to benchmark Ontario institutions, make comparisons and develop conservation initiatives Broader Public Sector Organizations can adopt. Organizations are required to report on their electricity, propane, fuel oil, natural gas and district energy use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The annual data submissions and reports are available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/reporting\/legislative\/\">here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"pgc-sgb-cb wp-block-pgcsimplygalleryblock-grid \" data-gallery-id=\"b4512436\"><div class=\"sgb-preloader\" id=\"pr_b4512436\">\n\t<div class=\"sgb-square\" style=\"background:#d4d4d4\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"sgb-square\" style=\"background:#d4d4d4\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"sgb-square\" style=\"background:#d4d4d4\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"sgb-square\" style=\"background:#d4d4d4\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"simply-gallery-amp pgc_sgb_slider \"><noscript><div class=\"sgb-gallery\"><div class=\"sgb-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/energy-management\/niagara-college-aerial-view\/\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"175\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/02\/Solar-panels-on-the-roof-of-Voyageur-1-300x175.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/02\/Solar-panels-on-the-roof-of-Voyageur-1-300x175.jpg 300w,https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/02\/Solar-panels-on-the-roof-of-Voyageur-1.jpg 636w\" sizes=\"250px\"\/><\/a><div class=\"sgb-item-caption\"><em>Aerial view of Niagara College solar panels<\/em><\/div><\/div><div class=\"sgb-item\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/energy-management\/ig-1075\/\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/02\/IG-1075-200x300.jpg\" 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From there, the information is used to collectively determine quick wins (low cost\/effort), and to explore processes, controls and solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/td><td><strong>Type of waste<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Examples of Opportunities<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Definition<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">1.<\/td><td>Unnecessary Running or Idling<\/td><td>-Equipment and lights on during non-operating periods.<br>-Running pumps or conveyors during idle periods.<\/td><td>During non-operating periods, leaving equipment, motors, conveyors, lights, etc. turned on waste energy, especially during longer periods of inactivity, such as nights and weekends.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">2.<\/td><td>Leaks<\/td><td>-Compressed air leaks, uninsulated steam pipes, water valve leaks, broken duct work.<\/td><td>When something\u2019s leaking, there\u2019s waste, whether it be water, steam, heat, or air (and especially compressed air!)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">3.<\/td><td>Friction Loss<\/td><td>-Clogged filters, obstructed blower discharge, restricted flow due to damper settings, dirty heat and cold transfer services.<\/td><td>Friction cannot be eliminated, but it can be reduced. Energy waste due to friction loss happens when there are unnecessarily restrictive nozzles or filters, too many bends in a pipe, fouling on surfaces, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">4.<\/td><td>Sub-optimal Efficiency<\/td><td>-Replace existing equipment with higher efficiency models.<br>-Ensure proper installation of equipment and set to run at peak efficiency.<\/td><td>Sub-optimal efficiency includes poorly chosen equipment that has a clearly more efficient alternative. In less extreme cases it can also include equipment that is poorly commissioned, and equipment losing energy to wear, misalignment, or poor maintenance. Sub-optimal systems could be better, but they\u2019re not.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">5.<\/td><td>Malfunctions<\/td><td>-Broken or stuck actuators, valves, and switches.<br>-Malfunction\/broken equipment.<br>-Bearing failure.<br>-Broken or uncalibrated sensors and gauges.<\/td><td>Broken and poorly-functioning equipment wastes energy. If equipment is producing excessive heat, vibration, or noise, it\u2019s likely that there\u2019s a malfunction as these are all forms of energy being wasted from the system, rather than working for the system.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">6.<\/td><td>System Imbalance<\/td><td>-Improper set points (overrides, bypass\/manual mode)<br>-Simultaneous heating and cooling.<br>-Improperly programmed controls.<br>-Excessive water spillage.<\/td><td>Systems that are not drawing the right amount of energy for the function they\u2019re delivering are imbalanced. Some examples of imbalance include oversizing of motors and other equipment, running at a constant rate despite varying demand, and poorly configured (or permanently overridden) controls.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">7.<\/td><td>Misapplication<\/td><td>-Improperly sized or ill-suited equipment.<br>-Compressed air used for open blowing, power tools, hand-held blowguns, vacuum generation.<br>-Compressed air used for personnel cooling.<\/td><td>Systems that have less expensive and more appropriate options available are typically wasting energy (along with money). Misapplication is using the wrong, and usually more energy-intensive, tool for the job. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">8.<\/td><td>Underutilization<\/td><td>-Downtime, last minute changes, rush orders, running below peak efficiency, bottlenecks.<br>-Processes running below optimal capacity.<\/td><td>Most systems have a rate of work that makes sense for efficient and sustainable productivity. When equipment is used sporadically on account of rushed orders and scheduling changes, the disruptive flow of operations tends to reduce overall efficiency and causes energy waste.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">9.<\/td><td>Traditional Lean Waste<\/td><td>-Excessive material handling and excessive scrap or rework.<br>-Unnecessary waiting.<br>-Product over-processing.<\/td><td>Lean operation reduces many of the examples of waste listed (left), which, in turn, saves not only time and materials, but also energy.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To schedule an energy hunt, email <a href=\"mailto:energy@niagaracollege.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">energy@niagaracollege.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">News<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>January 2025:   <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/2025\/01\/31\/introducing-the-colleges-energy-team-and-how-you-can-do-your-part\/\">Introducing the College\u2019s Energy Team and How You can Do your Part<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>March 2025:      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/2025\/03\/25\/green-victory-daniel-j-patterson-campus-wins-earth-hour-competition\/\">Green Victory:  Daniel J. Patterson Campus wins Earth Hour Competition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>April 2025:         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/2025\/04\/23\/culinary-innovation-students-diversify-their-experience-with-case-study-focused-on-energy-conservation\/\">Culinary Innovation Students Diversify Their Experience with Case Study Focused on Energy Conservation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>April 2025:         <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/2025\/04\/15\/teaching-greenhouse-cannabis-production-facilities-outfitted-with-energy-efficient-lighting\/\">Teaching Greenhouse, Cannabis Production facilities outfitted with energy-efficient lighting<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We invite the NC community to learn more and consider some simple ways to reduce energy consumption on campus and make a difference towards our collective goals.  As the eyes and ears of the campus, we welcome your feedback on the College\u2019s energy use. In your day-to-day on campus, do you see areas where energy is wasted?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us know at <a href=\"mailto:energy@niagaracollege.ca\">energy@niagaracollege.ca<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Through our Strategic Plan, Niagara College is committed to excellence in the operation of our college. NC is dedicated to leadership on climate action through the goals of the 2024-2029 Sustainability Plan, with energy management being a key priority area. Niagara College has set clear goals for campus-based energy consumption, and everyone can contribute. 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Store"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2025\/12\/2024-Free-Store-Day-of-Reflection-Donations-8-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<p><br>The Niagara College free store occurs once a semester, in alignment with student appreciation day. It features gently used donated items such as clothing, small household items and kitchenware from Niagara College staff available for the students to then \u2018shop\u2019 for free on the designated Free Store days<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-p-regular\">As of December 2025, over <strong>1,067 kgs<\/strong> of donations have been rehomed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some Free Stores also feature fresh produce like herbs, eggplant, kale, beets, carrots and more, grown on campus at the <a href=\"https:\/\/unitedwayniagara.org\/growing-community-niagara-college-garden-hub-expanding-for-a-greater-impact\/\">United Way Garden Hub<\/a> at the Daniel J. 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The <a href=\"https:\/\/rpra.ca\/\">Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA)<\/a> was established to oversee compliance with the regulation. As an institution, we have registered with the RPRA and will report our produced Blue Box material annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can learn more about Ontario\u2019s shift to an individual producer responsibility framework by visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/rpra.ca\/the-circular-economy\/\">Circular Economy<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/rpra.ca\/programs\/blue-box\/regulation\/pros\/\">Blue Box Regulation<\/a> pages on the RPRA website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does Niagara College need to report to the RPRA?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Niagara College must report to the RPRA because we supply various blue box materials to consumers (staff, students, and community members) in Ontario and are thus considered a producer under the regulation. Our obligations as a producer are to register with the RPRA, report our annual supply data, and assume responsibility for the collection and recycling of a corresponding amount of blue box material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each department has been appointed a representative that is responsible for reporting a list of blue box materials supplied by that department for the calendar year to the Office of Sustainability. The Office of Sustainability then compiles and reports a comprehensive list of supply data and brand lists to submit to the RPRA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are Blue Box Materials?<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2025\/01\/IG-809.jpg\" alt=\"students looking at the lid of a coffee cup\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<p>Under the regulation, there are three types of blue box materials: product packaging, paper products, and packaging-like products which are primarily composed of glass, flexible or rigid plastic, metal, paper or a combination of these materials. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More information on blue box material categories can be found on the <a href=\"https:\/\/rpra.ca\/programs\/blue-box\/regulation\/\">RPRA website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2023, Niagara College generated 25,941 Kg of blue box materials, which is a 24% increase in materials from 2022. Of this, 19,522 Kg, or 77% of material can be categorized as paper, making it the largest contributing category of material generated at Niagara College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2024, Niagara College generated approximately 37,000 Kg of blue box materials, which is a 45% increase in materials from 2023. Approximately 83% of materials generated can be categorized as paper, making it the largest contributing category of material generated at Niagara College.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2025, Niagara College generated approximately 25,100 kg of blue box materials, which is a 32% decrease in materials from 2024. Roughly 85% of materials generated can be categorized as paper, making it the largest contributing category of material generated at Niagara College, consistent with previous years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Niagara College\u2019s Sustainability Plan 2024-2029: A Time for Action provides waste management goals and Target 8.1c sets out guidance to reduce the amount of blue box material produced by NC and sent-off site by 10% from 2023 baseline. The 2025 Blue Box results indicate a positive reduction in blue box materials generated on campus, bringing NC closer to achieving its sustainability goals. An annual overview of blue box materials produced by Niagara College can be found in Figure 1: NC Annual Ontario Blue Box Results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Office of Sustainability is working with departmental contacts to find innovative ways to reduce blue box materials generated on campus and continue to meet our sustainability plan targets. <\/p>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2026\/08\/NC-Annual-Ontario-Blue-Box-Results.png\" alt=\"annual blue box results\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<figcaption>\r\n\t\t\tFigure 1: Annual Ontario Blue Box Results at Niagara College\t\t<\/figcaption>\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2025\/01\/2024-Ontario-Blue-Box-Reporting-FAQs.pdf\">FAQ sheet <\/a>for some more information about the Ontario Blue Box Regulation and reporting  for NC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Teams Channel for Departmental Contacts: <a href=\"https:\/\/ncstudents.sharepoint.com\/:u:\/r\/sites\/OntarioBlueBoxRegulationReporting\/SitePages\/Home.aspx?csf=1&web=1&e=YWb3ei\">NC Ontario Blue Box Regulation Reporting Teams Channel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rpra.ca\/programs\/blue-box\/regulation\/pros\/\">RPRA Blue Box Program<\/a> webpage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rpra.ca\/faq\/?faq_program=107#faq_results_container\">FAQs<\/a> from the RPRA website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/laws\/statute\/16r12\">Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016, S.O. 2016, c. 12, Sched. 1<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/laws\/regulation\/210391\">O. Reg. 391\/21: BLUE BOX<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who can I contact if I have questions about RPRA at Niagara College?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Please email <a href=\"mailto:sustainability@niagaracollege.ca\">sustainability@niagaracollege.ca<\/a> with any questions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Blue Box Regulation (O. Reg. 391\/21) outlines a new system for resource recovery across Ontario as a part of the province\u2019s Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016. 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Patterson Campus and Welland Campus of Niagara College to identify which brands contribute most to the waste stream, helping to enhance waste reduction, recycling programs, and sustainability awareness among students and staff. This targeted approach enables the implementation of effective waste management strategies and promotes more sustainable consumption practices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In an effort to strengthen its commitment to sustainability, Niagara College has been conducting a brand audit since the start of summer 2024. With a particular emphasis on certain brands and items, this thorough audit examines the types and sources of waste produced on campus. Through the identification of waste trends and contributing factors, the college intends to create focused plans for waste reduction and improved recycling operations. This targeted approach enables the implementation of effective waste management strategies and promotes more sustainable consumption practices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a Brand Audit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2025\/01\/Waste-sorted-by-brands-1.jpg\" alt=\"Common waste found on campus sorted by brand\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<p>A brand audit is a way of sorting waste based on its brand to examine the types and sources of waste produced on campus. It helps identify the companies responsible for waste found on campus and determines if the brand is sold by on campus vendors or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do we do it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Niagara College, a brand audit is vital because it identifies which brands are large contributors to campus waste. This information enables the college to make more informed decisions about waste management strategies, with a focus on increasing environmentally friendly packaging and products generated and sold on campus. The audit also functions as a teaching tool, raising students’ and staff’s awareness of the environmental impact of their consumption habits. By focusing on certain brands, Niagara College can develop more effective waste reduction initiatives that better match with its sustainability goals. Materials that wind up in the improper bins are also measured by the audit, which also allows staff and students to suggest enhancements like redesigned signage, education and communication initiatives, and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do we do a Brand Audit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\r\n\t\r\n\t<figure class=\"image d tb none\" >\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/90\/2025\/01\/Bob-Neva-and-Nitisha-sorting-waste-1.jpg\" alt=\"Students sorting waste\" \/>\r\n\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\t<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\t\r\n \n\n\n<p>For conducting a brand audit, waste is collected from recycling and landfill bins present at various locations within the campus. The waste is sorted by hand based on its brand and product categories. Product categories include paper, paper packaging, rigid plastic packaging, flexible plastic packaging, metal, glass packaging, compostable packaging, and organics. After collecting the data, the parent companies of the brands are identified. Recommendations are made based on the results obtained regarding waste management strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What we found!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The summer 2024 brand audit data identified Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI) is the parent company that was most frequently found on campus. Tim Hortons, a subsidiary of RBI and sold on campus, generated large quantity of disposable coffee and cold drink cups found during the brand audit. Encouraging the use of reusable coffee cups are among the suggestions made to lessen the waste produced by Tim Hortons customers. Depending on the activities held on campus, additional parent companies include Beavertails Canada Inc., Roark Capital, Kraft Heinz, Hormel Foods Cooperative, and Peak Rock Capital LLC were found. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Get Involved!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every other week, the Office of Sustainability organizes a brand audit on campus as a teaching tool and encourages students to participate and learn about waste management at NC. To get engaged, staff and students can register on the NC Engage app or visit the sustainability office (E104 at DJP Campus) to learn more. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A brand audit has been conducted since the start of summer 2024 at the Daniel J. Patterson Campus and Welland Campus of Niagara College to identify which brands contribute most to the waste stream, helping to enhance waste reduction, recycling programs, and sustainability awareness among students and staff. 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The initiative initially stemmed from employee recommendations after hearing from keynote speaker, Maude Barlow, at the 2012 Day of Reflection. While banning bottled water has the obvious benefit of reducing waste from plastic bottles, it more importantly reinforces that <strong>everyone has the right\u2014not the privilege\u2014to clean drinking water, and it should not be sold as a commodity<\/strong>. To ensure continued access to clean drinking water on campus, hydration stations and water filling attachments were installed around campus, and all new students and employees receive a reusable water bottle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting in 2023, yearly indoor water quality assessments of hydration stations located on campus have been performed at the Niagara-on-the-lake campus as part of various student projects. In the winter of 2024, the Welland campus indoor water quality was also monitored. The finished student reports and results of their findings are available in the Sustainability <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/sustainability\/projects\/indoor-water-monitoring\/\">Projects Database<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"pgc-sgb-cb wp-block-pgcsimplygalleryblock-grid \" data-gallery-id=\"bc763243\"><div class=\"sgb-preloader\" id=\"pr_bc763243\">\n\t<div class=\"sgb-square\" style=\"background:#d4d4d4\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"sgb-square\" style=\"background:#d4d4d4\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"sgb-square\" style=\"background:#d4d4d4\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"sgb-square\" style=\"background:#d4d4d4\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"simply-gallery-amp pgc_sgb_slider \"><noscript><div class=\"sgb-gallery\"><div class=\"sgb-item\"><a 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