Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Niagara College's School of Wine, Beer and Spirits is located at the 125-acre Daniel J. Patterson campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Our campus sits in the heart of Niagara's agricultural, wine and culinary country, which features a burgeoning craft beer industry. Niagara College's School of Wine, Beer and Spirits offers opportunities unprecedented in Canadian education, with exceptional student experiences via on-campus labs, and enterprises such our 40-acre vineyard, NC Teaching Brewery, NC Teaching Distillery, NC Teaching Spa, NC Teaching Greenhouse, hop yard and apiary.
Programs are taught by expert faculty with significant industry experience. Students also gain industry experience by working with industry partners and at special functions held on- and off-campus, engaging the community via not-for-profit and catered events, recipe competitions, industry research and innovation.
July 24, 2026
When the College’s trailblazing learning enterprises team up with its award-winning Research Innovation division, the results are decidedly effervescent. The proof is in the latest ready-to-drink (RTD) offerings rolled out…
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July 02, 2026
Representatives from the Government of Georgia experienced applied learning firsthand at Niagara College during a visit to the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake on June 5. Hosted by the Partnerships and Enterprises team, the visit provided an opportunity to showcase the College’s strengths in hands-on learning, student experience, and international collaboration. “As Niagara College […]
June 26, 2026
Niagara College’s School of Wine, Beer and Spirits is proving once again that its faculty is truly top shelf. Andrea Fujarczuk, Program Coordinator and Artisan Distilling Professor, has clinched the highly competitive 2026 Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI Legacy Award for the Kentucky chapter. Out of professional applicants from across North America and Europe, the […]
June 19, 2026
It’s kick off time at the NC Teaching Brewery. The Teaching Brewery rolled out a “Nations on Tap” series with a lineup of small-batch brews inspired by countries competing at the World Cup. Brews were created for various nations, crafted by an international roster of Brewmaster students, staff and alumni as well as other School […]
June 18, 2026
As Ontario celebrates Wine Week from June 15 to 19, medals are pouring in for Canada’s first and only commercial Teaching Winery, including gold for two sparkling wines from prestigious…
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June 10, 2026
On June 10, Niagara College celebrated the third day of its Spring 2026 Convocation ceremonies, where more than 900 graduates crossed the stage at the Welland Campus Simplii Financial Athletic Centre. The day featured two ceremonies honouring graduates from programs that support key sectors and communities across Niagara. The morning ceremony recognized graduates from the […]
June 10, 2026
For Jonathan Brown, coming to NC was an opportunity to take an already successful brewing career to the next level. Before coming to NC, Jonathan was already working full-time as the head brewer at a small brewery. Looking to expand his knowledge and accelerate his career, he enrolled in NC’s Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management program to deepen his understanding of […]
May 27, 2026
Niagara College has officially tapped into a bold new chapter, distilling decades of leadership in Canadian beverage education into one powerful brand. Called “NC Craft,” the new branding for the…
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May 22, 2026
Enjoy great food, drinks, lawn games and live music as Friday Night Pizza + Pints returns to NC for another season. Hosted at the Wine Visitor + Education Centre at the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the event takes place every Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., running now through October. Guests can […]
April 23, 2026
Artisan Distilling students are ready to share their final liquid masterpieces with the world. For the first time, the annual Capstone Release Party will open its doors to the public. On April 24 at 5 p.m., the Wine Visitor and Education Centre will host the unveiling in conjunction with its popular Friday Night Pints event. […]
