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Group of diverse students wearing Niagara College hoodies stands in front of NC button at entrance to DJP campus. Group of diverse students wearing Niagara College hoodies stands in front of NC button at entrance to DJP campus.
Niagara College building entrance at Welland Campus.
Niagara College building entrance at Welland Campus.
Niagara College building entrance at Welland Campus.

A changing world that's already here.

We don’t wait. We are the change.

And right now, is our moment to take the lead together.

Niagara College is launching the largest fundraising campaign in its 57-year history.

This comprehensive fundraising campaign is not only for students, it is for the community of Niagara, and the communities across Canada that depend on our exceptional graduates as their skilled workforce.

Together, we will address the skilled trades crisis…

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Newspaper clipping demonstrating skilled trades worker shortages in Ontario.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating skilled trades worker shortages in Ontario.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating skilled trades worker shortages in Ontario.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating skilled trades worker shortages in Ontario.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating skilled trades worker shortages in Ontario.

Addressing the skilled
trades crisis.

  • Graduate more carpenters, electricians, welders, millwrights, metal fabricators, and automotive technicians.
  • Expand new NC programs including pipefitting, HVAC, and plumbing.
  • Build a new state-of-the-art Skilled Trades Centre for teaching and learning.
Female student wearing a hard hat and holding a pencil stands at a construction drawing table.
Male carpentry student using table saw to saw a piece of wood.

“Trade-based jobs are in demand. We are in a crisis and need to ensure our industry continues to move forward.”

- Chuck McShane, CEO, Niagara Home Builders Association

Together, we will address the healthcare crisis…

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Newspaper clipping demonstrating hospital staff shortages in Ontario.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating hospital staff shortages in Ontario.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating hospital staff shortages in Ontario.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating hospital staff shortages in Ontario.

Addressing the healthcare crisis.

  • Graduate more nurses, PSWs, paramedics, dental assistants/hygienists, occupational therapist assistants, and pharmacy technicians.
  • Build a new state-of-the-art Applied Health facility on the Welland campus.
  • Create new partnerships with Niagara Health and other health care providers.
Nursing student inspects an IV line.
Nursing student inspects the tubing on an IV line.

“Across a variety of programs and placements, Niagara College students strengthen our teams, aid in enhancing patient care, and contribute to meeting the growing need for healthcare professionals in Niagara and beyond.”

– Heather Paterson, Executive Vice President, Clinical Operations, Niagara Health

Together we will empower student success…

Mother watching a young boy add numbers to an activity board.
"I am trying hard to be a positive role model for my children, by showing them resilience and that they can achieve their goals, overcome trauma and obstacles, and succeed in life, no matter what they’ve been through. Receiving this scholarship would lessen my burdens."
Business Administration-Human Resources
Two male machinists stand together reviewing an inspection booklet.
"I am proud to be the first person in my family to go to college and am working extremely hard to be a success at my goal of becoming a machinist. I am doing this on my own, both physically and financially. Just being selected for this scholarship is an honour and financially has relieved a lot of stress. I am trying to complete my program without any debt and this will definitely help toward that goal. Thank you again."
Mechanical Techniques-General Machinist
Female student writes notes while holding a wire within a wiring panel.
"After overcoming many discouraging, and less than ideal personal and financial struggles the past few years, I have really come to appreciate the value of my college education. This award has also helped boost my self-confidence and is a great reminder to me of what I can and will continue to accomplish."
Electrical Engineering Technology

Empowering students to achieve their dreams.

  • Expand scholarships and bursaries so every student can access support.
  • Enhance on-campus student experiences including improved recreation, housing, and student-service opportunities.
  • Expand DJP Campus to include an Alumni and Student Centre, providing gathering/meeting space for students, and a home to student services and supports.
  • Invest in refreshed and renewed teaching and learning environments, including new classrooms and applied-learning spaces.
Group of diverse students sitting and laughing with laptops in front of them.

Together, we will further Truth and Reconciliation
and Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity…

Advancing a more equitable and diverse College.

  • Expand support for BIPOC students.
  • Advance NC’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.
  • Increase pathways for under-represented students, including alternative programming and academic opportunities (upgrading and CICE).
  • Expand supports for International students.
Male and female student walking across rainbow coloured crosswalk.
Two individuals participate in an indigenous ceremony.

"You think about students who are going to a community where the discussion around equity, diversity, and inclusion is very new, and our students are able to start it – that is exciting and it gives hope that a better world is possible.”

– Samah Sabra, Associate Director, Workplace Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Together, we will graduate global citizens…

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Newspaper clipping demonstrating the importance of developing a global mindset for employment success.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating the importance of developing a global mindset for employment success.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating the importance of developing a global mindset for employment success.
LinkedIn post clipping demonstrating the importance of developing a global mindset for employment success.

Graduating tomorrow’s global citizens.

  • Cultivate global citizenship through Be World Ready opportunities.
  • Expand culturally diverse and inclusive learning, and recreational experiences.
  • Expand global operations and program delivery.
  • Create global communities of alumni by deepening engagement.
Group of diverse students stands together in front of a village and hill.
Group of diverse students posing and smiling for a selfie together.

"By blending theory and practice, the Be World Ready course equips students with the cultural awareness and tools needed for success in an interconnected world. Through an immersive field studies opportunity, students are empowered to navigate the complexities of global dynamics confidently.”

– David Atherton, Dean, Academic and Liberal Studies

Together, we will close Canada's productivity gap…

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Newspaper clipping demonstrating trend of declining productivity levels within Canada.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating trend of declining productivity levels within Canada.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating trend of declining productivity levels within Canada.
Newspaper clipping demonstrating trend of declining productivity levels within Canada.

Closing Canada's productivity gap.

  • Support the connections between applied research and regional businesses.
  • Provide leadership toward the health and well-being of our region.
  • Support applied research innovation and excellence.
  • Outcomes: Business & Commercialization Innovation Centre; new Health, Aging and Wellness Innovation Centre; new Research Opportunity Fund.
Male student wearing white lab coat looking at flowers in a greenhouse.
Female and male student stirring ingredients for beer production.

“Working with Niagara College was crucial because they were the first ones to encourage us to dream. They took on the challenges I gave them and have really helped us to create the product we have right now. They’re a great part of our story.”

- Ricardo Irivarren, Co-founder of Miski Organics and Miski Brewing

As a globally recognized leader in applied education and research, Niagara College is uniquely positioned to provide transformative solutions to our most urgent challenges.

The skilled trades crisis can’t wait.

The healthcare crisis can’t wait.

Students and graduates can’t wait.

Equity and diversity can't wait.

Local and global employers can’t wait.

Canada's productivity gap must be closed NOW.

Solutions to our most pressing challenges are achievable.

With your support, we can solve these problems.

Courtyard and building at Niagara College DJP campus with trees in bloom.
Courtyard and building at Niagara College DJP campus with trees in bloom.
Courtyard and building at Niagara College DJP campus with trees in bloom.

Join us as we train more skilled trades and frontline healthcare workers!

Two photos showing skilled trades and healthcare students training for their jobs.

Join us as we empower students to achieve their dreams and advance a more equitable and diverse society!

Two photos showing the empowerment of students at Niagara College to achieve their dreams.

Join us as we graduate tomorrow’s global citizens and close Canada's productivity gap by supporting research and innovation!

Two photos showing students as global citizens traveling the world and contributing in labs toward Canadian research and innovation.

Our new movement needs you.

Yes, you.

Together we share a responsibility to train, prepare, and support the next generation of skilled workers, service providers, and changemakers.

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Join Niagara College's Together Campaign and be part of a collaborative opportunity to enact transformative change.

To learn more, connect with:

Gord Arbeau,
Vice President of Advancement garbeau@niagaracollege.ca

Shannon Boeckner,
Senior Director, Development & Donor Stewardship
sboeckner@niagaracollege.ca

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