About ARIO

The Applied Research and Innovation Office at Loyalist College connects industry, faculty and students in exciting applied research projects leading to social innovation, development of local economies and education, and the training of the future workforce in Canada. Home to the Centre for Natural Products and the Centre for Healthy Communities, our teams of subject matter experts support diverse projects and services, assisting you to realize your applied research and development goals.

Loyalist College is one of Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges, ranking 35th in Canada. Centrally located between Toronto and Ottawa, Loyalist is a local research and innovation hub that houses Canada‘s only National Technology Access Centre for Natural Products.

Centres and Programs

Services

ARIO brings together a network of partners and agencies to support applied research and training opportunities for businesses and students.

For Businesses and Community Partners

Research and Development Facilities

For startups, small and medium-sized enterprises.
Funding Expertise

Help to find the best funding opportunities for your company (and maximize the chances of getting them approved!)
Professional Development Services

Workshops and networking opportunities.
Access To Highly Qualified Personnel

Highly qualified researchers and managers to find solutions to your challenges.
Research Ethics Board (REB) Support

Ensure your research involving human participants meets the standards set forth by the Tri-Council Policy Statement on Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans.
Grant Writing Support

Comply with all requirements to ensure the success of your research project.

For Students

Work-integrated Learning Opportunities For Students

Students get hands-on professional experience working on innovation-oriented research projects.
Student Training And Experiential Learning

Mentoring opportunities with highly qualified and experienced faculty.

Innovation Network

We work hard to support partners in developing their most innovative solutions.

Partnerships

Industry and Community Partners

Projects & Events

Loyalist College Applied Research & Innovation Office promotes Community Integration Events to connect students, local industries and social innovation agents seeking to create high-impact solutions for developing their locale.

Let’s Talk Science Volunteers at Loyalist College have helped raise STEM awareness by delivering STEM-related activities to approximately 10,000 youth in the Quinte Region since 2012.

Home Share Loyalist is an alternative housing model that promotes intergenerational living for Loyalist students, focusing on international students and adults 55 years of age and older in the Quinte region.

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About ARIO

Centres and Programs

Centre for Natural Products

Centre for Healthy Communities

Services

For Businesses and Community Partners

Research and Development Facilities

Funding Expertise

Professional Development Services

Access To Highly Qualified Personnel

Research Ethics Board (REB) Support

Grant Writing Support