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Loyalist College Partners with Indigenous-owned Business Cheekbone Beauty

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Loyalist College Partners with Indigenous-owned Business Cheekbone Beauty

Belleville, Ontario, June 21, 2022 – As Canada celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day, this is an important opportunity to recognize Indigenous leadership in sustainability and environmental stewardship.

At Indigenous-owned cosmetic company Cheekbone Beauty, sustainability and Indigenous wisdom go hand-in-hand.

“Sustainability is an innately Indigenous concept,” said Jenn Harper, Founder and CEO at Cheekbone Beauty.

“It defines the relationship between my ancestors, my Indigenous family and the environment. Cheekbone combines innovative, sustainable practices with an emphasis on Indigenous representation, because we know it’s so important that Indigenous youth see people who look like them, and who come from the same places that they do, in every industry.”

In pursuit of low-waste, environmentally-conscious products, Cheekbone enlisted the support of Loyalist College researchers to create a process for extracting and upcycling natural ingredients for their newest product line.

“It’s essential that we continue to invest in building a circular economy, which repositions waste as a resource and not simply a cost of industry,” said Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President and CEO.

“We’re excited to partner with Cheekbone Beauty, a company that uplifts Indigenous voices and thinks big about sustainable business practices, to create advanced solutions for bringing environmentally- and socially-conscious products to market.”

Funded through the Mitacs Indigenous Pathway Program Award, the project will upcycle the residue from processing a unique grape varietal grown at Niagara’s Henry of Pelham Family Estate.

“We’re proud to partner with our neighbours at Cheekbone Beauty. Henry of Pelham is certified by Sustainable Winemaking Ontario and part of that program is to partner with likeminded businesses in the community,” said Paul Speck, President, Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery.

Grape pomace, a significant but largely unused by-product of wine and juice production, is a coveted ingredient in cosmetics due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Lead researcher Barb Allen, along with Mitacs research interns and Loyalist College graduates, Daniel Guevara and Rodolfo Guerrero, will seek to repurpose the pomace to create functional cosmetic ingredients with multiple performance benefits for consumers.

“Sustainability is a journey. It’s very nuanced in that there is no single approach that’s right,” said Jenn. “It takes a lot of work and research to create the best product. Working with innovative partners to find creative solutions, including more people in the process, only makes our products better.”

Learn more about Cheekbone Beauty.

Learn more about working with Loyalist College’s Applied Research and Innovation Office.

About Loyalist College

Loyalist College is located on the territory of the Huron-Wendat, the Anishnaabeg, and the Haudenosaunee people. We acknowledge our shared obligation to respect, honour, and sustain these lands and the natural resources contained within. Ranked one of Canada’s top 50 research colleges, Loyalist College empowers students, faculty, staff, and partners through experiential, industry cluster-based education, training and applied research programs. As Ontario’s Destination College, the College provides job-ready graduates for, and knowledge transfer to, industry and the community. Located on more than 200 acres in the beautiful Bay of Quinte region, the College is perfectly positioned between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. Loyalist College offers more than 70 full-time diploma, certificate and apprenticeship programs in biosciences, building sciences, business, community service, health and wellness, media studies, public safety, and skilled trades. Continuing education options are available through LoyalistFocus.com, including hundreds of online, distance and in-class courses, and through the College’s 100+ university transfer agreements. Loyalist College is a key driver of social and economic health in eastern Ontario. It contributes 3.8 percent of the Gross Regional Product, representing $396.3 million annually to the regional economy – based on an October 2021 report by Emsi. For more information on Loyalist College’s Belleville, Bancroft and Toronto campuses and Port Hope satellite location, visit loyalistcollege.com.

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Braden Root-McCaig
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647-523-4300
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Loyalist College Named One of Canada’s Top 50 Research Schools

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Loyalist College Named One of Canada's Top 50 Research Schools

Jan. 28, 2022 – Loyalist College has once again made the list of the top 50 research colleges in Canada.

According to the annual analysis published Friday by Research Infosource Inc., Loyalist College achieved significant growth in a number of key categories over the last year, the college said in a press release.

In fiscal year 2019-20, Loyalist College’s Applied Research and Innovation Office (ARIO) saw a 190 percent increase in research income, bringing Loyalist’s rank to number four in Canada for Research Income Growth.

The college also rose to third place overall for Research Income/Researcher, up 30 points from the previous year, and jumped 11 spots up from the previous year’s ranks, rising to a regional best at no. 35.

Loyalist College Recognized as a Top 50 Research College

Posted on January 27, 2022 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist College Recognized as a Top 50 Research College

Jan. 27, 2022 – Loyalist College has once again been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 50 research colleges. According to the annual analysis published today by Research Infosource Inc., the College achieved significant growth in a number of key categories over the last year. In fiscal year 2019-20, Loyalist College’s Applied Research and Innovation Office (ARIO) saw a 190% increase in research income, bringing Loyalist’s rank to No. 4 in Canada for Research Income Growth. The College also rose to third place overall for Research Income/Researcher, up 30 points from the previous year, and jumped 11 spots up from the previous year’s ranks, rising to a regional best at No. 35.

“This is remarkable recognition for our exceptional team of students, faculty, staff and industry partners working with the Applied Research and Innovation Office, and demonstrates how being small gives us the power to do big things,” said Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President and CEO. “I am so proud of the many ways in which our students, faculty, and staff continue to generously lend their talents to our growing network of industry partners. Loyalist’s rise in research rankings puts us on the national stage as a leader in natural products, which is why we have become a destination for businesses as they scale and compete in the global market.”

Loyalist’s surge in funding over the last year has empowered the College to enhance its state-of-the-art facilities, equipment, and instrumentation. This development has accelerated the growth and expansion of the College’s research capacity in natural products, applied biotechnology and genomics. In addition, Loyalist is expanding its footprint beyond the region and advancing partnership opportunities with small and medium-enterprises (SMEs) as well as large enterprises across the country who are seeking guidance and expertise in product development, process optimization, and quality control.

Helping Hand to Five Companies

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Helping Hand to Five Companies

Oct. 27, 2021 – Loyalist College is lending a helping hand to five companies in expanding their technologies and products.

The college’s Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis is using its expertise to help five companies grow and develop their technologies and products through GreenCentre Canada’s CONNECT program.

“As Loyalist College looks to augment our industry aligned programming and applied research offerings in the Bio Economy, this CONNECT funding enables us to strategically support these companies in bringing sustainable products and processes to market. I would like to thank GreenCentre Canada for their continued support which empowers the College to enhance applied research opportunities for industry partners within our Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis while providing our students with remarkable work-integrated learning experiences,” said Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, President and CEO of Loyalist College.

Click to Read More: Helping Hand to Five Companies (Quinte News)

Loyalist College Cannabis Centre Helps Develop Bio Economy

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Loyalist College Cannabis Centre Helps Develop Bio Economy

Oct. 27, 2021 – Loyalist College’s Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis is using its expertise to help five companies grow and develop their technologies and products through GreenCentre Canada’s CONNECT program.

Companies developing new sustainable technologies in the bio-products sector can benefit greatly from external commercial and technical services. However, identifying and funding these services can be a challenge.

Loyalist College Signs MOU to Partner with GreenCentre Canada

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Loyalist College Signs MOU to Partner with GreenCentre Canada

Oct. 7, 2021 – Loyalist College and GreenCentre Canada signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) this week that could help bring new technologies and products developed here at the college to market.

Based in Kingston, GreenCentre Canada is a not-for-profit organization that supports the growth of chemical and material start-ups, small and medium sized businesses, and multinationals.

“When you want to innovate and introduce a new product, a lot of times it’s difficult to test the process,” explained Dr. Kari Kramp, senior scientific manager of Applied Research and Innovation at Loyalist.

“You’re not sure whether it’s going to be appropriate, or whether it will scale up, or you need support with product development, or you’re working on a process and you’re having challenges optimizing it, or you want to potentially try a new technology,” said Kramp.

“There’s risks involved with that. So if you’re able to work with an organization like GreenCentre, we can investigate this at their site, utilizing in many cases their facilities, their equipment, their expertise.”

The MOU will enhance Loyalist’s STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) cluster as well as the bio economy and agritech (food, pharmaceutical and natural products) cluster.

Bursary Opportunities for Indigenous Students Studying Locally

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Bursary Opportunities for Indigenous Students Studying Locally

Oct. 5, 2021 – A new bursary is available to post-secondary students from the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation.

The Truss Beverage Co. Bursary for Indigenous Students is in partnership with Indspire, a national charity that invests in the education of Indigenous people.

The bursary has been developed for Indigenous students age 19-plus enrolled in specified programs at Loyalist College, Queen’s University, St. Lawrence College, or the Royal Military College that would prepare them for a career in the cannabis sector.

Truss Beverage Company, is a joint venture between MolsonCoors and Belleville-based HEXO Corp. that produces non-alcoholic drinks infused with CBD and THC.

Key details of the Truss Beverage Co. Bursary for Indigenous Students:

• Truss Beverage Co. will be sponsoring three bursaries per year for three years, which will support nine Indigenous students who are at least 19 years of age.

• Legal age students will also have the opportunity for job shadowing, mentorship, internships and placements at the Truss Beverage Co. Belleville production facility.

• Students must be enrolled at Loyalist College, Queen’s University, St. Lawrence College, or the Royal Military College.

Loyalist signs MOU with Kingston-based GreenCentre

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Loyalist Signs MOU with Kingston-based GreenCentre

Oct. 5, 2021 – Loyalist College has announced the signing of another Memorandum of Understanding.

The college has partnered with GreenCentre Canada to support innovation in sustainable chemistry and advanced materials by establishing an integrated services model that will respond to the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises.

The Kingston-based organization aims to support the growth of chemical and material startup businesses by turning innovation into valuble products and services.

New Partnership for Loyalist College

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New Partnership for Loyalist College

Oct. 5, 2021 – Loyalist College has entered into a partnership with GreenCentre Canada to support innovation in sustainable chemistry and advanced materials.

The Memorandum of Understanding will see the college and the Kingston-based organization establish an integrated services model that will respond to the needs of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a focus on accelerated technology development and reduced commercialization timelines.

The partnership will enhance the college’s Bio Economy, Agritech and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) clusters.

Click to Read More: New Partnership for Loyalist College (Quinte News)

Gaia’s Canna Stream Solutions Receives Grant to Support New Youth Hires

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Gaia's Canna Stream Solutions Receives Grant to Support New Youth Hires

Vancouver, British Columbia – TheNewswire – August 4, 2021 – Gaia Grow Corp. (the “Company” or “Gaia”) (CSE:GAIA) (CNSX:GAIA.CN)(Frankfurt:GG0) is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Canna Stream Solutions Ltd. (“CSS”), will be receiving funding of up to $60,000 from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) through its Youth Employment Program.

With the financial assistance from NRC IRAP, CSS will be able to hire and train two young Canadian scientists to support development and design of pilot and demonstration scale facilities at TruExtracts existing operation in Calgary using CSS’ novel green cannabinoid extraction technology.

We are pleased to announce Olga Kravchenko, M.Sc. (University of Calgary) and Amy Li, B.Chem. Eng. (Dalhousie University) as new additions to the CSS team.

In addition, with support from NRC IRAP, CSS has benefitted from the services of Tech-Access Canada and its Interactive Visits (TAC iv) program to partner with The Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis at Loyalist College for the analysis of extracts produced by CSS cannabinoid extraction technology.