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Loyalist College to Advance Regional Business Development with New Applied Research and Innovation Office

Posted on May 6, 2021 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist College to Advance Regional Business Development with New Applied Research and Innovation Office

Belleville, Ontario, May 6, 2021 – Loyalist College announced the creation of a new Applied Research and Innovation Office (ARIO), which will support the College in driving economic development through industry partnerships, applied research, innovation and entrepreneurship. The ARIO will bring the College’s existing Applied Research department under the purview of External Relations and Business Development, empowering the College to collaborate with more industry partners across all industries to help take their ideas, products and services to market.

“Through this strategic College-wide applied research initiative, we will connect more employers with our academic teams, thereby enhancing employment opportunities for graduates, informing curriculum development, and aligning College activities with the latest industry trends and technological innovations,” said Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President and CEO. “With the highest percentage of college research income in Canada, the ARIO will play a significant role in the Bay of Quinte region’s post-pandemic economic recovery, working with industry to envision and develop sustainable revenue-driving solutions.”

The ARIO will support and develop capacity for applied research and innovation at Loyalist College by:

• Providing financial and human resources;

• Supporting and promoting the Research Ethics Board (REB);

• Offering project management support;

• Networking across the College and externally in relation to applied research opportunities; and,

• Producing evidence, data, and information for decision-making within a continuous quality improvement context for the sustainability of high-quality student learning experiences.

To collaborate with Loyalist College’s Applied Research and Innovation Office, please visit loyalistappliedresearch.com.

About Loyalist College

Ranked one of Canada’s top 50 research colleges and #1 in the country for industry research income as a percentage of total research income, 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. Of 2017-18 Loyalist graduates, 88.5 percent were employed within six months after graduation. 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 3.7 percent of the Gross Regional Product, representing $382 million annually to the regional economy – based on a March 2020 report by Emsi. For more information on Loyalist College’s Belleville, Bancroft and Toronto campuses and Port Hope satellite location, visit YoureGoingPlaces.com.

Loyalist College Receives its First Mitacs Accelerate Funding Awards

Posted on March 9, 2021 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist College Receives its First Mitacs Accelerate Funding Awards

Belleville, Ontario, March 9, 2021 – Loyalist College’s Applied Research Centre has received its first two Mitacs Accelerate funding awards totalling $30,000 to support an applied research project with apollogreen, a global cannabis starter plant supplier.

With more than 600 cannabis strains, apollogreen plans to increase quality consistency across its young plants, which it grows in bulk and sells to cannabis product producers. To enhance plant uniformity, the project aims to optimize cannabis cloning (asexual reproduction) and streamline micropropagation procedures, which rapidly multiply stock plant material. If successful, apollogreen could establish an early prediction system that improves the selection and production of starter cannabis plants with the most desirable components for production and consumption for medical and recreational markets.

The project includes two six-month student internships. Kandace Parks, a post-graduate Cannabis Applied Science student at Loyalist College, is the successful candidate for the resulting 12-month research assistant position with apollogreen.

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“We are grateful for Mitacs’ support of this innovative project, which empowers us to work with apollogreen to envision new solutions for harvesting genetically-identical cannabis plants. The findings will inform the future of cannabis plant cloning to advance safety, efficiency and time to market. For our students, these types of real world projects offer exceptional opportunities to expand their understanding of advanced tissue culture research, testing and analysis. Through applied research in various disciplines, Loyalist College is driving economic development, innovation, and entrepreneurship in the Bay of Quinte region. We encourage small and medium-sized enterprises to get in touch with us to collaborate in bringing their ideas to market.” – Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President and CEO

“We are putting scientific research at the forefront of our product development strategy. This research program will provide valuable data and insights that will become the foundation for future studies with Loyalist College and will contribute directly to the development of more consistent cannabis products for consumers. We want to acknowledge the Mitacs Accelerate program for supporting our research and providing grant funding.” – Tyler LeBlanc, apollogreen Co-Founder and Director

“This is a very innovative and research-intensive project. We don’t know exactly what is going to happen. We have an idea, but it is nerve-racking until proven. Everything about this experience is exciting and I am very thankful to Mitacs, apollogreen and Loyalist College for the opportunity to make industry connections while strengthening my research skills.” – Kandace Parks, post-graduate Cannabis Applied Science student at Loyalist College

To learn more about Loyalist College’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis, visit loyalistappliedresearch.com.

About apollogreen

At apollogreen, we’re cloning mother plants with superior genetic strains, growing them with the strictest quality assurance and trusted environmental conditions. This ensures premium plants for our partners that decrease your risk and increase profit. Our dedicated team, located 20 minutes east of downtown Ottawa, sources and grows the best genetics, continually searching for strains with high robust yields, strong cannabinoid and unique terpenes that show resistance to disease and bacteria.

About Mitacs

Mitacs is a not-for-profit organization that fosters growth and innovation in Canada by solving business challenges with research solutions from academic institutions. Mitacs is funded by the Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec along with the Government of Alberta, the Government of British Columbia, Research Manitoba, the Government of New Brunswick, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Government of Nova Scotia, the Government of Ontario, Innovation PEI, the Government of Saskatchewan, and the Government of Yukon.

About Loyalist College

Ranked as one of Canada’s top 50 research colleges and #1 in the country for industry research income as a percentage of total research income, 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. Of 2017-18 Loyalist graduates, 88.5 percent were employed within six months after graduation. 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 3.7 percent of the Gross Regional Product, representing $382 million annually to the regional economy – based on a March 2020 report by Emsi. For more information on Loyalist College’s Belleville, Bancroft and Toronto campuses and Port Hope satellite location, visit YoureGoingPlaces.com.

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Contact: Kerry Lorimer, Director, Marketing, Communications and Recruitment
Loyalist College, klorimer@loyalistcollege.com, 613-969-1913, ext. 2536

Loyalist Joins College Cannabis Consortium

Posted on February 24, 2021 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist Joins College Cannabis Consortium

February 24, 2021, EDMONTON – A first-of-a-kind post-secondary sector cannabis partnership welcomes two additional Ontario post-secondaries to its ranks. Ottawa’s La Cité and Belleville’s Loyalist College join five other Canadian post-secondaries in this pan-Canadian organization working to secure funding and support for research, expand educational offerings, and increase industry partnerships.

Loyalist College and La Cité join NorQuest, Niagara, Durham, and Okanagan colleges, and Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick (CCNB) as members.

Each college participating in the consortium has cannabis-related programming, industry partnerships, and advisory committees to identify need and professionalize the training and education available to employers and learners.

The consortium works together to:

• co-develop courses, curricula, credentials and badging,

• share and co-produce market intelligence

• apply for research funding

• assist in creating industry partnerships,

• launch externally-funded projects, and

• develop other partnerships that support the aims of the consortium

Members expect that the consortium will continue to grow in size as more colleges enter the world of cannabis programming.

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“When we envisioned this partnership back in 2019, we hoped that what we had developed would only be the start of something great for the cannabis industry,” said Michele Braun, Director of Continuing Education and Partner Solutions at NorQuest College. “We’ve seen incredible growth in the industry and corresponding demand for skilled graduates ready to contribute. This consortium continues to be a great example of how post-secondary institutions from across Canada can join forces and work hand-in-hand with industry to drive economic growth.”

“We are thrilled to be partnering with other Canadian postsecondary institutions as we continue building capacity and supporting growth in this exciting new industry,” said Jeremy Laurin, Senior Vice-President, External Relations & Business Development at Loyalist College. “In 2017, Loyalist College was the first Canadian college and academic institution in Ontario to receive approval from Health Canada to conduct cannabis research. Since then, we have been working closely with our local industry partners to develop programs which prepare career-ready graduates to make an immediate and meaningful impact in the industry.”

“By joining the Consortium, Collège La Cité gains access to a wealth of collaborations,” stated Lise Bourgeois, President and CEO of La Cité. “This partnership allows the College to better understand industry needs, take part in research projects, develop collaborative training and share best practices. The students in our Agricultural Techniques – Cannabis Production program are sure to gain a lot from these opportunities.”

Loyalist College Introduces its First Cannabis Career Launch Micro-Credential

Posted on February 8, 2021 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist College Introduces its First Cannabis Career Launch Micro-Credential

Belleville, Ontario, February 8, 2021 – Loyalist College’s new three-week Cannabis Career Launch program welcomed its first cohort of 12 participants on January 25. Designed to increase employment prospects and mobility, this short, intensive micro-credential is ideal for job seekers and incumbent workers in the cannabis sector who are ready for entry-level industry training.

Focused on hands-on cannabis production, safety and workplace communication, the College’s SkillsAdvance Ontario (SAO) pilot project is free, includes a paid two-week industry placement and is funded in part by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.

The next intake for Loyalist College’s Cannabis Career Launch micro-credential is Monday, March 15. If you are interested in participating, please contact Jay Taugher, Project Lead, at jtaugher@loyalistcollege.com.

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“Giving people the skills they need to fill jobs in their community is essential to helping them recover from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Micro-credential and short-duration training programs help people learn new skills quickly to prepare for in-demand career opportunities. I want to thank Loyalist College for stepping up to keep people across the Bay of Quinte region at the forefront of Ontario’s economy.” – Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development

“Through Loyalist College’s Cannabis Career Launch micro-credential, individuals will learn about quality control and cannabis legislations and regulations. They will quickly earn the skills for which local small and medium-sized enterprises are looking to bring cannabis 2.0 products to market. We are grateful for the continued support of the Government of Ontario, and that of our industry partners. Together, we will position program participants for success as they pursue careers in cannabis, helping to address significant skills gaps in this burgeoning sector.” – Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President & CEO

“We are proud to support the Cannabis Career Launch program to help job seekers gain industry knowledge and experience to begin a fulfilling career in the cannabis industry. Loyalist College is a valued partner in developing a highly-skilled cannabis workforce that is positioned for long-term success in one of the world’s fastest-growing and most dynamic industries.” – Sébastien St-Louis, HEXO Corp. Co-Founder & CEO

“The Cannabis Career Launch program was designed to help participants stand out to employers in the cannabis space. As an employer who is actively hiring, we look favourably on candidates who have put forth the extra effort to get basic industry knowledge and training. The cannabis industry is still in its infancy and will continue to experience exponential growth for years to come.” – Tyler LeBlanc, apollogreen Co-Founder and Director

About Loyalist College

Ranked one of Canada’s top 50 research colleges and #1 in the country for industry research income as a percentage of total research income, Loyalist College empowers students, faculty, staff, and partners through experiential, industry cluster-based education, training and applied research programs. As Ontario’s Destination College, Loyalist College provides job-ready graduates for, and knowledge transfer to, industry and the community. Of 2017-18 Loyalist graduates, 88.5 percent were employed within six months after graduation. 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 3.7 percent of the Gross Regional Product, representing $382 million annually to the regional economy – based on a March 2020 report by Emsi. For more information on Loyalist College’s Belleville, Bancroft and Toronto campuses and Port Hope satellite location, visit YoureGoingPlaces.com.

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Contact: Kerry Lorimer, Director, Marketing, Communications and Recruitment
Loyalist College, klorimer@loyalistcollege.com, 613-969-1913, ext. 2536

Loyalist College and Kingston Aluminum Technology Inc. are One Step Closer to a Sustainable Cannabis Beverage Bottling Solution

Posted on December 17, 2020 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist College and Kingston Aluminum Technology Inc. are One Step Closer to a Sustainable Cannabis Beverage Bottling Solution

Belleville, Ontario, December 17, 2020 – Loyalist College’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis is using its expertise in green technology and cannabis to identify and test different sustainable liner options to match the quality of Kingston Aluminum Technology Inc.’s (KAT) recyclable aluminum bottles.

Funding from GreenCentre Canada’s CONNECT program to advance this initiative will move KAT, a privately-held Canadian company, closer to commercial success in the Cannabis 2.0 market.

CONNECT is supported by the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) and funds small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working with service providers, such as Loyalist’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis, to accelerate the development of their products or services.

This strategic collaboration not only contributes to Canada’s role as a leader in Cannabis 2.0 products, but also meets the high demand for environmentally friendly containers that are sustainable, child-resistant, and retain the potency and quality of beverages. All of which are a key production concern in the cannabis industry.

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“Containers and liners can greatly impact the acceptable range of cannabinoid potency and stability, which ultimately influences marketability. Loyalist’s solution-driven team of researchers are dedicated to helping small and medium-sized enterprises like Kingston Aluminum Technology Inc. create safe, sustainable packaging without compromising product quality.” – Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, President & CEO, Loyalist College

“Our patented blow moulding process results in fully recyclable aluminum bottles which are a viable alternative to plastic bottles. In turn, our sustainable process uses less energy to produce and requires half the space of a traditional production line. This allows anyone from a start-up to a large brand to work with us.” – Betty Pilon, President, Kingston Aluminum Technology Inc.

“CONNECT is an all-around success story for the Canadian economy, providing companies like KAT with expert resources at Loyalist’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis, while boosting the Canadian economy by retaining both the service and the SME in Canada.” – Dr. Brian Mariampillai, Director of Business Development, GreenCentre Canada

About GreenCentre Canada

GreenCentre Canada, established in 2009, is a not-for-profit Chemistry/Materials Commercialization Centre with a mandate to support the growth of chemical and materials start-ups, SMEs and multinationals by transforming their innovations into valued products, processes and services. The organization is based in Kingston, Ontario, and operates a world class state-of-the-art research and development chemistry facility for small to medium scale chemistry innovation services. The organization is supported by a group of scientists, most of whom have advanced degrees in the chemistry field. GreenCentre features an 8,000 ft2 bench scale chemistry facility fully equipped with analytical equipment.

About Kingston Aluminum Technology Inc.

Kingston Aluminum Technology Inc. (KAT) solved a 30-year-old industry challenge tackled by some of the largest companies and many of the leading experts in aluminum technology – how to customize the shape of a lightweight aluminum bottle on a commercial production line. KAT’s blow molded aluminum bottle is a game-changer in the bottling industry. KAT is providing a practical alternative to PET and glass bottles with real environmental benefits. And in addition to providing its low volume clients (beverage producers, co-packers and packaging distributors) with the more environmentally friendly option they have been asking for, KAT is also providing them with more ways to differentiate themselves from the competition on the shelf (through shape and in graphics).

About Loyalist College’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis

Loyalist College’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis is an innovation hub helping industry collaborate with academia to transform the results of research into high-quality, consistent and safe products, solving their applied research challenges and building their applied research capabilities. The Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis offers companies across Eastern Ontario a supportive, community-oriented platform from which to enhance their productivity, expand their reach and augment their competitiveness in the global market. In addition to income from industry partnerships, the Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis is funded through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program, as well as the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI), the Ontario Research Fund (ORF), and the Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE).

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Contact: Kerry Lorimer, Director, Marketing, Communications and Recruitment
Loyalist College, klorimer@loyalistcollege.com, 613-969-1913, ext. 2536

Loyalist College Ranks #1 for Industry Research Income as Percentage of Total Research Income

Posted on December 15, 2020 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist College Ranks #1 for Industry Research Income as Percentage of Total Research Income

Belleville, Ontario, December 15, 2020 – Loyalist College reached an institutional milestone today when it was recognized as one of Canada’s top 50 research colleges. This is the first time Loyalist has ranked on Research Infosource Inc.’s annual list, placing first in the country for industry research income as a percentage of total research income and eighth for college research income growth.

“What an incredible achievement for Loyalist College, the Bay of Quinte region, and our industry partners,” said Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President & CEO. “The continued growth and recognition of the College’s Applied Research and Innovation Department strengthens our resolve as an institution of choice for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking analytical testing, method optimization, and product development in competitive marketplaces. This achievement reflects our deep commitment to advancing applied research in our region and contributing to a skilled Biosciences workforce to fuel economic growth, entrepreneurialism, and innovation.”

Loyalist’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis houses Canada’s only federally supported Technology Access Centre for natural products and cannabis, and is a regional innovation hub for industry to access advanced instrumentation and subject-matter experts.

“Our Applied Research Centre provides student researchers with unprecedented access to work-integrated learning opportunities in a high-tech facility which broadens the range of their scientific aptitude and expands the breadth of their expertise,” said Ron Byrne, Loyalist College Senior Vice-President Academic. “We directly connect Bioscience and Cannabis Applied Science students with industry so they can network with future employers and begin their careers.”

The Applied Research Centre offers companies across Eastern Ontario a supportive, community-oriented platform from which to enhance their productivity, expand their reach and augment their competitiveness in the global market. In addition to income from industry partnerships, the Applied Research Centre is funded through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program, as well as the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI), the Ontario Research Fund (ORF), and the Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE).

To collaborate with Loyalist, one of Canada’s top 50 research colleges, please visit loyalistappliedresearch.com.

About Loyalist College

Loyalist is Ontario’s Destination College, empowering students, faculty, staff, and partners through experiential, industry cluster-based education, training and applied research programs. The College provides job-ready graduates for, and knowledge transfer to, industry and the community. Of 2017-18 Loyalist graduates, 88.5 percent were employed within six months after graduation. Located on more than 200 acres in the beautiful Bay of Quinte region, the College is perfectly positioned between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. Loyalist 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 is a key driver of social and economic health in eastern Ontario. It contributes 3.7 percent of the Gross Regional Product, representing $382 million annually to the regional economy – based on a March 2020 report by Emsi. For more information on Loyalist’s Belleville, Bancroft and Toronto campuses and Port Hope satellite location, visit YoureGoingPlaces.com.

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Contact: Kerry Lorimer, Director, Marketing, Communications and Recruitment
Loyalist College, klorimer@loyalistcollege.com, 613-969-1913, ext. 2536

Bioenterprise and Loyalist College Establish Partnership to Support Innovations in the Food & Cannabis Sectors

Posted on November 26, 2020 by wpadminLeave a comment

Bioenterprise and Loyalist College Establish Partnership to Support Innovations in the Food & Cannabis Sectors

Nov. 26, 2020 – Loyalist College and Bioenterprise: Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine have signed a Memorandum of Understanding solidifying their commitment to supporting small- to mediumsized enterprises (SMEs) across Canada. Bioenterprise and the Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis (ARC) at Loyalist College will work together to drive economic growth within the food and beverage, natural health products, cannabis, and hemp industries. Bioenterprise will help to connect innovative companies from across the country to the ARC, which offers industry expertise and services in process optimization, product development, extraction technologies, and analytical testing to ensure their client’s products are safe and efficacious. Furthermore, Bioenterprise and Loyalist College will work together to provide mentorship and advisory services to help SMEs successfully scale their business.

“Our partnership with Loyalist College will allow us to join forces and provide specialized expertise to the food, beverage, cannabis industries and related sectors,” says Dave Smardon, President and CEO of Bioenterprise. “We are seeing an increasing demand for analytical services in the natural products and cannabis sectors. This collaboration will ensure that we are providing stronger, more impactful support to members of Canada’s Food & Agri-Tech Engine.”

Loyalist College Receives Multi-Year Renewals of Health Canada Licenses for Cannabis Research

Posted on October 15, 2020 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist College Receives Multi-Year Renewals of Health Canada Licenses for Cannabis Research

Belleville, Ontario, October 15, 2020 – Loyalist College’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis (ARC) has received a five-year renewal of its federal license to conduct research under the Cannabis Act and Cannabis Regulations, and a three-year renewal of its license to conduct analytical testing. Loyalist’s ARC, which houses Canada’s only federally supported Technology Access Centre for natural products and cannabis, is a regional innovation hub for industry to access advanced instrumentation and subject-matter experts.

These renewals will support existing partnerships and foster the development of new collaborations with employers and academia to facilitate commercialization and transform research and development results into high-quality, consistent and safe products. The ARC also supports employers in building skilled workforces by providing Loyalist’s Bioscience and Cannabis Applied Science students with exceptional experiential learning opportunities, many of which turn into full-time employment. Students work on projects with both academic and industry personnel, investigating cannabis and a range of natural products covering extraction, isolation, formulation and advanced cultivation techniques.

In partnership with Quinte Economic Development Commission (QEDC) and other organizations, Loyalist supports the Bay of Quinte and larger natural products and cannabis sectors to generate regional socioeconomic benefits, and to provide opportunities for a new generation of innovators. Loyalist offers companies across Eastern Ontario a supportive, community-oriented platform from which to enhance their productivity, expand their reach and augment their competitiveness in the global market.

The rapid growth of Canada’s cannabis sector has increased demands for advanced technologies and expertise to facilitate work with small- to medium-sized licensed producers, to support method optimization, product development and testing. The ARC’s expertise in green extraction and analysis-based applied research reinforces the College’s leadership role in applied research initiatives around cannabis and commercially relevant natural products.

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“We appreciate Health Canada’s continued confidence in Loyalist’s ARC and are proud to be the first College with these multi-year license renewals. Loyalist currently has contracts or agreements to work with more than 25 organizations this year. These renewals help to extend our network to assist even more companies and drive innovation. With partnership growth comes enhanced opportunities for our Bioscience and Cannabis Applied Science students. They will be at the forefront of scientific developments which have the capacity to shape their bright futures.” – Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President and CEO

“Our collaboration with the ARC has been instrumental in the development of VIVO’s internal capacity for the analysis of cannabinoids, and this has resulted in improved operational efficiencies, increased product consistency and advancement of new product development efforts. Through this unique working relationship, we are pleased to share and exchange different operational perspectives to help light the path for future research advancements in cannabis processing technology.” – Gary McMullen, President, Napanee Cannabis Co. (VIVO Cannabis)

“We came to the ARC focused on creating a completely organic, gluten-free and vegan snack consistently infused with a controlled amount of cannabis, where the smell of the cannabis was masked. The ARC successfully developed a product formulation that enabled us to not only move onto sensory evaluation, but also patenting. We could not have taken this key step forward without the expertise of the ARC, and the ease in doing business with them.” – Elizabeth Kizer, President, Exhale Into Health

About Loyalist College’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis

Loyalist College’s Applied Research Centre for Natural Products and Medical Cannabis is an innovation hub helping industry collaborate with academia to transform the results of research into high-quality, consistent and safe products, solving their applied research challenges and building their applied research capabilities. The ARC offers companies across Eastern Ontario a supportive, community-oriented platform from which to enhance their productivity, expand their reach and augment their competitiveness in the global market. In addition to income from industry partnerships, the ARC is funded through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program, as well as the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) College-Industry Innovation Fund (CIIF).

About Loyalist College

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Contact: Kerry Lorimer, Director, Marketing, Communications and Recruitment

Loyalist College, klorimer@loyalistcollege.com, 613-969-1913, ext. 2536

Loyalist College Awarded NSERC Funding for Intergenerational Home Sharing Program

Posted on May 20, 2020 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist College Awarded NSERC Funding for Intergenerational Home Sharing Program

Belleville, Ontario, May 19, 2020 – Loyalist College has been awarded a $359,793 grant through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada’s (NSERC) College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program and College and Community Social Innovation Fund (CCSIF) for its ‘Intergenerational Home Sharing Program: College Students Co-living with Older Adults’ project proposal.

The three-year pilot project will develop an alternative housing model which promotes intergenerational living for Loyalist students and adults 55 years of age and older in Hastings and Prince Edward Counties. In particular, it will aim to pair international students who have been living in Canada for at least a year, with seniors who are home providers. The objective is to address housing availability and affordability issues, while exploring the potential to improve both students’ and seniors’ quality of life by reducing isolation and increasing their sense of belonging. The project will provide a unique opportunity for Social Service Worker students to participate as part of their program practicum and to learn about program planning and implementation, partnership development, assessment and counselling, conflict resolution and program evaluation.

Three community partners provided support for this project proposal, including Hastings Quinte Paramedic Services (HQPS), Hastings County Community and Human Services, and Quinte Immigration Services.

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“This innovative applied research project is based on the all-important premise of helping others. It creates an excellent opportunity for Loyalist to expand its regional partnerships and engage the community at large in our core values of caring and inclusivity. Together, we will help a potentially vulnerable population – students and seniors – by facilitating meaningful social connections and mutually beneficial living situations. Thank you to NSERC for their generous support, and congratulations to June MacDonald-Jenkins, Loyalist Dean of Health, Human and Justice Studies; Dr. Kim Bergeron, Principal Investigator; and their teams on this tremendous achievement.” – Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President and CEO

“Colleges play a pivotal and unique role within their communities by providing cutting-edge applied research expertise and state-of-the-art facilities that drive local innovation. These R&D collaborations contribute not only to the development and commercialization of new products and services for Canadians, but also the creation of new quality jobs and valuable training experience for our future generation of workers.” – Alejandro Adem, President, NSERC

“We know how damaging loneliness can be to our health, and how important connection is to our overall well-being, particularly when someone is starting a new life in a new country. A community-based solution like this will go a long way towards making life more affordable for many, and keeping Hastings and Prince Edward Counties growing and welcoming to everyone.” – Meghan Beatty, Senior Program and Client Services Manager, Quinte Immigration Services

About Loyalist College

Loyalist is Ontario’s Destination College, empowering students, faculty, staff, and partners through experiential, industry cluster-based education, training and applied research programs. The College provides job-ready graduates for, and knowledge transfer to, industry and the community. Of 2017-18 Loyalist graduates, 88.5 percent were employed within six months after graduation. Located on more than 200 acres in the beautiful Bay of Quinte region, the College is perfectly positioned between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. Loyalist 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 is a key driver of social and economic health in eastern Ontario. It contributes 5.8 percent of the Gross Regional Product, representing $465 million annually to the regional economy – based on an October 2018 report by Emsi. For more information on Loyalist’s Belleville and Bancroft campuses and Port Hope satellite location, visit YoureGoingPlaces.com.

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Contact: Kerry Lorimer, Director, Marketing, Communications and Recruitment
Loyalist College, klorimer@loyalistcollege.com, 613-969-1913, ext. 2536

Loyalist College and Northeastern University Announcement

Posted on December 5, 2019 by wpadminLeave a comment

Loyalist College and Northeastern University Announcement

December 05, 2019 – On Friday, December 6, Loyalist College and Northeastern University will announce a partnership designed to benefit Biosciences and Cannabis Applied Science students, and advance applied cannabis research at both institutions.

What: Loyalist College and Northeastern University Announcement
When: Friday, December 6, 2019, 9 – 10 am
Speakers: The Hon. Todd Smith, MPP, Bay of Quinte
Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President & CEO
Aliza Lakhani, Regional Dean & CEO, Northeastern University – Toronto
Where: Loyalist College, 2L49

Dr. Jared Auclair, Director of Biotechnology at Northeastern, will also be at Loyalist’s Belleville campus for the announcement, speaking with Loyalist Biosciences students about the need for more application-based cannabis research. Dr. Auclair directs the Biopharmaceutical Analysis Training Laboratory, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Center of Regulatory Excellence in Biotherapeutics and oversees the International Council for Harmonisation training. These appointments allow Dr. Auclair to collaborate with both academic researchers and industry in biopharmaceutical development and analysis, as well as international regulators on best practices and new advances in the regulatory sciences for drug approvals.

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About Loyalist College

Loyalist is Ontario’s Destination College, empowering students, faculty, staff, and partners through experiential, industry cluster-based education, training and applied research programs. The College provides job-ready graduates for, and knowledge transfer to, industry and the community. Of 2017-18 Loyalist graduates, 88.5 percent were employed within six months after graduation. Located on more than 200 acres in the beautiful Bay of Quinte region, the College is perfectly positioned between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. Loyalist 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 is a key driver of social and economic health in eastern Ontario. It contributes 5.8 percent of the Gross Regional Product, representing $465 million annually to the regional economy – based on an October 2018 report by Emsi. For more information on Loyalist’s Belleville and Bancroft campuses and Port Hope satellite location, visit YoureGoingPlaces.com.

Northeastern University – Toronto

Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experience-powered lifelong learning. Our world-renowned experiential approach empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create impact far beyond the confines of discipline, degree, and campus. Our locations—in Boston; the Massachusetts communities of Burlington and Nahant; Charlotte, North Carolina; London; the San Francisco Bay Area; Seattle; Toronto; and Vancouver—are nodes in our growing global university system. Through this network, we expand opportunities for student-centered, industry-aligned learning and collaborative, solutions-focused research. Northeastern’s downtown Toronto campus currently offers three online Master of Science programs that are in high demand among local employers—Project Management; Cybersecurity; and Regulatory Affairs for Drugs, Biologics, and Medical Devices. Tailored to Toronto’s needs as a world economic center, these degree programs offer working professionals a clear path to advancing their careers while staying with their current organizations: the flexibility of online education combined with the outstanding faculty, academic resources, and program support of a leading U.S. research institution.

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