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SUMMARY:State of the Region
DESCRIPTION:The State of the Region event with Niagara Regional Chair Bob Gale is a premier gathering of Niagara’s influential business leaders\, community members\, and elected officials\, offering a unique opportunity to network with the region’s key decision-makers. \nThis event will feature Chair Gale’s comprehensive overview of the current economic conditions\, along with insights into key initiatives and projects aimed at fostering growth and development. Attendees will have the chance to engage in meaningful discussions on the region’s future\, sharing ideas on how to strategically position Niagara for continued success. The State of the Region event is a dynamic and informative gathering\, highlighting the region’s strengths\, and fostering collaboration to shape a prosperous future
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/state-of-the-region/
LOCATION:Sheraton Fallsview Hotel\, 5875 Falls Avenue\, Niagara Falls\, Ontario\, L2G3K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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SUMMARY:Supporting and Welcoming Newcomers into the Canadian Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Hear from four panelists from the YMCA will bring their personal experiences and knowledge in working with newcomers from around the world. The discussion will center on ways to better support newcomers as they integrate into the Canadian workforce. \nWe’ll explore common barriers\, strategies to overcome them\, and approaches to fostering culturally inclusive and welcoming workplaces.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/supporting-and-welcoming-newcomers-into-the-canadian-workforce/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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SUMMARY:Neuro-Inclusive Recruitment & Management
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Specialisterne\, this session will introduce the concept of neurodiversity\, including various diagnoses and identities\, and foster the use of inclusive language when discussing neurodiversity. It will highlight the benefits of a neurodiverse workforce by focusing on capabilities rather than limitations. Participants will be able to identify barriers faced by neurodivergent candidates in the recruitment process. You will learn about inclusive recruitment practices\, including how to write accessible job postings and use inclusive language within their organizations. The session will explore accessible workplace communication and environments.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/neuro-inclusive-recruitment-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T120000
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SUMMARY:Disability Literacy 101: Inclusion Education for the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, Jeff Tiessen will guide participants toward progressive\, unbiased and fresh perspectives when it comes to disability through authentic lived experience and storytelling. In keeping with a Growth Mindset philosophy\, Tiessen champions inclusion culture with content that provides comfort and confidence when engaging with colleagues and customers with various disabilities. Discover nuances of disability language and explore disability etiquette\, gain new strategies to challenge ableist beliefs and unconscious bias\, and insights into well-intentioned micro-aggressions and “inspiration exhaustion”. A catalyst for employee empathy\, engagement and allyship.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/disability-literacy-101-inclusion-education-for-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251211T113000
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SUMMARY:Niagara Workforce Coalition Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Come together with fellow coalition members and community partners for our Workforce Coalition Breakfast! This gathering is all about celebrating progress\, sharing success stories\, and connecting over the exciting work happening across our network. Enjoy breakfast\, conversation\, and inspiration as we continue building a stronger\, more vibrant workforce community.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/niagara-workforce-coalition-breakfast/
LOCATION:White Oaks Resort & Spa\, 253 Taylor Road\, Niagara-on-the-Lake\, Ontario\, L0S 1J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Work & Employment
ORGANIZER;CN="Niagara Workforce Collective":MAILTO:info@workforcecollective.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T100000
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Recruitment and Hiring Training In Person Series
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn about inclusive recruitment and hiring practices in four sessions antiracism\, newcomers\, disability\, and neurodiversity.\n\n\n\nIn this two day\, four part series you will learn about how to incorporate inclusive practices into your recruitment and hiring processes. This event is organized by Niagara Region for the Niagara Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Community of Practice member organizations. \nOn Dec. 9 Sherri Darlene will discuss Anti-Racism Recruitment and Hiring is her presentation\, Fibres in the Fabric starting at 10 am. Network with other participants over a buffet lunch. After lunch starting at 1 pm listen to a panel of professionals from YMCA discuss supporting and welcoming newcomers into the Canadian workforce.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/inclusive-recruitment-and-hiring-training-in-person-series/
LOCATION:White Oaks Resort & Spa\, 253 Taylor Road\, Niagara-on-the-Lake\, Ontario\, L0S 1J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Recruitment and Hiring Training In Person Series
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn about inclusive recruitment and hiring practices in four sessions antiracism\, newcomers\, disability\, and neurodiversity.\n\n\n\nIn this two day\, four part series you will learn about how to incorporate inclusive practices into your recruitment and hiring processes. This event is organized by Niagara Region for the Niagara Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Community of Practice member organizations. \nOn January 15\, 2026\, join Jeff Tiessen from Mindset to discuss Disability Literacy 101: Inclusion Education for the Workplace. Join a buffet lunch from noon to 1pm. Then listen to Specialisterne about Neuro-Inclusive Recruitment and Management.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/inclusive-recruitment-and-hiring-training-in-person-series-2/
LOCATION:White Oaks Resort & Spa\, 253 Taylor Road\, Niagara-on-the-Lake\, Ontario\, L0S 1J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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SUMMARY:2025 Niagara Economic Summit
DESCRIPTION:Navigating Global Shifts: Niagara’s Moment to Lead\nIn a time of change\, we’re gathering at this year’s Niagara Economic Summit not only to ask how we’ll navigate these currents\, but how we’ll master them and take the lead. Join our region’s business\, government\, and non-profit leaders\, with experts and trusted voices at the region’s premier economic forum to define how Niagara can adapt and thrive in an era of global change. \nQuestions abound over trade\, supply chains\, the workforce\, innovation\, infrastructure and more\, and we’re determined to find the answers. We know you want to hear them\, but more importantly\, we know you’ve got answers to offer too. This is your invitation to engage\, challenge\, and shape that conversation. \nPlease register now to reserve your spot while you can as our Summit sells out every year!
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/2025-niagara-economic-summit/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Work & Employment
ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:info@gncc.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251023T210000
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SUMMARY:We Lend a Hand
DESCRIPTION:We Lend a Hand: The Forgotten Story of the Ontario Farmerettes tells the true and forgotten story of the Ontario Farm Service Force\, 40\,000 volunteer teenage girls who ensured critical food production continued during the most perilous period of modern history. \nThrough reenactments and unique archival images\, this heartwarming film recounts the story of these magnificent young women\, now in their late 90s\, bringing back their most cherished memories\, while reminding us – perhaps for the last time – that service comes in many forms. This event has been made possible through the generosity of our Presenting Sponsors: Vineland Growers’ Co-Operative\, Historical Society of St. Catharines\, and Niagara Federation of Agriculture.For more information\, visit welendahand.ca
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/we-lend-a-hand/
LOCATION:First Ontario Performing Arts Centre\, 250 St. Paul Street\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2r3m2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Culture and Heritage,Environment,Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T120000
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SUMMARY:The Inclusive Edge: It's A Good I.D.E.A. An EDI Learning Series
DESCRIPTION:Fort Erie’s Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion Coalition presents the “The Inclusive Edge: It’s A Good I.D.E.A.” EDI Learning Series! \nLocal Businesses: this is your opportunity to lead inclusively. Three powerful sessions. One shared goal: a better more inclusive Niagara. \nEvent Details: \nSession 1: \n Thursday\, September 18\, 2025 \n 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \n Online Webinar – Featuring Jeff A.D. Martin – https://jeffadmartin.com/ \nSession 2: \n Thursday\, October 2\, 2025 \n 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM \n Online Webinar – Featuring Chris McQueen\, CAO\, Town of Fort Erie \nSession 3: \n Thursday\, October 30\, 2025 \n 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM \n In-Person at Fort Erie Leisureplex Includes a light breakfast\, panel discussion with local changemakers\, and a hands-on collaborative session. Jeff A.D. Martin will also be attending this portion of the event! \nWe hope you will join us! Click here to Register today!
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/the-inclusive-edge-its-a-good-i-d-e-a-an-edi-learning-series/
LOCATION:Fort Erie Leisureplex Banquet Hall\, 3 Municipal Drive\, Fort Erie\, ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Learning & Education,Safety and Security,Work & Employment
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250918T163000
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Data Capacity Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Nonprofit Data Capacity Summit brings together nonprofit staff & leaders\, intermediaries\, funders and government for a day of engaging and meaningful cross-sector conversations. \nThe summit is designed to foster collaboration and offer strategies to help strengthen the sector’s capacity to create data-informed impact for the communities they serve. \nThe day will feature insightful presentations from leaders in the field and funding partners\, along with breakout sessions focused on building data capacity\, sharing tools and resources\, and exploring what a more connected\, equitable future state of nonprofit data could look like.
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/nonprofit-data-capacity-summit/
LOCATION:Marriot Courtyard Downtown Toronto\, 475 Yonge St\, Toronto\, ON\, M4Y 1X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Community Safety,Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251111T133000
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SUMMARY:Kick-Starting Entrepreneurship - Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about launching a small business and looking to learn the key aspects of entrepreneurship?\nJoin the Brock LINC for a series of workshops designed for young entrepreneurs to learn about the key areas of entrepreneurship and starting a business. \nThese workshops are open to anyone interested in learning more about how to get started as an entrepreneur. \nAll workshops are from 12:00 – 1:30 pm. \nParticipation can be in-person or online. \nThere is no cost to attend\, and registration is required. \nThe full list of dates\, topics\, and sign-up form) HERE
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/kick-starting-entrepreneurship-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Brock University – Main Campus – Rankin Family Pavilion\, 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way - Room 214/215\, St. Catharines\, ON\, L2T 4C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning & Education,Work & Employment
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250727
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SUMMARY:Red Ribbon Open
DESCRIPTION:Positive Living Niagara is a registered charity dedicated to fostering a compassionate and inclusive community that supports individuals at risk and affected by HIV\, Hepatitis C\, Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections (STBBIs)\, and substance use. Through harm reduction\, prevention\, education\, and person-centered support\, we empower individuals and promote overall well-being across the Niagara region. \nWe are thrilled to introduce the First Annual Red Ribbon Open Charity Golf Event\, an exciting new initiative dedicated to raising vital funds to support our programs and services. This event presents a unique opportunity for businesses like yours to make a meaningful impact while gaining valuable exposure and community recognition. \nFor more information please click here 
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/red-ribbon-open/
LOCATION:Willodell Golf Club of Niagara\, 10325 Willodell Rd\, Niagara Falls\, ON\, L0S1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Belonging,Community Safety,Environment,Giving & Leadership,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education,Recreation & Sports,Work & Employment
ORGANIZER;CN="Postitive Living Niagara":MAILTO:tstorm@positivelivingniagara.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T210000
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SUMMARY:Positive Living Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the hilarious David Green (yes\, that David Green from Canada’s Got Talent)\, this event is shaping up to be a night of laughs\, snacks\, good company\, and most importantly — support for the life-changing work Positive Living Niagara does. \nJoin us for Positive Living Niagara’s Trivia Night Fundraiser and put your knowledge to the test! Gather your team\, enjoy a fun-filled evening of friendly competition\, and support a great cause. Whether you’re a trivia whiz or just in it for the laughs\, this event promises excitement\, great food\, and awesome prizes! \nFor more information click here
URL:https://www.niagaraknowledgeexchange.com/event/positive-living-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Spotlight Comedy Club\, 92 St. Paul St\, St. Catharines\, Ontario\, L2R 3M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Belonging,Community Safety,Giving & Leadership,Health and Wellness,Learning & Education,Recreation & Sports,Volunteering,Work & Employment
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