Fleming College

Peterborough, ON (October 30, 2024) – Fleming College marked the 10th anniversary of the Kawartha Trades and Technology Centre (KTTC) with a special community impact and appreciation event last week.

Local community partners, alumni, and donors were invited to celebrate the impact the KTTC has had during its 10 years on students, staff and the community. The KTTC provides a new annual economic impact of $32.2 million for the local community and has had 4,200 students graduate from programs that utilize the space.
The KTTC provides students with the space and resources to take their education to the next level by allowing for critical experiential, hands-on learning that is critical for their success both academically and in their future careers.

The event kicked off with a video retrospective of the KTTC, from construction up to present day. Following that, President Maureen Adamson spoke to both KTTC’s impact over the past ten years, but also the important role it will play in Fleming’s future, such as through the expansion of its skilled trade portfolio as outlined in the recently launched strategic plan.

Executive Vice President, Academic Experience, Theresa Knott spoke about the School of Trades and Technology and the critical collaborations with community partners, and then Dean, School of Health & Community Services, Nick Stone provided remarks focused on the future of applied health and how Fleming’s School of Health and Community Services will play an integral role in solving Ontario’s health human resources shortage and other healthcare issues facing Ontarians.

The community impact and appreciation event ended with a powerful video demonstrating the impact donor and community support has directly on students, followed by a tour of the KTTC space.

Students and faculty were also able to celebrate the ten-year anniversary of the KTTC at an on-campus event held on October 16th.

Lindsay, ON (October 29, 2024) – Members of the community are invited to come out and help celebrate 40 years of logging heritage, competition and fun at the annual Fleming Phoenix loggersports competition.

The 40th anniversary of the loggersports competition takes place on Saturday, November 2 at the Loggersports Field at the Frost Campus in Lindsay and members of the Fleming Phoenix team are excited to put their skills to the test.

Admission to the competition is free and members of the public can come out and see events that include log throwing, wood chopping, pole climbing, and axe throwing.

Opening ceremonies begin at 8 a.m., with the ceremonial “cookie cut” kicking off the event. In honour of the 40th anniversary of the event, this year’s cookie cutters are siblings Jennifer and Jim Hermer, children of Frank Hermer, one of the founders of Fleming’s loggersports. Jennifer is currently the Academic Chair for Fleming’s School of Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences (SENRS). Jim is a Fleming graduate who has worked for more than 25 years in arboriculture, starting with the City of Kawartha Lakes and currently for the Town of Ajax.

The loggersports competition will kick off at 8:30 a.m. and run until 4 p.m. A blasting demonstration will also take place at 1 p.m. as the competition coincides with Fleming’s Open House.

The Fleming Phoenix will compete against schools including McGill University, University of New Brunswick, Dalhousie University, Lakehead University, University of Toronto, and Algonquin College.

The competition falls under the Canadian Intercollegiate Lumberjacking Association (CILA).

For media enquiries, please contact:
Asher Lurie
Director, Communications
asher.lurie@flemingcollege.ca

About Fleming College
Fleming College respectfully acknowledges that we are situated on Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg lands and territory. Located in the heart of Central Ontario, Fleming College has campus locations in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg and Haliburton. Named for famous Canadian inventor and engineer Sir Sandford Fleming, the college features more than 100 full-time programs in Arts and Heritage, Business, Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, General Arts and Sciences, Health and Wellness, Justice and Community Development, Skilled Trades and Technology, and Continuing Education. Fleming College has more than 6,800 full-time and 10,000 part-time students, and 80,000 alumni.

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Peterborough, ON (October 21, 2024) –?Fleming College has released “Fleming F1rst”, its new strategic plan, providing a clear vision for college renewal. The aim is to provide a compelling student experience for all learners with a focus on their chosen fields of excellence. The plan also highlights Fleming’s aim to achieve operational effectiveness, ensuring a sustainable future.

There are nine priority areas of impact that will serve as the plan’s focus, each with a tactical and measurable approach to achieving the goals in each area. The plan aligns with Fleming’s vision statement – to be a nimble and dynamic college, leading Ontario in applied health, skilled trades education, and applied research.

“This plan is a compass, guiding our direction. There are many opportunities for growth and innovation,” says Fleming’s President Maureen Adamson. “We are confident that we will achieve our shared vision of excellence, opportunity, and success in our region and beyond.”

The strategic plan, which was developed through comprehensive engagement with staff, students, and community partners, centres its priority areas of impact around the values that Fleming embodies – community, courage, innovation, and inclusiveness.

With a renewed focus on areas including enhancing and growing its skilled trades program portfolio, expanding applied research, and developing a leadership position in applied health education, this strategic plan positions Fleming to be an academic and community leader while ensuring the ongoing growth and success of its students.

“Central to our mission is the pursuit of innovation and excellence,” notes Don Gillespie, Chair, Fleming’s Board of Governors. “Through rigorous programming, leading-edge research, and experiential learning opportunities, we will empower our students with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities needed to succeed in an ever-changing world.”

You can read Fleming’s full strategic plan on its new microsite.

For media enquiries, please contact:
Asher Lurie
Director, Communications
asher.lurie@flemingcollege.ca

About Fleming College
Fleming College respectfully acknowledges that we are situated on Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg lands and territory. Located in the heart of Central Ontario, Fleming College has campus locations in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg and Haliburton. Named for famous Canadian inventor and engineer Sir Sandford Fleming, the college features more than 100 full-time programs in Arts and Heritage, Business, Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, General Arts and Sciences, Health and Wellness, Justice and Community Development, Skilled Trades and Technology, and Continuing Education. Fleming College has more than 6,800 full-time and 10,000 part-time students, and 80,000 alumni.

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Peterborough, ON (October 21, 2024) – Fleming College is hosting open houses across all its campuses to give prospective students a chance to learn about any programs of interest, chat with current students and faculty, and tour the grounds.

The Sutherland Campus in Peterborough will have its open house on Friday, October 25 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., while the Frost Campus (Lindsay), Haliburton Campus and the Eastern Ontario Training Academy (Norwood) will be hosting their open houses on Saturday, November 2 from 10 a.m. – 1.p.m.

Whether you’re an aspiring healthcare professional, exploring a career in the trades, or wanting to help shape your community, exploring Fleming’s workshops, labs, learning spaces and other facilities is a perfect first step to learning about life at Fleming.

Visitors to the Sutherland Campus open house will have the opportunity to take guided tours of the campus and residence suites, and can visit the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre, where membership is provided to full-time Fleming students. As an added bonus, the first 50 prospective students to apply in-person will have their application fees waived.

For those attending the open house at the Frost Campus in Lindsay, you can look forward to a number of exciting events, including entering for a chance to explode pumpkins with the Blasting Techniques program. In addition, you can check out the Varsity Loggersports team at the 40th annual Loggersports tournament.
Along with these special attractions, visitors can also take guided tours of the campus, residence suites, and Lindsay Recreation Complex. Students and staff will also be around to answer any questions you may have and talk about any programs of interest. The first 25 applicants to apply in-person will not pay application fees.

At the Haliburton School of Art + Design open house, visitors will be able to explore the engaging art studios, the Centre for Making, and visit the world-renowned Haliburton Sculpture Forest.

Those interested in pursuing a career in firefighting can visit the Eastern Ontario Emergency Training Academy in Norwood, and talk to the faculty, staff and students who make up Fleming’s Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training program.

Information about financial aid, residence, off-campus housing, and post-secondary life in our campus communities will be available at each campus.

Running concurrently at Sutherland’s open house is a College Information Program (CIP) event through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS), where 24 Ontario colleges will have representatives available to answer questions and share information from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Any media wishing to attend any of Fleming’s open houses can contact Director, Communications Asher Lurie at asher.lurie@flemingcollege.ca.

About Fleming College
Fleming College respectfully acknowledges that we are situated on Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg lands and territory. Located in the heart of Central Ontario, Fleming College has campus locations in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg and Haliburton. Named for famous Canadian inventor and engineer Sir Sandford Fleming, the college features more than 100 full-time programs in Arts and Heritage, Business, Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, General Arts and Sciences, Health and Wellness, Justice and Community Development, Skilled Trades and Technology, and Continuing Education. Fleming College has more than 6,800 full-time and 10,000 part-time students, and 80,000 alumni.

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PETERBOROUGH, ON (October 17, 2024) — Miranda Water Technologies (Miranda), a pioneer in wastewater and water purification solutions, announced today a new partnership with Fleming College. Together, they will develop a SmartCell Control Module to enhance Miranda's Miracell® Rotating Biological Contactor (RBC), improving efficiency, sustainability, and performance in wastewater treatment.

The SmartCell Control Module will refine the Miracell® RBC's data analytics capabilities, allowing for predictive waste profiling that boosts system performance and efficiency. It will offer real-time monitoring and advanced automation designed for new installations and retrofits, increasing system reliability, reducing operational costs, and creating more consistent wastewater treatment results.

"We are thrilled to partner with Fleming College to advance our SmartCell Control technology," said Michael Skinner, CEO of Miranda Water Technologies. "By leveraging our advanced wastewater treatment systems alongside the expertise of Fleming’s Centre for Applied Machine Intelligence and Integration Technologies (CAMIIT), as well as the Centre for Advancement of Water and Wastewater Technologies (CAWT), we are addressing a critical need for more efficient wastewater solutions. This partnership is a major step forward in driving innovation in sustainable water management, ensuring communities have smarter systems ready for future challenges."

The announcement took place at Fleming College's Kawartha Trades and Technology Centre (KTTC), a state-of-the-art facility designed to foster collaboration between industry and education in construction trades and technology. Its unique integration of theoretical instruction and hands-on experience provided the perfect backdrop for unveiling this groundbreaking partnership.

Maureen Adamson, President of Fleming College, highlighted the broader impact of the collaboration, stating, "Partnering with forward-thinking companies like Miranda Water Technologies allows Fleming College to address critical challenges while giving our students invaluable hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies. This partnership exemplifies how Fleming is shaping the future of technology needed for sustainable, resilient communities."

Located at Fleming College’s Peterborough campus, CAMIIT was established in 2020 and has rapidly grown as a regional leader in advanced technologies research and development. Driving innovation by helping industry partners develop and advance solutions, CAMIIT’s research enhances real-time monitoring, data processing, system efficiency, and optimizes operations for informed decision-making.

Fleming College’s CAWT hosts an impressive suite of analytical instruments, accredited facilities, and a team of expert researchers dedicated to water and wastewater innovation. With facilities in Lindsay and Minden, the CAWT is a driving force in advancing water and wastewater technology, quality, and management across Canada, while also offering top-tier training and hands-on learning opportunities for student researchers.

In addition to the partnership announcement, Miranda Water Technologies unveiled its next-generation Miracell® RBC system during the event. This compact, efficient, and odourless wastewater treatment system, designed to support communities ranging from 20 to 1,500 homes, uses Rotating Biological contactor (RBC) Technology to treat wastewater through a natural, biological process. Miracell® has already been deployed in over 40 countries across six continents, demonstrating its global impact on sustainable wastewater management.

About Fleming College
Fleming College respectfully acknowledges that we are situated on Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg lands and territory. Located in the heart of Central Ontario, Fleming College has campus locations in Peterborough, Lindsay, Cobourg and Haliburton. Named for famous Canadian inventor and engineer Sir Sandford Fleming, the college features more than 100 full-time programs in Arts and Heritage, Business, Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, General Arts and Sciences, Health and Wellness, Justice and Community Development, Skilled Trades and Technology, and Continuing Education. Fleming College has more than 6,800 full-time and 10,000 part-time students, and 80,000 alumni.

About Miranda Water Technologies
Miranda Water Technologies, a subsidiary of Viva Industries Inc., is a global leader in reusable water solutions, specializing in energy-efficient and environmentally friendly systems that support water conservation worldwide. With offices in Peterborough, Ontario, and Ankara, Türkiye, Miranda serves residential, commercial, and industrial sectors with cutting-edge technologies, including the Miracell® Rotating Biological Contactor (RBC), R/OCell® Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems, and Air-to-Water. Miranda has deployed over 1,200 systems across 40 countries, demonstrating its commitment to delivering sustainable, reusable water solutions globally. Learn more at www.mirandawater.com.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Asher Lurie
Director, Communications, Fleming College
Phone: 705-928-6320
Email: asher.lurie@flemingcollege.ca

Catia Da Silva Skinner
CMO, Miranda Water Technologies
Phone: +1 705-313-5923
Email: c.skinner@mirandawater.ca