Office of Applied Research and Innovation

Lindsay, ON (March 5, 2025)—The 2025 Applied Research Expo at Fleming College’s Frost Campus in Lindsay brought together students, faculty, researchers, industry leaders, and community members from across Canada for a day of innovation, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing.

With over 150 registrants, attendees explored cutting-edge research, connected with local innovators, and took part in dynamic discussions on the future of applied research.

The event included research updates from Fleming’s Office of Applied Research and Innovation (OARI), which highlighted key milestones, including $3.5 million in newly awarded research funding since April 2024. A panel discussion featuring industry leaders RJ Taylor (Cedar Crest Trout Farms), Michael Deloyer (Horizon Aircraft), and Eric Morris (AUG Signals), explored how collaboration drives innovation.

Faculty presented applied research projects, emphasizing student contributions and industry collaborations. Guided tours of Fleming’s Centre for Innovative Aquaculture Production (CIAP) and the Centre for Advancement of Water and Wastewater Technologies (CAWT) gave attendees a firsthand look at groundbreaking research in action. At the Centre for Applied Machine Intelligence and Integration Technologies (CAMIIT) exhibit, guests interacted with cutting-edge robotics, including a robotic arm and a robot dog, showcasing advancements in automation and AI. External innovative organizations and poster displays offered additional opportunities for guests to explore applied research and collaboration opportunities.

Frost Campus, known for its environmental programs, provided the ideal backdrop for showcasing the applied research taking place at Fleming, reinforcing the connection between innovation, sustainability, and hands-on learning.

The Applied Research Expo was a testament to Fleming’s commitment to driving meaningful research with real-world impact. By fostering collaboration between students, faculty, and industry partners, the event showcased how applied research transforms ideas into solutions. Thank you to all our presenters, industry partners, and attendees for making this year’s event a success.

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. 

For more information, please contact: 
Juliette Arsenault
Research Outreach & Communications Coordinator—Office of Applied Research & Innovation
juliette.arsenault@flemingcollege.ca

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Lindsay, ON – (February 14, 2025) – Fleming College is excited to host its annual Applied Research Expo on Wednesday, February 26, at Frost Campus in Lindsay, Ontario. This event brings together researchers, faculty, students, industry leaders, and community members for a day of discovery, collaboration, and innovation.

This year’s theme, Collaboration for Innovation: Building Partnerships, Solving Problems, highlights the power of applied research in addressing real-world challenges through industry partnerships. Attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Hear from faculty members as they present their latest research in Research Talks.
• Gain insights from industry leaders in a panel discussion on their collaborations with Fleming’s research centres.
• Learn about applied research advancements at Fleming College and their contributions to industry innovation.
• Network with researchers, students, staff, and key industry stakeholders.
• Tour Fleming’s new Centre for Innovative Aquaculture Production (CIAP) and the Centre for Advancement of Water & Wastewater Technologies (CAWT).

Fleming College continues to see remarkable growth in research projects, faculty engagement, and industry collaborations. Researchers at the College are making significant contributions across various fields, including machine intelligence and advanced manufacturing, water and wastewater treatment, ecology and ecosystem management, policing, and aquaculture. The Applied Research Expo provides an opportunity to showcase these achievements while fostering new connections and inspiring future research initiatives.

This year’s Expo will feature a special focus on aquaculture, coinciding with the Indigenous Aquaculture Network Forum and Ontario Aquaculture Association (OAA) events also taking place at Frost Campus. Together, these gatherings will create a dynamic hub for knowledge exchange in sustainable aquaculture and fisheries management. Fleming College’s new CIAP facility is gaining recognition as a cutting-edge research space, designed to address pressing industry challenges in aquaculture and support Canada’s aquaculture sector in enhancing production and sustainability.

Whether you’re an industry professional, a student exploring career paths, or a community member interested in the latest innovations at Fleming College, there will be something for everyone.

The event is running from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on February 26. Registration is still open, with virtual options available for those unable to attend in person. Secure your spot by registering here.

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. 

For more information or for media requests, please contact:
Asher Lurie
Director of Communications
asher.lurie@flemingcollege.ca.

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Peterborough, ON (December 12, 2024) – Fleming College has earned recognition as one of Canada’s leading research institutions, ranking #31 on Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges list for 2024. This recognition highlights Fleming’s standing among the 213 colleges across Canada, underscoring an ongoing commitment to applied, industry-driven research.

The annual list, published by Research Infosource Inc., highlights colleges that excel in research initiatives and make significant contributions to Canada’s knowledge economy. This year’s rankings reflect research income from the 2022-2023 fiscal year, including grants, contracts, and third-party contributions, reflecting the collaborative efforts that drive innovation and discovery. During this period, Fleming College researchers secured over $4.1 million in external research funding.

“At Fleming, our applied research matters,” said Fleming College President Maureen Adamson. “Funders, industry leaders, and innovative small businesses recognize the quality and impact of our work, which is why our research program is so successful. Their trust and investment reflect not only the strength of our expertise and commitment to delivering innovative, practical solutions but also the tangible benefits our research brings to our region and beyond.”

Fleming College is home to three specialized applied research centres, each with a distinct focus that addresses key priorities for Ontario: innovative water and wastewater technologies, AI and applied machine intelligence, and sustainable aquaculture. Through these centres, Fleming College fosters partnerships that advance groundbreaking research, equip businesses with the tools to remain competitive and contribute to sustainable economic development across Ontario.

Fleming’s success goes beyond the research centres, with faculty-led applied research projects spanning a range of impactful fields including policing, healthcare, environmental conservation and community and social services. Many of these initiatives also provide students with paid opportunities to develop industry-relevant skills and gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge research projects.

Fleming College continues to excel by forging partnerships with industry and community stakeholders to address pressing environmental, technological and economic challenges. Its success in securing substantial external funding, along with its collaborative and forward-thinking approach, solidifies Fleming’s position as a key contributor to applied research in Canada.

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

Peterborough, ON (October 16, 2024) – The Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev) is providing $4 million to support industry-led research and development projects related to advanced manufacturing and clean growth. The announcement was made today by Vance Badawey, MP for Niagara Centre, and Chris Bittle, MP for St. Catharines.

The funding was awarded to SONAMI – Southern Ontario Network for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation. Fleming College, as a member of SONAMI, will receive a portion of the funding for projects in our Centre for Advancement of Water and Wastewater Technologies (CAWT) and/or Centre for Applied Machine Intelligence and Integration Technologies (CAMIIT). Both centres drive innovation in Ontario by fostering successful research partnerships with businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurs. Fleming’s collaboration with SONAMI will enable CAWT and CAMIIT to effectively assist local businesses in generating jobs, advancing commercialization, scaling operations and promoting innovative solutions.

Dr. Brett Goodwin, Executive Vice President, Applied Research and Innovation for Fleming College, visited Niagara College in Welland for the announcement. “This marks the third round of FedDev funding secured by SONAMI to be allocated among partner institutions. Through this collaboration, institutions are driving industry solutions and fostering innovation across southern Ontario,” says Goodwin. “With this support, Fleming College is empowered to help local businesses thrive through our high calibre research centres.”

Led by Niagara College, SONAMI is a network of post-secondary institutions who collaborate with industry partners to solve manufacturing-related challenges of small and medium-businesses through applied research. Other members of SONAMI include Centennial College, Conestoga College, Fanshawe College, George Brown College, Lambton College, McMaster University, Mohawk College, Niagara College, Queen’s University and Sheridan College.

Located at Fleming’s Sutherland Campus in Peterborough, CAMIIT is a leading-edge hub of applied research and technology development services for the private sector, government and non-governmental agencies and universities. CAMIIT’s areas of specialization and expertise include system design, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), edge computing, artificial intelligence and embedded systems.

The CAWT offers full support to wastewater technology companies from initial concept to successful completion. Based at Frost Campus in Lindsay, CAWT is a recognized Technology Access Centre (TAC), providing advanced equipment and a team of experts. A secondary, cutting-edge facility in Minden is designed to pilot up to six different wastewater technologies under cold-climate conditions.
Fleming College is appreciative of funding by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).

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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