For more than two decades, this annualevent has recognized outstanding businesses and professionals in the Niagararegion. UNF is honoured to be recognized as a finalist in the Excellence inBusiness Award: 26 Employees or More category.

“This recognition highlights not only thestrength of our vision and strategy, it is also a reflection of the incrediblework being done across our university and the strong connections we continue tobuild within the Niagara community. It is a privilege to be part of such asupportive region where collaboration and innovation thrive,” said CyndiMcLeod, President of UNF and CEO of GUS North America.

UNF welcomed its first intake of studentsin Spring 2024. With academic programs aligned to meet the demands of businessand industry, students gain the skills and knowledge needed to prepare them forleadership in a digital world.

Located in downtown Niagara Falls, theuniversity has more than 200 faculty and staff members contributing to itsvision of innovative education and research for a digital world.

Demonstrating a deep commitment tocommunity engagement, UNF has supported a number of organizations andinitiatives including Project SHARE, Community Care of St. Catharines andThorold, Pride Niagara, Alzheimer’s Society of Niagara, and Big Brothers BigSisters Niagara. The university has also developed pathways with other academicinstitutions in Niagara and built strong relationships with industry partnersacross the country.

Hosted by the Greater Niagara Chamber ofCommerce, the 2025 Niagara Business Achievement Awards ceremony took place onJune 18 at the Holiday Inn & Suites in St. Catharines. The full list ofaward finalists on the GNCC website. 

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