Ribbon-Cutting Event Celebrates triOS College’s Partnership with Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village

TORONTO – triOS College is thrilled to celebrate an innovative partnership with Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village, supported by the Living Classroom grant, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the education and healthcare sectors, offering students an unparalleled opportunity to gain hands-on experience directly within a Long-Term Care (LTC) home while completing their education within that same LTC.

Held at Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village, where the innovative Living Classroom model will be implemented, the ribbon-cutting ceremony was attended by Deputy Mayor Philips of the City of St. Catharines, Jim Bradley, Regional Chair – St. Catharines, Jeff Hurst, on behalf of MPP Jennie Stevens, Carolyn Triemstra of the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA), Chantel Lyons, Program Manager at March of Dimes Canada, along with members of Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village and triOS College families. Attendees were able to tour the facility and learn about how this initiative integrates education into a long-term care/retirement home, fostering workforce development in senior living and creating a culture of shared learning and mutual benefit among students, faculty, residents, visitors, and staff.

“Our partnership with Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village represents a significant step forward in how we prepare our students for successful careers in healthcare,” said triOS President Stuart Bentley. “This hands-on approach not only equips our students with essential skills and real-world experience but also fosters meaningful connections within the community.”

“We are thrilled to host the delivery of the PSW program offered by triOS College,” said Claudia D’Jesus, Manager of Human Resources and Volunteer/Student Services at Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village. “This is an incredible opportunity, not only for the students but also for our residents and staff, who will become mentors for developing workforce-ready healthcare professionals. We look forward to creating a hub of excellence in senior care in partnership with triOS College.”

The Living Classroom initiative will offer Personal Support Worker (PSW) students a comprehensive learning environment, including theoretical lessons, practical labs, and hands-on placements. This ensures students are well-prepared for the workforce with the skills needed to deliver compassionate care. The program also offers immediate employment opportunities, fostering seamless transitions from education to practice, professional networking, and easier access to localized education.

The Living Classroom program is funded by the Government of Ontario and led by the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) through the Ontario Centres for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care (Ontario CLRI), in partnership with the Ontario Association of Adult and Continuing Education School Board Administrators (CESBA).

About Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village

Since 1959, Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village (NIGGV) has been a vibrant and welcoming retirement community in the heart of St. Catharines, Ontario. With a rich history and a strong commitment to quality care, NIGGV offers a range of accommodations and services designed to meet the diverse needs of seniors.

At NIGGV, our priority is the well-being and independence of our residents. Our community features a variety of living options, including independent living apartments, assisted living suites, and long-term care facilities. Each option is crafted to provide comfort, security, and a sense of home.

Our facilities are equipped with modern amenities and offer numerous recreational and social activities, ensuring that residents can engage in a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Dedicated to providing exceptional care, our professional and compassionate staff are on hand to support residents with personalized care plans. We strive to create a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

At Niagara Ina Grafton Gage Village, our mission is to enhance the quality of life for seniors by fostering a community that promotes dignity, independence, and active living.

For more information, visit our website at niagarainagrafton.ca.

About triOS College

The mission of triOS College Business Technology Healthcare Inc. is to help students become job-ready graduates. triOS College is a career college with 8 campuses across Ontario focused on providing practical hands-on training that students need to be successful in their chosen careers.

triOS College offers a wide variety of programs that are highly relevant in today’s job market within Business, Technology, Healthcare, Law, Supply Chain, and Gaming & Design. The program curriculum is extremely comprehensive and is uniquely developed with input from industry leaders to provide the highest quality education.

Together with its sister company Eastern College, the combined triOS network of campuses delivers career education throughout Ontario, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia as well as online across Canada.

Canadian-owned and operated, triOS College is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for fourteen years in a row. triOS has been awarded the Platinum designation for redefining post-secondary education by listening to students and employer needs to deliver effective results. Since its inception in 1992, triOS College has prepared over 40,000 job-ready graduates for rewarding careers.

For more information on triOS College’s program offerings campuses, and online programs please visit www.triOS.com.