Welcome! Nigel Corish, Project Manager Canadian Food and Wine Institute Innovation Centre

Agenda Introduction to Niagara College Research & Innovation CFWI Innovation Centre Funded research Discussion

Supporting Innovation in Business and Industry

Providing innovative solutions to business and industry through applied research and knowledge transfer, in partnership with Niagara College faculty and students.

Leadership role in economic revitalization - SMEs (small and medium-sized businesses) make up more than 90 per cent of Canada’s businesses Enhance the quality of our academic programs and professional development of college personnel Support the development of applied research competencies of our students Applied Research Goals

Areas of Specialization Advanced Manufacturing Digital Media and Information Technologies Agriculture and Environment Food and Beverage Innovation Business and Commercialization Solutions

 Product and Process Applied Research  Proof of Concept  Product Testing  Engineering Design  Technology Development  Piloting and Problem-solving  Developing and Testing Prototypes  Environmental Assessment  Business Services Supporting Innovation

 Business Services  Market Intelligence  Marketing or Communication Strategies  Advertising and Promotional Plans  Market Research, Survey Development  Industry/Competitive Analysis  Creating Prospect Lists  HR Training Manuals, Health & Safety Plans  Web Design & Development  Promotional Materials Supporting Commercialization

Food and Beverage Innovation

Food & Beverage Innovation CFWI Innovation Centre Mandate : Support the revitalization of the local economy and beyond by providing SMEs with the opportunity to leverage Niagara College’s resources and capabilities in food and beverage innovation. Current Funding: Canadian Food & Wine Institute ($2.3 million, 5-year grant) NSERC CCI Culinary & Food Science Labs ($1.7 million in infrastructure) CFI & ORF Industry contributions toward projects We serve: SMEs in food and beverage industries (e.g., hops growers, craft brewers, etc.) Focus on local and regional businesses, with a national scope

Food & Beverage Innovation What we do: Collaborate with SMEs to develop or improve food and beverage products and services, AND assist in commercialization by applying the following research capabilities: Product and process development Consumer testing and sensory analysis Shelf-life analysis Food and beverage analysis Labelling and packaging assistance Food and beverage regulatory assistance Business services and commercialization

Anatomy of a Project Feasibility Meeting Faculty Decision Scope Meeting Creating team Intake Regular interaction with student researchers Bi-weekly Team Meeting Touch points with partner Research Review and comment Presentation to partner Support student researchers Report

PROJECT Faculty Lead Project Manager Researchers Industry Partner

Development of 0.0% Craft Lager

MADD Virgin Drinks MVD markets various N/A bevs Not satisfied with existing beer product About: Develop 0.0% alcohol beer with flavour Co-packer process Challenge: Concept to commercialization Solution:

Pulse Electric Field Pasteurization Validation Study

University of Waterloo Pasteurization technology for craft/micro brewers Developed by UW with major brewery About : Is technology effective in pasteurizing? Does technology impact sensory profiles? Challenge: Validation study including sensory evaluation and consumer panel Solution:

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