In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed research breakthroughs involving wild yeast strains, rule changes in the Canadian Football League, proposed changes to Canada Post services, Canada recognizing the state of Palestine, new training for police officers and incivility in schools. Programming led by Brock researchers for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and a new exhibition at the Royal Ontario Museum were also featured in the media.

For this Niagara winemaker, the local terroir can stand on its own: Brock graduate Gabriel Demarco (BSc ’13) spoke to The Globe and Mail about new collaborative research on natural yeast isolates he is conducting with Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) Director Debbie Inglis. CCOVI tasting seminars happening at the Niagara Grape and Wine Festival were also featured in the St. Catharines Standard.

Changes to CFL field set for 2027 season: Associate Professor of Sport Management Michael Naraine spoke to CBC Radio One about the phasing in of new Canadian Football League rules. He also spoke to CHCH News about the Toronto Blue Jays’ playoff bid.

Ottawa gives Canada Post green light to permanently end home mail delivery: Professor of Labour Studies Larry Savage spoke to the Toronto Star about the latest development in the ongoing Canada Post labour dispute.

Canada recognizes Palestinian statehood despite threats from the U.S.: Associate Professor of Political Science Stefan Dolgert spoke to CHCH News about Canada’s recognition of a Palestinian state ahead of the United Nations General Assembly.

Ontario mandates Laurier-developed mental health crisis response training for police: Assistant Professor of Applied Disabilities Studies Lisa Whittingham’s (BA ’07, MA ’17, PhD ’24) contributions to the Mental Health Crisis Response Education and Applied Training Program were featured in Cambridge Today.

Brock researcher highlights importance of civility in schools: Incivility research by Natalie Spadafora (BA ’13, BEd ’13, MA ’15, PhD ’21), Assistant Professor in Brock University’s Department of Child and Youth Studies, was featured in Pelham Today and Niagara-on-the-Lake Local.

Niagara Falls to glow orange for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: An upcoming educational program led by Assistant Professor of History Josh Manitowabi was featured in Pelham Today, Nation Talk and The Niagara-on-the-Lake Local. Coverage of Brock’s month of programming in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was also featured in Academica.

Milton’s Crawford Lake to headline new year-long exhibit at the ROM: A new science exhibition at the Royal Ontario Museum, related to research conducted by Professor of Earth Sciences Francine McCarthy, was featured in Milton Today and Oakville Now.