MEDIA RELEASE: 18 January 2021 – R0008
Brock University and HOPA Ports (the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority) are joining forces to provide new educational opportunities for students while also strengthening the future of Niagara’s economy.
The two organizations will formalize their partnership by introducing a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during a virtual event on Friday, Jan. 22 at 9:30 a.m.
Offering port and marine assets on the Great Lakes, HOPA Ports develops multimodal spaces to support Ontario’s industries, facilitate trade and build prosperous working waterfronts.
HOPA Ports recently announced an expansion into Niagara, with plans to showcase the region’s prime access to road, water and rail transportation.
Leaders from Brock and HOPA Ports will discuss the collaboration and its benefits not only for both organizations, but also for the local community during the online event.
Anyone wishing to attend virtually is asked to RSVP by email to comengage@brocku.ca
What: Collaboration announcement and virtual introduction of a Memorandum of Understanding
Who: Brock University and HOPA Ports
When: Friday, Jan. 22 at 9:30 a.m.
Where: Online through Zoom
RSVP: By emailing comengage@brocku.ca
For more information or for assistance arranging interviews:
* Dan Dakin, Manager Communications and Media Relations, Brock University ddakin@brocku.ca or 905-347-1970
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