Media releases

• Media invited to launch of Brock’s $100M SPARK initiative

  Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | By Brock University

  MEDIA ADVISORY — November 18, 2025 — R0135

  An event will be held next week to celebrate the launch of Brock’s more than $100-million clean infrastructure initiative — and media are invited to attend.

   Brock will host an on-campus celebration on Tuesday, Nov. 25 marking the start of SPARK (sustainability, performance, adaptation, renewal and knowledge) and highlighting the ways in which the three-year undertaking will position the University as a leader in climate action.

   Brock leadership will join representatives from SPARK partner organizations, including the Canadian Infrastructure Bank and Enbridge Sustain, to share details of the innovative collaboration that will advance the University’s commitment to build a sustainable future.

   Following the formal presentation, tours of Brock’s tunnels and spaces slated for retrofits through SPARK will take place. Interview opportunities with University leadership will also be available.

   Event details:

  What: SPARK initiative launch and celebration

  When: Tuesday, Nov. 25 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

  Where: Rankin Family Pavilion, Brock University, St. Catharines

  Who: Leaders from Brock University and SPARK partner organizations the Canadian Infrastructure Bank and Enbridge Sustain

   

  Media planning to attend are asked to contact Maryanne St. Denis at [email protected] to arrange parking.

  
  For more information or for assistance arranging interviews: 

  Maryanne St. Denis, Associate Director, Strategic Communications, Brock University, [email protected] or 905-246-0256 

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• Media invited to Chancellor’s Reception celebrating student success, donor impact

  Friday, November 14, 2025 | By Brock University

  MEDIA ADVISORY — November 14, 2025 — R0134 

  Media are invited to attend an event next week celebrating student success and the impact of student awards.

  Hosted by Brock University Chancellor Hilary Pearson, the evening will bring together University leadership, community supporters and students who have been impacted by donor generosity.

  Students will share how awards have shaped their academic journeys and brought them closer to achieving their dreams as they break through at Brock. The evening will also include a fireside chat between Pearson and Brock University President and Vice-Chancellor Lesley Rigg, who will discuss how community support enhances the student experience and opens doors to post-secondary education. 

  Event details: 

  What: Brock University Chancellor’s Reception celebrating student success and the impact of student awards

  When: Thursday, Nov. 20 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. 

  Where: Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate, Niagara-on-the-Lake

   

  Media are asked to confirm their attendance by emailing Maryanne St. Denis at [email protected]

  For more information or for assistance arranging interviews:

  Maryanne St. Denis, Associate Director, Strategic Communications, Brock University, [email protected] or 905-246-0256

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