Niagara Parks School of Horticulture to Offer New Opportunities for Student Enrollment

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• Niagara Parks School of Horticulture will now offer registration through OCAS

• Integration with OCAS will enhance visibility and ease of registration for Ontario secondary and post-secondary students seeking a career in horticultural studies

Niagara Falls, ON – Students seeking to enroll in the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture will now be able to do so through OCAS. This integration will provide a streamlined application process for student applicants, while also raising awareness and exposure for the School.

The Niagara Parks School of Horticulture has an 80-year history of delivering innovative, experiential learning opportunities to its students, building a reputation as an industry leader and being recognized by the Ontario College of Trades through the Horticultural Technician Apprenticeship Qualification. The School offers students a three-year diploma with co-op training, working as paid apprentices at Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens.

Niagara Parks CEO, David Adames views this agreement as an important step in the continued growth and success of the School. “This partnership will help ensure that all Ontario students seeking a career on horticulture are aware of the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture and the unique learning opportunities that we offer here,” said Adames. “We look forward to working with OCAS to increase the visibility of our program, while making the application process as efficient as possible for students.”

About Niagara Parks

Since its establishment in 1885, Niagara Parks has remained a self-financed agency of the Ontario Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries, entrusted to preserve and protect the land surrounding Niagara Falls and the Niagara River. Today, Niagara Parks boasts gardens, a horticulture school, recreation, golf courses, restaurants, heritage and historic sites, gift shops and, of course, Niagara Falls. In short, natural landscapes, history, family fun, hiking, culinary delights, attractions and adventure.

For more information, please visit niagaraparks.com or contact:
Chris Giles
Acting Manager, Communications and Stakeholder Relations
cgiles@niagaraparks.com
(905) 809-0182