The Niagara Falls Innovation Hub

Join us for an exciting and inspiring Creative Workshop designed especially for girls aged 7 to 12! This in-person event offers a wonderful opportunity to explore creativity in a fun, welcoming and safe environment. …

Demo Day is back and bigger than ever — join us for a summer festival & innovation celebration right outside the NFIH. Niagara’s Biggest Innovation Celebration is Coming! Celebrate entrepreneurship, innovation, and community as the Niagara Falls Innovation Hub transforms Zimmerman Avenue into an outdoor innovation festival featuring startups, technology, food, networking, and a live pitch competition. Event Highlights 35+ startup and technology exhibitors Celebration of 55 graduating entrepreneurs Live Pitch Competition People’s Choice Awards Food Truck Music & Entertainment Startup Showcase Networking with founders, investors, mentors, alumni, and community leaders Event Agenda 5:00 PM | Doors Open & Registration Begins Guests are invited to check in, explore the startup showcase, visit exhibitor booths, and connect with innovators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders from across Niagara. 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Opening Ceremonies Join us for welcome remarks, special announcements, and a celebration of entrepreneurship, innovation, and the growing startup ecosystem in Niagara. 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Startup Pitch Competition Watch six innovative founders take the stage to pitch their businesses live to a panel of judges and a community audience. Featured Companies: Pure Botanica Company (Annie Hejripour, Founder) ASEL Inc. (Alvaro Benavides, Founder) Maman Biomedical (Latchmi Raghunanan, Co-Founder) L&R Auction (Lori Perri,Co-Founder) Reverse 1 Percent (RV1%) (Nikko Deschamps, Founder) The Courage 2 Be You (Mason Coates, Founder) Learn about emerging technologies, innovative products, and inspiring entrepreneurial journeys as founders compete for recognition and prizes. 8:00 PM | Kids Zone Closes The Kids Zone programming concludes for the evening. 8:15 PM | Pitch Competition Awards & Winner Announcement Join us as we recognize the outstanding pitches of the evening and announce the recipients of this year’s awards. Startup Showcase | 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM Throughout the evening, explore exhibitor booths, meet local entrepreneurs, discover innovative products and services, and build connections within Niagara’s growing innovation ecosystem. …

Join experts from the Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS) for this practical guide to workplace safety. Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or just starting out, workplace safety is crucial. Stella Nicastro-Greenough (WSPS) is your guide to mastering key safety regulations and best practices, helping you protect your team and ensure your business thrives. What You’ll Learn: Compliance basics Risk management Practical safety strategies Free information, tools, and templates Stay compliant, keep your team safe, and set your business up for success — secure your spot today! …