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Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce

About NEXTNiagara

NEXTNiagara is a GNCC Advisory Council that empowers young professionals by representing, engaging, and amplifying the voice of Niagara’s 40 and under community. 

MISSION: Empowering Young Professionals

VISION: To see Niagara grow as a vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous community where the NEXT generation of leaders feel connected, represented, and engaged.

VALUES: Inclusive, Equitable, Forward-Thinking, Committed

NEXTNiagara is your place to:

  • Connect through networking opportunities
  • Advocate for issues that impact young professionals in the region
  • Engage in personal and professional development opportunities

Key Partner

The ENGAGE Report

We’re pleased to share our report on the evolving landscape of workforce dynamics of young professionals within the Niagara region. The NEXTNiagara Council was excited to host ENGAGE in fall 2023, a groundbreaking event aimed at fostering meaningful conversations between young professionals and employers to help create exceptional workspaces that address the evolving needs of the workforce.

This event served as a platform for mutual understanding, innovation and collaboration. Our hope was to identify opportunities to address the challenge of finding meaningful employment, and for employers to attract and retain talent.

With the support of Workforce Collective, the discussions from ENGAGE have been captured in this report. In it, you will discover key challenges faced by employers and young professionals alike, insightful solutions proposed during interactive roundtable discussions, and actionable strategies to attract and retain talent in an ever-changing employment landscape.

From understanding the reasons people leave jobs, to uncovering the importance of workplace flexibility and transparent recruitment processes, this report offers a comprehensive overview of suggestions to implement to attract and retain young talent in the modern workplace. Get ready to gain valuable insights that will shape the way you approach talent acquisition and retention in Niagara and beyond.

Read the Report Download Report [PDF]

Get Featured in a We Are NEXT Spotlight

Are you an outstanding young professional in Niagara? Want to share your story, tips for other young professionals, and build your network? Every week, NEXTNiagara profiles an outstanding member of the NEXT generation. Submit your information using our form and you could be the next NEXTNiagara member featured in our We Are NEXT Spotlight!

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NEXTNiagara News

ENGAGE Speaker Profile: Drew Toth

Drew Toth is the founder/president of Elevate Living Inc, a Niagara-based developer and home builder inspired by New Urbanism. Toth… more »

ENGAGE Speaker Profile: Reza Pourvaziry

Chair of the Urban Economy Forum and Founder of the World Urban Pavilion, brings a global perspective to Niagara, aligning… more »

ENGAGE: Young Professional Hackathon — 2024 Event Details

Innovating solutions to define, inspire, and shape livable communities across Niagara Date: September 23, 2024 Time: 1:30pm – 4:30pm; PRICELESS… more »

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