Confederation College and Prime Gelato Scoop up a Sweet Summer Partnership

(THUNDER BAY, ON – August 1, 2024) – Confederation College and Prime Gelato are excited to announce a delicious new partnership to celebrate the upcoming school year. The collaboration introduces a custom gelato flavour that pays homage to the college's beloved mascot, Storm.

A limited-edition gelato flavour, Stormberry Cheesecake, is a blend of strawberry, raspberry, blackberry, and Haskap berry swirled into a creamy cheesecake base. This unique flavour captures the essence of the Northwestern Ontario, home to the college’s eight campuses, while 

giving a playful nod to Confederation College's mascot.

"We're incredibly excited about this partnership with Prime Gelato," says Michelle Salo, incoming President at Confederation College. "It's more than just a delicious treat; it's a celebration of our community's spirit and the importance of local collaborations. As we gear up for another exciting academic year, this partnership reminds us of the sweet opportunities that await our students in Northwestern Ontario."

The Stormberry Cheesecake flavour will be available at Prime Gelato from August 1 to August 16, 2023. To kick off this cool collaboration, current Confederation College students were invited to enjoy a free scoop on August 1, at Prime Gelato's Red River location. 

“Inviting our students for a free scoop of gelato is a great way to show what school spirit is all about,” notes Robin Gathercole, President of the SUCCI student union. “We want to make all our students feel welcome, as well as show them all the great things Thunder Bay has to offer. This kick-off event is a great way to meet people in different programs, the SUCCI board, and really get excited for the upcoming semester.”

This partnership highlights Confederation College's commitment to fostering community relationships and supporting local enterprises, while also offering students a taste of the warm welcome that awaits them in Thunder Bay.

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Confederation College has been serving the citizens of northwestern Ontario since 1967, providing transformative education across a vast 550,000 square kilometre region. Our main campus in Thunder Bay, together with seven regional sites in Dryden, Longlac, Kenora, Marathon, Fort Frances, Red Lake, and Sioux Lookout, and an expanding Distance Education division, open pathways to personal advancement and professional achievement for over 7,000 full- and part-time students each year. With 600+ staff, we drive personal and community growth, contributing significantly to the local economy with a $707.3 million annual impact. At Confederation College, we champion the spirit of courage, advocating for actions and decisions that empower our community; we uphold the principle of equity, ensuring fair access and opportunity for all to realize their potential; and we value and cultivate relationships that foster collaboration and understanding among students, staff, and the communities we serve.