Citronino
George Brown College Introduces Citronino
Food Service and Hospitality
Photo: GBC
Date: February 18, 2025
George Brown’s School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts has introduced Citronino, its small-batch liqueur created from citrus scraps from the college’s mixology course. With help from Reid’s Distillery and $15,000 in funding, more than 250 students and faculty turned 110 lbs. of food scraps into 211 bottles of small-batch spirits over the course of 18 months. One George Brown student was even hired to design the bottle’s label, incorporating the school’s branding and mascot with an Italian theme.
DANIELLE SPENCER
Forbes 30 Under 30 names GBC alumna Danielle Spencer to 2025 honorees
Education News Canada
Photo: Forbes
Date: February 10, 2025
In the bustling world of marketing and advertising, George Brown College (GBC) alumna Danielle Spencer has emerged as a transformative force, recently earning recognition on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list for 2025. Her journey from GBC dual credit student to successful entrepreneur illustrates the power of authentic leadership and community-focused business. Spencer's connection with GBC began during her high school years.
KATE GIES
How writing about her medical trauma helped Kate Gies reclaim her body
CBC
Photo: CBC/Will O'Hare
Date: February 7, 2025
When Kate Gies was born without her right ear, plastic surgeons vowed to make her "whole" and craft the appearance of an outer ear. The Toronto author underwent 14 surgeries before the age of 13, many of which failed, leaving permanent scars — both physically and mentally. Gies teaches at George Brown College. Her writing has been published in The Malahat Review, The Humber Literary Review, Hobart, Minola Review and The Conium Review. She was also longlisted for the 2018 CBC Nonfiction Prize.
CANADIAN IMMIGRANT
What newcomers can expect in Canada’s evolving economy
Canadian Immigrant
Photo: GBC
Date: January 29, 2025
Across the country, newcomers with exceptional skills face challenges similar to Okore’s as they try to establish themselves in Canada’s evolving economy. Skilled immigrants continue to contend with higher living costs, housing shortages, regional economic disparities and stiff job market competition. Gervan Fearon, economist and George Brown College president, emphasizes that while immigration continues to be a critical driver of Canada’s economic success, navigating this complex landscape requires a strategic, proactive approach. “Canada’s economic growth trajectory in 2025 is positive,” says Fearon.
BOCUSE D'OR
Toronto chef to represent Canada at the gastronomy Olympics
CBC
Photo: Evan Mitsui/CBC
Date: January 23, 2025
In the kitchen of what once was the Kraft Heinz corporate offices in North York, Toronto chef Keith Pears prepared for his moment on the culinary world's greatest stage. A large Canadian flag was up on the wall, along with posters outlining the chef's dress code and the 10-rule code of conduct that governs participants at the Bocuse d'Or — often described as the Olympics of gastronomy. The competition prizes respect, co-operation, flexibility and integrity, as well as good food.
U.S. - CANADA TARIFFS
How tariffs impact Canada's supply chain
City News Toronto
Photo: City News Toronto
Date: January 22, 2025
Experts are warning that a trade war between Canada and the U.S. could drive up costs for consumers, but how will our supply chain be impacted? Melanie Ng discusses with Sam Lampropoulos, a supply chain and logistics teacher at George Brown college.
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