The mascot represents the best of the Fleming College community as a mythical creature embodying the concepts of transformation and rebirth according to a press release.
Fleming continues to explain that it embodies Fleming students’ rise to new levels of success each day; Obstacles are an opportunity to transform into the best version of themselves. It is a symbol to Fleming’s dedication to continuous improvement according to the college.
The Phoenix replaces the now-retired Fleming Knight that served the school for over 50 years.