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Read on for the latest thinking on a new energy future.

Green Ribbon Panel economic and energy leaders release statement on tariff threat
The Green Ribbon Panel issued a statement emphasizing the importance of Canada-US economic cooperation to secure a sustainable energy future
Feb 214 min read

NII and RBC conclude Small Business Month with economic insights for local businesses
NII, in partnership with RBC, hosted an insightful NII Connects event this week—focused on the economic landscape for small businesses.
Nov 1, 20242 min read

NII’s first-ever Clean Energy Frontier Conference wraps two days of learning and exciting announcements
The 2024 Clean Energy Frontier Conference this week brought together industry leaders, local experts and community partners
Oct 3, 20242 min read

NII to host region’s first-ever Clean Energy Frontier Conference
Registration is now open for NII's Clean Energy Frontier Conference this fall, a two-day event full of discussions and new learning.
Sep 4, 20241 min read

Goderich District Collegiate Institute victorious at second-annual NII Explore science Olympics
The second-annual Science Olympics brought together 12 teams of exceptional high school students from across Bruce, Grey and Huron counties.
May 21, 20242 min read


Green Ribbon Panel unveils new policy recommendations for green economic growth on World Asthma Day
The new report provides an update on 2022 recommendations from the economic and environmental leaders who serve on the Green Ribbon Panel.
May 7, 20243 min read

Annual Clean Energy Frontier Summit focuses on opportunities and challenges ahead for Bruce, Grey and Huron region
How do people living in a region that’s driving the clean energy transition manage the challenges that come with it?
Jan 25, 20242 min read


NII Explore introduces coding lesson plans to support parents and teachers
NII Explore is proud to announce that parents and teachers can access all of its coding lesson plans for grade two to eight students.
Nov 22, 20232 min read


Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition launches in the Clean Energy Frontier
Today, the official launch event of the Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition (SOIC) took place at BWXT in Owen Sound.
Oct 16, 20231 min read

Saugeen District Senior School victorious at first-ever NII Explore Science Olympics
The NII Explore Science Olympics championship belt is heading to SDSS after a team of students conquered a range of challenges last Friday.
May 29, 20232 min read

Annual Clean Energy Frontier Summit focuses on sustainable growth in the region
The Summit provided an opportunity for members of the Bruce, Grey, Huron and local Indigenous communities to collaborate and reflect.
Jan 18, 20232 min read

Be a medical isotopes superhero with NII at Hockey Day in Canada
Hands-on learning exhibit coming to this year’s event in Owen Sound What does jumping into a ball pit have to do with the fight against...
Jan 16, 20232 min read

The MIC at work: creating meaningful relationships with our Indigenous neighbours
This fall, the Municipal Innovation Council hosted three Cultural Awareness and First Nations history sessions for municipal staff.
Nov 22, 20222 min read


First-ever SWERVE technology festival sees thousands of visitors touch the future
There was something for each of the 3,500+ visitors to NII's first-ever SWERVE technology festival this past weekend.
Sep 14, 20222 min read

Rural Ontario set to touch the future with SWERVE event this weekend
This weekend, the first-ever SWERVE festival opens its doors, giving visitors a hands-on feel for how we will live and work in the future.
Sep 6, 20222 min read

Esports tournaments coming to SWERVE event—with great prizes!
On September 10th, come to SWERVE at the Southampton Coliseum for your chance to win an Oculus Quest 2 headset and other great prizes!
Aug 29, 20221 min read

Bruce County Public Library bringing hands-on fun to SWERVE event
Librarians and staff throughout the county are packing up unique experiences and bringing them to the NII ExploreZone at SWERVE.
Aug 23, 20222 min read

Plug’n Drive introduces the EV experience at SWERVE event this September
Plug’n Drive has made it possible to test drive the future through electric vehicle test drives at NII's SWERVE event this September.
Aug 22, 20222 min read

Georgian College inspires with virtual reality experiences at SWERVE event
Visitors will experience a variety of immersive virtual reality technologies that Georgian is currently using as part of their stude
Aug 19, 20222 min read

Bruce County Museum to showcase new exhibit at SWERVE event this September
At SWERVE, the Museum will be giving guests an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their new “Made in Bruce” exhibit coming next year.
Aug 4, 20222 min read
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