top of page

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

Stories from the Campus: Kinetic Knights bring home multiple medals
Having access to the large spaces available at the NII Advance Technology Campus has been a game-changer for the Kinetic Knights.
Apr 72 min read

Next wave of NII Energy Co-op shaping tomorrow’s skilled trades
Now in its second year, the NII Energy Co-op continued its work igniting excitement for future clean energy careers
Feb 52 min read

OPG makes commitment to skilled trades through NII Explore Energy Co-op
This week, OPG committed $5,000 towards the NII Explore Co-op plus their time and expertise over the upcoming fall and winter terms.
Aug 14, 20242 min read

Successful skilled trades Energy Co-op pilot concludes, with plans to expand
Program has resulted in new learning, job offers and future skilled trade co-op positions
Jun 17, 20242 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

First-ever NII Explore Energy Sector Co-op launches at UBC Local 2222
The inaugural class of 26 students will get a chance to experience the breadth of jobs in the energy industry.
Feb 26, 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

NII Explore gears up for another summer of hands-on science
The NII Explore Science in the Summer team is hitting the road—visiting locations around Bruce, Grey and Huron counties.
Jun 27, 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

NII to create modern training and research hub in Kincardine
The investment reflects NII’s commitment to provide existing and future workers—in nuclear and other industries.
Apr 19, 20232 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


Science hits the road again this summer with NII Explore
NII Explore’s Science in the Summer is back for its second summer of fun, bringing hands-on learning to students of all ages.
Jul 5, 20222 min read

NII Explore coding delivered to more than 2,000 local students this year
As the school year winds to a close, NII Explore has completed its final week of coding education for more than 2,000 elementary students.
Jun 20, 20222 min read


Choosing hope: local teens negotiate for the future of our planet
On Earth Day 2022 we reflect on the first-of-its-kind March Break World Climate Simulation for students in Bruce County, hosted at NII.
Apr 22, 20223 min read


NII’s Phillip Craig wins Golden Apple Award for teaching excellence
The Golden Apple Award “recognizes high standards of professionalism, leadership and innovation in education by a local educator.”
Nov 30, 20212 min read


A summer of science: NII Explore engages students and adults alike
Hands-on fun and competition for more than 1,000 Bruce and Grey students this summer
Sep 9, 20211 min read


Catch up on your summer reading list: STEM must-reads for kids and teens
#ScienceInTheSummer is visiting library branches across the region this week, so check out a list of STEM must-reads this summer.
Aug 9, 20211 min read


NII Explore takes science on the road this summer
NII Explore Science in the Summer programming is popping up around the region, bringing hands-on learning to students of all ages.
Jul 27, 20212 min read
bottom of page