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NII BLOG
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Sep 11, 20243 min read
Stories from the Campus: one student’s journey from newcomer to skilled welder
One student’s story from the NII Advance Technology Campus shows the new opportunities being forged right here in the Clean Energy Frontier.
Aug 14, 20242 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.
Jul 22, 20242 min read
Sparking skilled trade success at NII Advance Technology Campus
Newly certified welding students are on the pathway to their apprenticeships, thanks to a collaborative training program hosted at NII.
Jun 17, 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
May 21, 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.
Feb 26, 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.
Nov 22, 20232 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.
Jun 27, 20231 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.
May 29, 20232 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.
Apr 19, 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.
Mar 8, 20233 min read
From Bruce County to space: satellite measuring space radiation launches next week
Two Bruce County scientists are part of the NEUDOSE satellite project, helping address the knowledge gap in space radiation.
Jan 16, 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...
Sep 22, 20224 min read
The world’s first (but hopefully not last) nuclear influencer
Her TikTok videos and digital content are clearly aimed for an audience that most nuclear spokespeople are currently not communicating to.
Sep 14, 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 6, 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.
Aug 29, 20221 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 23, 20222 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 19, 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 4, 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.
Jul 5, 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.
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