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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

Bridging the gap: how to help young people find their clean energy future
Teenagers aren’t going to show up at your door. They need direction, inspiration, and a reason to believe they belong in the energy sector.
Feb 193 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

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.
Sep 11, 20243 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

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.
Jul 22, 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

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.
Mar 8, 20233 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 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 22, 20224 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
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