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


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 cancer? This Saturday, visitors to the Hockey Day in Canada event in Owen Sound will find out. All ages are invited to suit up and dive into the Nuclear Innovation Institute’s (NII) ball pit to explore the lifesaving medical isotopes created by companies in this area. Sponsored by Bruce Power at this event, the hands-on learning exhibit conta
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


Georgian signs on as Nuclear Innovation Institute’s newest Friend
Friends of NII are not-for-profit and public sector organizations that share NII’s mission to embrace new thinking in the energy industry.
Jun 7, 20221 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 Explore and Bruce County Public Library host virtual Science at Home this March Break
NII and Bruce County Public Library are pleased to host exciting Science at Home livestreams each day of March Break.
Mar 9, 20222 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Westinghouse opening, Tech Network, being present
Let’s wrap up the year with rest and laughter. I’ll be spending the rest of my working time shining up my 2022 workplan and closing out...
Dec 16, 20212 min read


Westinghouse Canada joins the Clean Energy Frontier region
Westinghouse Canada has opened an office space in Port Elgin, Ontario and will support all Bruce Power contracts from this location.
Dec 10, 20212 min read


3ThoughtThursday – Economic impact of nuclear from the Clean Energy Summit
Our Clean Energy Innovation and Recovery Summit was a success. It was a collaborative effort and shows the power of working together.
Dec 2, 20212 min read


Celebrating World Nuclear Energy Day with the promise of a nuclear renaissance
Today I am proud to stand alongside of my fellow Canadian nuclear industry colleagues and celebrate this day at the World Nuclear Exhibition
Dec 2, 20212 min read
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