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Why energy footprint should be part of every climate conversation
If we want to expand clean energy without displacing communities or ecosystems, we must ensure land is part of the conversation.

Dr. Stephanie Keating
4 days ago3 min read


Bruce Power and NII present inaugural Frank Saunders Memorial Awards
Five outstanding students were recognized at the CNA Conference last week with the inaugural Frank Saunders Memorial Awards for Nuclear Excellence, presented by Bruce Power and the Nuclear Innovation Institute.

NII
5 days ago2 min read


Winners announced for 2025 Clean Energy Frontier Program Awards
Second-annual awards recognize outstanding contributions to the local economy and clean energy sector

NII
Apr 174 min read


All of us, innovators: the 2024 Annual Report
Explore NII's 2024 Annual Report to learn more about how we are driving progress and preparing for the opportunities ahead.

NII
Apr 85 min read


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.

NII
Apr 72 min read


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

NII
Feb 214 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.

Sarah Spragg
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

NII
Feb 52 min read


Empowering change: Kaizen for Nuclear
NII has launched Kaizen for Nuclear, a program with the goal of fostering continuous improvement.

NII
Jan 283 min read


County councils explore local climate insights from the Climate Project
The Climate Project introduces a dynamic resource for county councils to help decision-makers tackle the region's unique climate challenges.

NII
Dec 12, 20242 min read


Nominations now open for 2024 Clean Energy Frontier Program Awards
Nominations are now open for the second-annual Clean Energy Frontier Program Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions

NII
Nov 27, 20242 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.

NII
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

NII
Oct 3, 20242 min read


Ontario driving economic growth in the Clean Energy Frontier region
Province investing in Nuclear Innovation Institute to support workforce development and training in rural Ontario

NII
Sep 30, 20242 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.

NII
Sep 11, 20243 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.

NII
Sep 4, 20241 min read


Municipal Innovation Council signs on as NII’s newest Friend
NII welcomes the Municipal Innovation Council (MIC) as its newest Friend of NII, agreeing to work together to drive projects and programs.

NII
Aug 16, 20241 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.

NII
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.

NII
Jul 22, 20242 min read


Jessica Linthorne named President & CEO as Nuclear Innovation Institute shapes vision for future
The Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) is pleased to announce its Board of Directors have appointed Jessica Linthorne as President & CEO.

NII
Jun 26, 20242 min read


The Climate Project launches, delivering localized climate change research
NII and Bruce Power launched the Climate Project, a living, trusted digital hub to help people better understand the changing climate.

NII
Jun 26, 20242 min read


Leadership changes as Nuclear Innovation Institute continues to expand its reach
NII welcomes James Scongack as its new Board Chair and thanks to retiring Chair Mike Rencheck his substantial contributions over the years.

NII
Jun 25, 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

NII
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.

NII
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.

NII
May 7, 20243 min read


Bringing university education to Bruce County: local project managers complete successful NII pilot
The first Advanced Project Management pilot hosted by NII and taught by York University’s Schulich ExecEd—right here in Saugeen Shores.

NII
Apr 30, 20242 min read


Budget by the numbers: Canada's 2024 federal budget
While NII headquarters may be a seven-hour drive from Parliament Hill, we still wanted to add our initial take on Budget 2024.

Chad Richards
Apr 17, 20243 min read


NII Explore welcomes Executive Director Tracy Murray
NII Explore is pleased to welcome Tracy Murray in the role of Executive Director for this charitable organization

NII
Apr 15, 20242 min read


Nuclear Innovation Institute welcomes Jessica Linthorne as Interim CEO
The Nuclear Innovation Institute is pleased to announce that Jessica Linthorne has been appointed Interim CEO.

NII
Mar 20, 20242 min read


Clean Energy Frontier honours local economic developer with Memorial Award for Excellence
The Clean Energy Frontier program has established the Paulette Peirol Memorial Award for Excellence in Economic Development

NII
Mar 11, 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.

NII
Feb 26, 20242 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?

NII
Jan 25, 20242 min read


ATS Industrial Automation joins as a Supporter of NII
Today ATS Industrial Automation announced its membership in NII's ‘Supporters’ category to help advance education and innovation initiatives

NII
Jan 11, 20241 min read


Nuclear Wrapped: top 5 developments for nuclear in 2023
2023 was a big year for nuclear in Ontario, across Canada, and around the world! We’ve compiled a list of highlights that topped our list.

Chad Richards
Dec 18, 20233 min read


COP 28: what happened and what we are watching now
Going into COP28, we were looking for nuclear to play a prominent role—and we certainly were not disappointed.

Chad Richards
Dec 13, 20233 min read


COP 28: what you need to know
Here’s what you need to know about COP28 and a little bit about the topics that we’ll be following over the next two weeks.

Chad Richards
Nov 30, 20235 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.

NII
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.

NII
Oct 16, 20231 min read


Future of green steel means 430% increase in clean electricity demand
New report outlines the relationship between nuclear energy and steel in an age of electrification

NII
Oct 12, 20233 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.

NII
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.

NII
May 29, 20232 min read


Sargent & Lundy joins NII to support its innovation and education mission
Sargent & Lundy has become the first company to join the Nuclear Innovation Institute in its newly created “Supporters” category.

NII
May 15, 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.

NII
Apr 19, 20232 min read


Budget by the numbers: Canada's 2023 federal budget
Budget 2023 may have mentioned nuclear about the same number of times as in 2022 but this year was different.

Chad Richards
Mar 29, 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.

NII
Mar 8, 20233 min read


Why made-in-Canada nuclear helps me sleep at night
Nuclear power in Canada makes me hopeful we can fight the effects of climate change, building a safer future for our families.

Chad Richards
Feb 27, 20234 min read


Breathe a bit easier: nuclear power’s clean credentials
For too long, we haven’t given nuclear power’s clean credentials the recognition they deserve: keeping our air clean and our land usable.

Jordan Durrer
Feb 27, 20233 min read


When it comes to investing in nuclear, can Canada afford not to?
If lowering our carbon emissions isn’t affordable, it’s already out of reach. The answer lives in 19 nuclear power reactors across Canada.

Jordan Durrer
Feb 27, 20234 min read


Always-on, always-clean: flip the switch to nuclear
Across Ontario, nuclear and hydroelectric do the heavy lifting when it comes to providing steady, reliable sources of clean baseload power.

Chad Richards
Feb 27, 20233 min read


Clean Energy Frontier program wins Award of Excellence from Economic Developers Council of Ontario
The Clean Energy Frontier program has won an Economic Developers Council of Ontario Award of Excellence for “Rural Planning and Strategy".

NII
Feb 16, 20232 min read
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