Reaching the Arctic
STEM Explained
How will arctic ice melt from climate change affect exploration, scientific research and geopolitics?
Ringwoodite and the Deep Water Cycle
STEM Explained
The water in the oceans has travelled vast distances. It has even time spent deep below the surface of the Earth, trapped inside the mineral ringwoodite.
Is There Too Much Carbon Dioxide in Your Classroom?
STEM Explained
Did you know that too much carbon dioxide in the classroom can affect your body, and even your grades?
Humidity on Earth and on the ISS
Backgrounders
Humidity is an important part of life on Earth and life in space. This backgrounder explains what humidity is, how it is measured and how it affects us both mentally and physically.
How Do Introduced Species Affect Ecosystems and the Economy?
STEM Explained
When a species ends up outside of its natural zone, the consequences on other species, ecosystems and human industries can be severe. Climate change and human activities can introduce species into new zones.
Green Walls
STEM Explained
Green walls use plant processes to improve air quality in buildings.
How are Arctic Animals in Canada Affected by Climate Change?
STEM Explained
Arctic animals have evolved to thrive in harsh arctic ecosystems, but the environmental footprint created by climate change is affecting their survival.
Cosmic Radiation and Aviation
Backgrounders
Learn how people came to understand the source of cosmic radiation, as well as how this radiation impacts those who work in and travel on airplanes.
Dealing with Asteroids and Other Space Hazards
STEM Explained
Find out how asteroids, space debris, and cosmic radiation can be dangerous, and how to monitor them and protect ourselves from these space hazards.
Energy Efficiency at Home
STEM Explained
If you understand heat transfer, you can make lots of little changes at home to help the environment and your household’s bank account!
Careers: Climatologist
Picture Collections
5 images of some work related to the scientific study of climate such as using instruments to measure changes in climates
Adam Melnick
Career Profiles
Apprenticeship Coordinator and Health and Safety Instructor
Brian Camenzuli
Career Profiles
VP of Design & Engineering