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Unit E: Planet Earth

Anuj Sharma with sculpted dragon head in background

Anuj Sharma (he/him)

Science Demonstrator

I explain Earth Science phenomena and projects to visitors at Science North.
Engineers and architect looking at blueprints

Careers in Building and Design

Students explore careers that involve designing and building structures and devices.

Chrystine Patoine in underground mine

Chrystine Patoine (She/Her)

Blasting and Drilling Engineer

I calculate the best places to put explosives so we can reach underground ore deposits.
Daedulus crater on the Moon

Impact Craters

Learn about how craters are formed and about some of Canada's impact craters.

Himalayan mountains

Continental Drift and Plate Tectonics

Learn about the Theories of Continental Drift and Plate Tectonics and discover what happens when plates collide!

Geological surveying equipment

Deciding Where to Dig: Geology and Mining

Learn about how mining companies find good locations for mining.

Artist image of Theia crashing into Earth

Origin of Earth’s Moon

Learn how Earth’s moon came to be and what we have learned from Moon rocks.

Balanced stones on a pebble beach

What are rocks?

Learn about the types of rocks, the rock cycle, and weathering and erosion.

Sarah Lockwood headshot taken outside with snow in the background

Sarah Lockwood (she/her)

Mine Geologist

I study the geology of an area to figure out where diamonds are located.
Nancy Duquet-Harvey

Nancy Duquet-Harvey

Environmental Superintendent

I make sure that we don't harm the environment with our mining activities.
Woman working on her laptop in a modern glass office

Exploring Careers in STEM Grade 7

Students will expand their knowledge of STEM career types related to a topic they are studying in science.

Marg Rutka sitting on bench

Marg Rutka

Geoscience Editor

I edit geoscience maps, reports and digital data to ensure clarity in writing, consistency and accuracy prior to publication
Portrait de Graham Ballachey

Graham Ballachey

Vice President, Engineering

I manage and oversee all the engineering work for a lithium mine development company.
Jessica Rideout

Jessica Rideout

Quarry Materials Compliance Officer

I inspect quarries to ensure that they are operated in compliance with provincial regulations.
Aynsley Foss

Aynsley Foss (she/her)

Issues and Policy Manager

I advocate for the major producing mines across Ontario to ensure their long-term competitiveness.