Is THORIUM the Future of Nuclear Power?
AdultsScienceTechnologySince the 1960s, we’ve known that light water nuclear reactors weren’t the only way to generate electricity by splitting the atom. One alternative design, so-called “molten salt reactors,” were more complicated, but potentially much more safe and economical.
Did Vikings Use These Crystals To Navigate?
AdultsHistoryTechnologyThe Vikings were renowned navigators at a time before magnetic compasses were invented. So how'd they manage it? Their secret may have been these pretty-pointed crystals of calcite called Iceland spar, and this month's SciShow Rocks Box subscribers will get to try this out for themselves!
Alp speaks about his experience taking Project Management at the Canadian College
AdultsEducationBusiness...Alp took the Project Management Diploma at the Canadian College. He speaks about how the skills he learned studying in Vancouver helped him when he was working at Zodiac's head office in Vancouver as a Project Manager.
Solar Energy Is Even Cheaper Than You Think | Jenny Chase | TED
AdultsLifeNatureTechnologyHow prevalent is solar power, really? According to researcher Jenny Chase, it's already displacing fossil fuels in key energy markets around the world.
Lilly writes about her dream to live in Vancouver
AdultsEducationBusinessCulture..."After my training in International Trade I got a better job and could exercise all the content learned in College. I recommend the program for those who want to learn not only theory but to practice in their chosen profession. I realized one of my dreams which is living and working in Vancouver!" Lilly (International Trade)
The Free Will Illusion
AdultsPhilosophyPsychologyYou feel like you are free. Free to cross the street when you want to, free to like the color blue more than red, free to watch this video.
What Would Happen If We Just Kept Digging?
AdultsEnvironmentGeologyPhysics...The deepest hole we've ever been able to dig is just 0.2 percent of the way to the center of the Earth. What would we encounter if we could drill all the way?
34 Years Of Strandbeest Evolution
AdultsArtDesignEngineering...The surprising genius of Strandbeests.
Primitive Technology: Brick hut destroyed by falling tree
AdultsConstructionDIYNature...The brick hut was destroyed by a falling tree. It had lasted 2 years and 8 months and would have lasted quite a bit longer if it were not for the accident.
Presidential Historian Answers Presidency Questions | Tech Support | WIRED
AdultsEducationHistoryInternet Culture...Presidential historian and head of the George Washington Presidential Library Lindsay Chervinsky joins WIRED to answer the internet's burning questions about the American Presidency.
Wagner writes about how the he worked and studied in Vancouver
AdultsEducationBusinessCulture..."The hospitality program at Canadian College opened doors for my future in the industry. The diploma allowed me to study and gain practical experience, complementing my previous education in Brazil. The faculty and staff were always supportive."