NORDIK Institute

08/19/2026

Congratulations Lili!

Volunteer Spotlight!

Huge congratulations to Lili Zhang for earning a Certificate of Recognition for completing training AND eight freshwater monitoring days. Thank you for all your support, Lili.

08/17/2026

Help us tell the story of public library impact:

NORDIK Institute, with the Ontario Library Service, are running a survey about the impact of public libraries across Ontario. The survey is going to help set a province-wide baseline for what materials and services are provided by public libraries that residents cannot or would not access in any other way. This data will then be used to update and improve the Valuing Ontario Libraries Toolkit, which was launched in 2023, as a way for public libraries to explain their value to stakeholders.

The survey runs until October 15, 2026. Click here to learn more and take the survey!

Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/223RYFP

08/13/2026

Is money enough to attract Canadian physicians in rural areas?

NORDIK Institute’s latest study, published in Social Science & Medicine, found no clear evidence that financial incentive programs narrowed the rural-urban physician gap while examining Saskatchewan’s Rural Physician Incentive Program (RPIP).
The findings challenge a widely used policy approach and show why deeper barriers matter.

For Northern and rural Ontario, the results suggest that financial incentives alone may not be enough to attract and retain physicians without stronger practice support, infrastructure, and community-based solutions.

This work reflects NORDIK’s commitment to evidence-based solutions for healthier, equitable Northern communities.

Read the full article.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2026.119578

08/12/2026

On this International , we recognize the importance of youth contributions in our communities - THANK YOU for working towards increased equality across society!
We look forward to working with you to amplify youth voices and action, as community development needs youth changemakers. Learn more about how youth-led initiatives can drive impact in Canada: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0016328715000075

08/12/2026

Call for Volunteers!

NORDIK Institute is looking for two community volunteers, one Finnish speaker and one Kurdish speaker, to review and validate translated versions of the Sault Newcomer Survey 2026 ahead
of its upcoming launch.

The review will take approximately 1-2 hours. In recognition of their support, volunteers will receive a certificate of acknowledgment, and their contributions will be recognized in the project
report.

If you are interested in supporting this community research project, please email us at [email protected]

We also encourage community members to share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested.

08/10/2026

🚨 One week left to apply!
NORDIK is pleased to be contributing to the judging panel for this awesome opportunity!

Applications are open for the 2026 Bridges to Better Business Pitch Competition, with a $15,000 grand prize and $5,000 runner-up prize.

If you have a great idea for a business or an established small business that you want to grow, this is an opportunity to share your story and take your business to the next level.

Find out more and apply: ssmbridges.ca/apply

07/24/2026

How has research on the economic impact of ADHD evolved and where are the biggest knowledge gaps?

A recent publication by NORDIK Institute's Technology and Economic Development (TED) team, led by Dr. Tamanna Rimi, in the Journal of Public Health examined 140 studies published between 2000 and 2026 to better understand the evidence on ADHD's economic burden. Though research in the field grew rapidly after 2015, it remained concentrated in high-income countries and focused mainly on childhood ADHD, healthcare costs, and productivity loss.

Important gaps remain in understanding the economic consequences of ADHD beyond childhood, particularly during young adulthood and later stages of life. For communities across Canada, this evidence gap matters and stronger evidence is needed on how ADHD affects education, employment, healthcare use, and families over time to support better policy and resource allocation.

At NORDIK Institute, we are committed to research that addresses real-world community challenges. We strive to identify underexplored research areas and connect emerging evidence with equitable policy, services, and community priorities.

Read the full article here:
https://rdcu.be/frJBH

07/20/2026

This meaningful event brings together Survivors, intergenerational family members, and community to reflect, connect, and support one another in the ongoing journey of truth and healing.

07/15/2026

To all the community members out there who are working hard to keep the rest of us healthy, happy, safe, and comfortable in the heat and smoke, we see you! Thank you, and please stay safe!

07/10/2026

Our water team is presenting at the St. Marys River Remedial Action Plan Community Day (July 11, 5-8pm, Waterfront Adventure Centre). Meet our summer team, sign up as a volunteer, participate in family-friendly fun, and learn more about protecting our waters. See you there!

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