Porcupine

Included in Science North’s science centre admission.

Science North staff members were pleased to welcome their prickly friend Quillan to the third floor in 2002, after the death of longtime porcupine resident Ralf on August 6, 2001. Quillan, an orphaned porcupine, acts as an 'ambassador' for his species, correcting any myths, misconceptions and prejudices our visitors may have.

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Beaver

Included in Science North’s science centre admission.

Drifter joined Science North in 2004. An adult male beaver, Drifter was born and raised in the wild in Nova Scotia. Drifter’s tail is much shorter than that of a typical adult beaver. He lost half of it to frostbite while in Nova Scotia. He has learned to swim and dive well, even with a shorter tail. Come and see him the next time you visit!

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Eastern Screech Owls

Included in Science North’s science centre admission.

Science North has adopted two Eastern Screech Owls (Otus asio).  The birds were confiscated by Ministry of Natural Resources officials because they were being illegally kept as pets.  Due to their injuries, and the length of time already spent in captivity, these Eastern Screech Owls cannot be released into the wild.  Science North will share their story and their fascinating biology to increase public knowledge and foster positive attitudes about birds of prey and their conservation.

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Skunk

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When Storybook Gardens in London, Ontario decided to downsize its animal collection, Science North was contacted to see if adoption was an option for their skunk, Rosy. As is the case with Quillan, Drifter and the other Science Centre creatures, animal care technicians will share Rosy’s story and fascinating biology in an effort to increase public knowledge and foster positive attitudes about her species.

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Flying Squirrels

Science North is home to several flying squirrels. All of them were orphaned when they were young, and raised by Science North staff. Visitors may have an opportunity to meet a flying squirrel up-close, and on special occasions even watch them glide!

Northern Ecosystem

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Animals are part of our Northern Ecosystem. Hold a snake; touch turtles and other animals native to Northern Ontario.

Discovery Theatre

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This amphitheatre is the setting for wacky and wonderful science demonstrations, hosted live each day by Science North’s talented staff! Each show features plenty of audience participation and plenty of surprises!

Northern Landscapes

Included in Science North’s science centre admission.

Come explore the wonders of forest and aquatic life in Northern Ontario. Discover the lifecycles of Northern Ontario’s insects by watching live forest insects as well as live aquatic insects. Meet some of Ontario’s invasive species. Play with microscopes. Touch an ancient tree! Investigate the role forest fire plays in Ontario’s forests and track current forest fire operations.

Erosion Table

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Explore Earth sciences with the help of this giant stream table. Children especially enjoy playing with water and sand to discover simple principles about erosion and force.

SO₂ Lab

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Science North’s SO₂ Lab exhibit includes several interactive components that will provide real-time data and information relating to the local air quality of Greater Sudbury. Visitors will learn how to measure sulphur dioxide (SO₂) in our air and monitor emissions. The exhibit will also help people understand why weather and air currents can affect SO2 concentrations at ground-level.

There are currently seventeen sulphur dioxide monitoring stations situated across the Greater Sudbury area. Science North is home to one of these stations, which are responsible for monitoring the concentration of ground-level sulfur dioxide in the air. The monitoring station at Science North is the only one that is accessible to the public.

Science North’s SO₂ Lab is sponsored by Vale Inco, Xstrata Nickel and Bestech Engineering.