(2011-09-29) Postdoctoral Introduction - Perimeter Institute
(2011-09-29) Postdoctoral Introduction - Perimeter Institute
(2011-09-29) Postdoctoral Introduction - Perimeter Institute
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Atmosphere<br />
PERIMETER INSTITUTE FOR THEORETICAL PHYSICS<br />
In addition to providing a dynamic and productive multi-disciplinary research atmosphere, <strong>Perimeter</strong> offers a<br />
broad range of opportunities to engage with others throughout the community and beyond via social activities,<br />
outreach initiatives, and cultural events.<br />
Social Activities<br />
Researchers and their families enjoy a variety of organized events. These include day tripping excursions in<br />
the summer months to canoe the Grand River and winter treks to ski and snowshoe at the Blue Mountain<br />
Resort. Other activities include Jam Nights, homecoming BBQ’s, family picnics in the park and holiday dinners<br />
for all researchers and staff members. Extra events, held specifically for children, include special events and<br />
holiday parties. Administrative staff take care of all the details.<br />
Sports activities include pick-up hockey at the nearby Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex. Several<br />
researchers enjoy running and participating in marathons in Waterloo, Toronto, and Ottawa. The <strong>Institute</strong> also<br />
helps foster participation for interested individuals and small groups in a variety of sporting activities<br />
throughout Waterloo via soccer leagues, tennis clubs, and other organizations.<br />
Spouses and partners of PI scientists have an additional social network to coordinate extra activities – such<br />
as movie nights, lunches, additional day trips via PI’s shuttle van service, shopping excursions, and other<br />
events. Of course, you can always explore Waterloo and beyond on your own.<br />
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