ACE Climatic Wind Tunnel

10/31/2026

Spooky season has made its way to ACE! 👻

Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Halloween from the ACE team! 🎃

10/24/2026

ACE is heading to the 2026 Automotive Testing Expo as part of Vehicle Tech Week North America from Tuesday, October 27 to Thursday, October 29! You can find ACE team members, Andrew Karski and Alexandra Cutler, at booth T1830 in Vibe Credit Union Showplace in Novi, Michigan.

The Automotive Testing Expo brings together automotive industry leaders to explore the latest advancements in vehicle testing, validation, development and quality assurance. ACE team members look forward to engaging in meaningful conversations, sharing ideas, and being part of the innovation driving the industry of vehicle testing and innovation forward.

If you're attending the Automotive Testing Expo, stop by Booth T1830 to connect with Andrew and Alexandra, learn more about ACE, discuss your testing inquiries and drop-off your business card for a chance to win a brand-new, authentic Detroit Red Wings jersey! 🏒

We look forward to connecting with you!

10/05/2026

ACE is heading to the 2026 DEFSEC Atlantic Conference in Halifax from Tuesday, October 6 to Thursday, October 8!

You can find ACE team member Andrew Karski, attending on behalf of ACE, connecting with defense industry leaders, program teams and fellow innovators throughout the conference.

DEFSEC Atlantic brings together leaders from across Canada’s defence, aerospace, security and technology sectors. ACE looks forward to engaging in meaningful conversations, exploring new opportunities for collaboration and showcasing how our advanced environmental and durability testing capabilities can support the development and qualification of technologies for some of the world’s most demanding operating environments.

If you’re attending DEFSEC Atlantic, be sure to connect with Andrew ([email protected]) to learn more about ACE and discuss your testing requirements!

09/30/2026

ACE UPGRADE ALERT!

This summer, we added a new vertical nozzle insert to our Climatic Wind Tunnel.

So, what does that actually mean for ACE and Ontario Tech University?

Quite simply, it gives us more flexibility to conduct specialized testing on larger, vertically oriented products that were previously more difficult to accommodate. That means more possibilities for testing and validating emerging technologies across the aerospace, defence and dual-use sectors, right here at ACE.

And this is just the beginning.

The upgrade is the first step in a larger development funded by a $5-million Government of Canada investment through FedDev Ontario, announced in May 2026. This funding will expand the facility’s capabilities and help strengthen Canada’s defence technology ecosystem.

With this new capability in place, ACE can help move more emerging technologies from research and development to responsible, real-world application.

We’re excited to see what comes through the tunnel next.

09/10/2026

This is ACE after the 4D Movie: 😆🥳🌪️🤠

What an exciting day at Orientation! Students may have left a little wet and wind-blown, but they certainly had FUN!

09/05/2026

And that’s a wrap! 🌪️🎬

For another incredible year, ACE brought its 4D Movie Experience back to Ontario Tech’s Fall Orientation in our Climatic Wind Tunnel!

New and incoming Ontario Tech students had the opportunity to experience the storm while watching Twisters (2024). With powerful winds and cool rain, students were immersed in the action and experienced the movie in a way they won’t forget!

At ACE, we’re always thrilled to create exciting and unforgettable experiences for incoming students, giving them a firsthand look at the unique opportunities and innovation happening at Ontario Tech.

Here’s to inspiring the next generation of change-makers, innovators and future workforce!

09/04/2026

TOMORROW, September 5, ACE is back with another exciting 4D movie at this years Fall Orientation!

For two separate showings, ACE brings to you Twisters (2024)! With your new classmates, experience the action like never before. Feel the wind, rain and intensity of the storm as the movie comes to life around you!

Showing #1:
Registration Opens - 1:00 p.m.
Movie Begins - 1:20 p.m.
Movie Ends - 1:45 p.m.

Showing #2:
Registration Opens - 2:00 p.m.
Movie Begins - 2:20 p.m.
Movie Ends - 2:45 p.m.

Please note:
- Find ACE through the OPG Engineering or ACE building doors, west from the Campus Library. Signs inside the building will guide your way!
- Student ID is REQUIRED at check-in.
- Only 75 students are allowed in per showing - first come, first serve for registration and check-in.
- Showings are 25-minutes in duration.

About Twisters (2024): Twisters is an action-packed disaster film that follows a new generation of storm chasers as they race to study and survive some of the most powerful tornadoes ever recorded.

08/20/2026

08/13/2026

ACE is heading to the 2026 Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham, from Friday, August 14 to Sunday, August 16! You can find ACE's team members, Andrew Karski and Tiya Chandwani, at ACE's booth, sharing everything there is to know about our facility's capabilities.

Festival hours run from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with an early start and end from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday. From advancing vehicle technologies to exploring the latest in the automotive sector, engineering and design, we look forward to engaging in meaningful conversations, sharing ideas, and being part of an exciting event full of inspiration, excited visitors and good conversations.

Email us at [email protected] to learn more or schedule a time to connect with us at the event!

07/22/2026

As part of , we are proud to be one of the few climatic research and testing facilities of its kind in Canada.

Our team of expert engineers and technicians showcase ACE and Ontario Tech's ability to adapt, innovate and transform across industries while seamlessly integrating research, education, students and community collaboration.