Canadian Nuclear Association

Canada Brings Its Global Leadership in Clean Nuclear to the 2023 United National Climate Change Conference (COP28)

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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“Canada’s presence at COP28 will be key in advancing our nation’s future as a global industry leader in clean nuclear,” said John Gorman, President and CEO of Canadian Nuclear Association.

Key Points: 
  • “Canada’s presence at COP28 will be key in advancing our nation’s future as a global industry leader in clean nuclear,” said John Gorman, President and CEO of Canadian Nuclear Association.
  • “We are at a pivotal moment with a dramatic acceleration in global demand for nuclear energy technologies and for uranium, the fuel used to generate nuclear energy.
  • Federal, provincial and territorial governments across Canada have demonstrated their continued support for clean nuclear power through both policy, financial commitments and investment incentives.
  • Beyond the critical environmental benefits, clean nuclear power will play an integral role as part of the future green economy.

Westinghouse Welcomes Canadian Suppliers to Symposium for Global Advanced Reactor Fleet

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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The day-long event provided a forum to engage with current and potential suppliers for Westinghouse’s global new build projects.

Key Points: 
  • The day-long event provided a forum to engage with current and potential suppliers for Westinghouse’s global new build projects.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230720000047/en/
    Eddie Saab, President for Westinghouse Canada, kicks off the Canadian Supplier Symposium with more than 130 attendees.
  • The day-long event provided a forum to engage with current and potential suppliers for Westinghouse’s global new build projects.
  • The symposium provided an overview for suppliers of the three Westinghouse reactors that are either deployed now (the AP1000 reactor) or will be in the years ahead, including:
    The AP300 small modular reactor (SMR), which Westinghouse launched in May.

CNL Employee Recognized by Canadian Nuclear Industry for Excellence in Education and Communications

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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CHALK RIVER, Ontario, June 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology laboratory, is pleased to announce that one of its employees, Larkin Mosscrop, has been recognized by the Canadian Nuclear Society (CNS) and Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) for excellence in education and communications.

Key Points: 
  • CHALK RIVER, Ontario, June 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology laboratory, is pleased to announce that one of its employees, Larkin Mosscrop, has been recognized by the Canadian Nuclear Society (CNS) and Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) for excellence in education and communications.
  • Ms. Mosscrop was named the recipient of the Education and Communications Award at the 42nd CNS Annual Conference this week for her work as a lifelong learner and educator with a passion for science communication and community engagement.
  • Established in 1997, the Education and Communication Award recognizes significant efforts in improving the understanding of nuclear science and technology among educators, students and the public.
  • “This is a responsibility that Larkin takes very seriously, and manages on top of her already busy workload.

Canada Launches New Small Modular Reactor Funding Program

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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For example, a 300-megawatt small modular reactor could supply enough clean power for an estimated 300,000 homes.

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  • For example, a 300-megawatt small modular reactor could supply enough clean power for an estimated 300,000 homes.
  • The Canada Infrastructure Bank provided $970 million in financing for the Darlington Small Modular Reactor, which will be one of the first commercial SMRs in the world.
  • Today's launch of the Enabling Small Modular Reactors Program is a step toward delivering more reliable, affordable and clean power to communities in regions across Canada.
  • "Today, I was pleased to launch the Enabling Small Modular Reactors Program at the Canadian Nuclear Association's annual conference.

Bruce Power joins Canadian delegation at COP27 to promote role of nuclear energy in global decarbonization efforts

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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Bruce Power, in returning Units 1-4 to service from 2003-12, provided the province with 70 per cent of the carbon-free energy it needed to shut down coal, which it accomplished in 2014.

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  • Bruce Power, in returning Units 1-4 to service from 2003-12, provided the province with 70 per cent of the carbon-free energy it needed to shut down coal, which it accomplished in 2014.
  • In 2021, the company announced the issuance of $500 million in Green Bonds, a global first for nuclear power and recognition of the critical role the technology plays in fighting climate change.
  • Bruce Power is participating in COP27 as part of the Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) delegation.
  • The CNA delegation is also partnered with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and will support its program, panels, and exhibition.

Minister Wilkinson Positions Canada's Nuclear Sector as Provider of Reliable, Affordable and Non-Emitting Energy on the Global Stage

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Friday, October 28, 2022
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"In order to achieve our economic and climate objectives, Canada will need to significantly expand its electric grid.

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  • "In order to achieve our economic and climate objectives, Canada will need to significantly expand its electric grid.
  • All sources of non-emitting energy must be considered for this significant challenge including nuclear.
  • The Government of Canada will work with like-minded countries to ensure that Canadian nuclear energy and technologies support the transition to a prosperous, safe and secure net-zero world."
  • In December 2020, Canada released its SMR Action Plan , which focuses on the opportunity presented by this cutting-edge nuclear technology.

CNL Employees Recognized With John S. Hewitt Team Achievement Award

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Monday, June 13, 2022
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CHALK RIVER, Ontario, June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canadas premier nuclear science and technology organization, is pleased to announce that several members of its team have been recognized with the 2022 John S. Hewitt Team Achievement Award.

Key Points: 
  • CHALK RIVER, Ontario, June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canadas premier nuclear science and technology organization, is pleased to announce that several members of its team have been recognized with the 2022 John S. Hewitt Team Achievement Award.
  • Our employees contributions to Canadas nuclear field are truly commendable, and these two projects are no exception, said Joe McBrearty, CNL President & CEO.
  • The reactor was re-commissioned by CNL on September 10, 2021, after a three-year process that saw the replacement of its spent core by a multi-disciplinary team of CNL employees.
  • For more information on the 2022 John S. Hewitt Team Achievement Award, please visit: https://www.cns-snc.ca/about-cns/honours-and-awards/john-s-hewitt-team-a... .

BWXT Announces McCoy, MacQuarrie to Lead Newly Organized Reporting Segments

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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Starting with the first quarter of 2022, BWXT will report as two operating segments called Government Operations and Commercial Operations.

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  • Starting with the first quarter of 2022, BWXT will report as two operating segments called Government Operations and Commercial Operations.
  • The company has named Kevin M. McCoy president of the Government Operations segment, and John R. MacQuarrie president of the Commercial Operations segment.
  • John MacQuarrie is an industry veteran with more than 28 years of experience in the nuclear industry, including more than 23 years with BWXT.
  • This new reporting structure enables BWXT to drive its multi-faceted growth strategy through two distinct, customer-based segments.

Leaders of Canada’s electricity sector announce new alliance to help meet Canada’s net-zero emissions targets

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021
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Electricity Alliance Canadas mandate is to enable, promote and advocate for the increased use of electricity throughout the Canadian economy to help achieve Canadas net-zero emissions target.

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  • Electricity Alliance Canadas mandate is to enable, promote and advocate for the increased use of electricity throughout the Canadian economy to help achieve Canadas net-zero emissions target.
  • The new commitment to achieving a 100% net-zero emissions electricity sector by 2035 will be critical to our success.
  • Numerous studies envision Canadas demand for electricity doubling or tripling as we move to net-zero greenhouse-gas emissions across the economy by 2050.
  • Electricity Alliance Canada looks forward to working with governments and energy users to capture the full potential of electricity to contribute to Canadas net-zero target.

CNL Employees Recognized With 2020 Canadian Nuclear Achievement Awards

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Friday, August 28, 2020
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CHALK RIVER, Ontario, Aug. 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canadas premier nuclear science and technology organization, is pleased to announce that two of its employees have been recognized by the Canadian nuclear industry as recipients of the 2020 Canadian Nuclear Achievement Awards.

Key Points: 
  • CHALK RIVER, Ontario, Aug. 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canadas premier nuclear science and technology organization, is pleased to announce that two of its employees have been recognized by the Canadian nuclear industry as recipients of the 2020 Canadian Nuclear Achievement Awards.
  • Presented jointly by the Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) and the Canadian Nuclear Society (CNS), the annual awards program honours those who have made exceptional contributions, technical and non-technical, to the field of nuclear science and technology.
  • On behalf of CNL, I would like to congratulate all of the very deserving recipients of the 2020 Canadian Nuclear Achievement Awards, commented Joe McBrearty, CNL President & CEO.
  • Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the 2020 Nuclear Achievement Awards ceremony has been cancelled, but 2020 recipients will be invited to the ceremony in 2021 where their work will be recognized.