The Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA), founded in 1960, is the

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. The CNA undertakes several advocacy tasks related to nuclear technology in Canada, such as participating in relevant regulatory and environmental affairs, public, government, and media relations, education, and also provides several business functions such as conferences and workshops.

Description

Located in Ottawa,

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, the CNA comprises over 100 member companies and organizations from across Canada as well as internationally. These companies include operators of nuclear power plants,

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designers,

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firms,

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, labour unions, as well as various professional services with business in Canada's nuclear industry such as research consultancies and law firms. The Canadian Nuclear Association provides public information on the Canadian nuclear industry on topics including: * Small modular reactors *

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The CNA works with the Canadian Federal Government, as well as Canadian provincial governments, to promote the role of the nuclear industry in Canada. The President and CEO of the Canadian Nuclear Association is John Gorman, previously President & CEO of the Canadian Solar Industries Association (CanSIA) and a Director on the board of the Energy Council of Canada (ECC). The Chair of the Board of Directors is John MacQuarrie, President of the Nuclear Power Group segment of

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International Cooperation

The CNA works with other nuclear trade associations, including The

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, Nuclear Industry Association, and European Atomic Forum to promote the global nuclear industry. Recent joint statements include:
The nuclear industry stands ready to support the IAEA’s efforts to ensure the safety and security of nuclear facilities and staff in Ukraine

Nuclear energy can enhance energy security and address environmental goals

Global Nuclear Industry calls for immediate IAEA access to Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant

Annual Conference

The CNA holds an annual Conference and Trade Show in Ottawa, Ontario. The 2022 Conference was held from 12 to 14 April 2022 with the theme of "Together for Net Zero". Speakers included Gerald Butts, Vice Chairman,

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; Ken Hartwick, President and CEO,

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; Guy Lonechild, Chief Executive Officer, First Nations Power Authority; and Laurie Swami, President and CEO, Nuclear Waste Management Organization (Canada).

History

In January 2021, the CNA and Foratom signed a memorandum of agreement to strengthen their cooperation. Most of Canada's exported uranium is shipped to European countries. In 2022, the CNA has advocated for the inclusion of nuclear power in the Green Bond Framework, encouraged the Federal government to clarify the role of nuclear in meeting its net zero targets, and promoted the role of Small modular reactors in Canada's oil and gas industry.

References

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External links

Canadian Nuclear Association website
* The Canadian Nuclear Factbook
2021 English version
* The Canadian Nuclear Factbook
2021 French version
1960 establishments in Ontario Trade associations based in Canada Nuclear industry organizations Organizations based in Ottawa Nuclear technology in Canada