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The Core Business Blog
with Neil Alexander - CNS Head of Communications

Welcome to the Core Business Blog, the Canadian Nuclear Society’s new approach to letting you know about the issues facing the Canadian nuclear industry.

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Membership is free for all students attending school in Canada!
Many volunteer positions are available to enhance your resume and help you network with professionals throughout the nuclear field in Canada!

[画像:Beautiful alpine scenery of Moraine Lake in Banff National Park with turquoise waters and snowy peaks.] 45th Annual CNS Conference | 50th CNS/CNA Student Conference
June 14 - 17, 2025, Calgary, Alberta

The New Frontier: Delivering Nuclear Solutions in Canada and Beyond

Registrations are now open! Early bird pricing ends on April 30th

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[画像:View of the stunning historic University of Glasgow courtyard under a clear blue sky.] Associate Professor Opportunity at U of T

The University of Toronto invites applications for an Associate Professor in Nuclear Engineering, starting July 2026. Candidates must demonstrate excellence in research and teaching in areas like reactor design, nuclear safety, and AI-assisted modeling. A PhD and P.Eng. eligibility in Ontario are required.
Deadline: January 6, 2026.
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[画像:Historic Gothic Revival building surrounded by trees at Trinity College in Toronto.] Assistant Profeesor - U of T

Launch Your Academic Career in Nuclear Engineering at U of T
The University of Toronto seeks applications for a tenure-stream Assistant Professor in Nuclear Engineering, starting July 2026. Candidates must hold a PhD and show excellence in research and teaching across nuclear systems, modeling, and safety.
P.Eng. eligibility in Ontario is required.
Apply by January 15, 2026.
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ABOUT CNS

The Canadian Nuclear Society (CNS) promotes the exchange of information on all aspects of nuclear science and technology and its applications. This includes nuclear power generation, fuel production, uranium mining and refining, management of radioactive wastes and used fuel.

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Benefits of Nuclear

Fights Climate Change

Canadian nuclear reactors produce continuous 24/7 CO₂-free power that fights climate change! 60% of Ontario’s electricity and 40% of New Brunswick’s!

Canadian design, production, and fuel

Canadian reactors: designed in Canada by Canadians and 90% of the parts are from Canada. With the uranium fuel mined in Saskatchewan!

Isotopes for diagnosis and treatment

Not only did Canada invent Co60 treatment used to treat cancer but thanks to recent innovation we can now produce this life-saving isotope in our nuclear power plants!

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CNS NEWS

Stay up to date with all CNS related News and Events . The news section includes updates to the Core Business Blog written by Neil Alexander, the CNS Newsletter, the Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) monthly newsletter “The Reactor“! Additionally, updates will be posted for CNS Daily News Briefings for (CNS members only).

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Become a Member

Take advantage of many excellent opportunities to grow professionally by meeting and networking with colleagues in Canada and internationally

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