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2012 CNA Conference Speakers Presentations
Download the 2012 Canadian Nuclear Association Conference and Trade Show Program 
| Tuesday, February 21, 2012 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 08:30 – 16:00 | Student Chalk River Facility Tour | ||||||||||||||||
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The Chalk River facility is a site of major research and development to support and advance nuclear technology. The 2012 Chalk River Facility Tour is an opportunity for students to experience this unique facility. The Tour will be open to up to 40 students who express interest and enter the Chalk River Facility Tour video contest. Details about the contest are available to students through their university. | ||||||||||||||||
| Wednesday, February 22, 2012 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 08:30 – 13:30 | CNA Board of Directors Meeting | ||||||||||||||||
| 11:00 – 16:00 | Canadian Association of Nuclear Host Communities Meeting | ||||||||||||||||
| 12:00 – 20:30 | Conference and Trade Show Registration | ||||||||||||||||
| 13:00 – 17:00 | CNA Regulatory Affairs Workshop, in Oak Room | ||||||||||||||||
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(Light lunch served at 12:30) The purpose of this year’s Regulatory Affairs Workshop will be to share information on new regulatory developments pertaining to the protection of the environment and, in particular, the protection of water. Guest speakers will include federal and provincial regulatory officials whose mandate includes the protection of water. Dr. Patsy Thompson will be discussing proposed improvements to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission’s regulatory framework for environmental protection under the Nuclear Safety and Control Act. Beverley Thorpe, of the Credit Valley, Toronto and Region and Central Lake Ontario Source Protection Committee, will be discussing new policy direction for source water protection under Ontario’s Clean Water Act. Heather McCready will be discussing how Environment Canada’s Environmental Enforcement Directorate is working to minimize threats to the natural environment under the Fisheries Act. Workshop participants will be provided with an overview of the mandate and legislation that govern these activities and the opportunity to ask questions about the new, and existing, regulatory requirements. Max. 40 participants |
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| 12:00 – 17:00 | Talking about Radiation: "Are We Safe? Can We Trust You?", in Québec Room | ||||||||||||||||
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(Working lunch to be provided) This workshop, facilitated by Decision Partners, will provide participants with an understanding of radiation science at a lay level, and the principles of strategic risk communications for communicating about this complex topic. Understanding Risk Communications and explaining health risks associated Radiation was identified as a key learning following events at Fukushima. The workshop will enhance the preparedness of the participants – including industry workers, stakeholders and governments – in explaining types of radiation to people from outside the nuclear industry. Workshop participants will also hear from Mr. John Roberts and Ms. Andrea Marshall from Aurora Energy Ltd., who will share a case study based on their company’s experience communicating with people in Labrador about radiation and uranium mining. Participants will leave the workshop with a toolkit of tested communications messages and a better understanding of best practices for engaging stakeholders in a community dialogue. Max. 40 participants |
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| 13:30 – 15:00 | Career Development Seminar – Student Event, in Les Saisons | ||||||||||||||||
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Senior Executives from AECL, AMEC, Bruce Power and Women-in-Nuclear Canada will share stories about their early career paths in the nuclear industry and perspectives about current employment trends and opportunities with approximately 100 university students. Following the panel, Mr. Claude D. Chapman from Ian Martin Group Ltd., will lead a CV-preparatory session for students and offer helpful, practical tips based on his popular book, “Career Transition Design.” | ||||||||||||||||
| 15:00 – 20:30 | Opening of CNA Trade Show Area and Career Fair | ||||||||||||||||
| 18:00 – 21:00 | Welcome Reception | ||||||||||||||||
| 18:30 – 19:30 | Award Ceremony - The Welcome Reception will resume afterwards | ||||||||||||||||
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Join us for a special award ceremony as we honor the 2012 CNS/CNA Ian MacRae Award recipient, Mr. Gerald (Jerry) Grandey, former CEO of Cameco Corp. The Ian MacRae Award is presented to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to advancing nuclear energy in Canada. This event is part of the Welcome Reception, sponsored by Cameco and Tetra Tech, and welcomes Industry Executives, Ambassadors, Politicians, Senior Government officials, and special guests. | ||||||||||||||||
Here are all the speakers from the award ceremony |
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| Thursday, February 23, 2012 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 07:30 – 08:00 | Breakfast and Introductory Remarks – in Confederation I and Provinces Rooms |
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 Biography |
Wayne Robbins Chairman, Canadian Nuclear Association Chief Nuclear Officer, Ontario Power Generation |
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| 08:00 - 08:30 | Moving Saskatchewan’s Nuclear Agenda Forward, in Confederation I and Provinces Rooms | ||||||||||||||||
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Honourable Rob Norris |
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| 08:45 – 09:30 | Keynote Presentation – Science in Popular Media, in Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
 Biography |
Jay Ingram (No video) *Due to technical difficulties, Jay Ingram’s presentation is not available. Our apologies for the inconvenience. |
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| 09:30 – 10:00 | WANO Update from Fukushima Response Commission, in Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
 Biography |
Tom Mitchell Mr. Mitchell is the Chair of the WANO Fukushima Response Commission, and will be delivering a presentation on their global responsibilities and progress throughout 2011 and 2012. |
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| 10:00 – 10:15 | Refreshment Break, Foyer & Governor General’s Ballroom | ||||||||||||||||
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| 10:15 – 10:45 | Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission 2012 Update, in Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
 Biography |
Michael Binder President and Chief Executive Officer Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission Dr. Binder will be presenting information related to developments related to nuclear regulation in Canada throughout 2011. |
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| 10:45 – 12:15 | Panel: Innovative Methods of Communicating Science – in Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
Following brief introductions, panellists will engage in a Q&A session involving the audience as well as questions pre-recorded and submitted via TalkNUclear social media channels, and discuss their unique approaches to communicating nuclear ideas with the public. |
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| 12:15 – 14:15 | Lunch — SNC-Lavalin and the Future of Canadian Nuclear Technology– in Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
 Biography |
Patrick Lamarre Mr. Patrick Lamarre is Executive Vice-President Global Power of SNC-Lavalin Group, and the President of SNC-Lavalin Nuclear Inc. He has been a busy speaker since SNC-Lavalin acquired the assets of the CANDU Reactor Division of Atomic Energy of Canada Limited; an agreement was finalized on October 1, 2011 to form Candu Energy Inc. This acquisition marks an important turning point in the Canadian nuclear landscape, and Mr. Lamarre will discuss its importance in the context of domestic and global opportunities, partnerships, and innovation |
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| 14:30 – 15:00 | Stimulating Innovation and its Role in the Nuclear Renaissance – Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
 Biography |
Dr. Kate Jackson
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| 15:00 – 15:20 | Refreshment Break – Foyer & Governor General’s Ballroom | ||||||||||||||||
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| 15:20 – 17:00 | Panel: Nuclear Innovation: Bright Ideas to Keep the Lights On – Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
Following brief introductions, panellists will engage in a Q&A session involving the audience as well as questions pre-recorded and submitted via TalkNUclear social media channels, and discuss the new developments for the future of the global nuclear industry. |
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| 17:15 – 19:30 | Exhibition and Career Fair Reception – Foyer & Governor General’s Ballroom | ||||||||||||||||
| Friday, February 24, 2012 | |||||||||||||||||
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07:45 – 08:00 |
Breakfast |
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| 08:00 – 09:00 | Why People Believe Strange Things – Confederation I and Provinces Rooms | ||||||||||||||||
 Biography |
Dr. Michael Shermer |
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| 09:15 – 10:00 | Innovations in Nuclear Medicine: Put Some Heart into It, – in Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
 Biography |
Terrence D. Ruddy, MD, FRCPC, FACC |
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| 10:00 – 10:45 | Changing the Culture in Canadian Research and Innovation – in Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
 Biography |
John McDougall Mr. McDougall has been involved with Canadian research for over 13 years, previously serving as the President of the Alberta Research Council. Mr. McDougall will be giving a presentation on managing change in Canadian research and innovation with particular regards to the National Research Council and its role in facilitating Canadian cutting-edge research. |
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| 10:45 – 11:00 | Refreshment Break – Foyer & Governor General’s Ballroom | ||||||||||||||||
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| 11:00 – 11:45 | Innovative S&T for a Strong Nuclear Industry – in Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
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Dr. Bob Walker President and Chief Executive Officer AECL Nuclear Laboratories With the sale of its CANDU business, AECL is now focused on its science and technology mission through its Nuclear Laboratories. Dr. Walker will tell us how the Nuclear Labs are applying their resources, knowledge and unique nuclear research facilities to the benefit of Canada and the world. Learn more about AECL's role as an advisor to, and agent of, the Canadian Government for public policy purposes. Find out how to participate in the Nuclear Labs' business innovation initiatives, and discover how the Labs can assist your company with technology transfer, to boost competitive advantage and commercial success. Since Canada will need many more highly qualified people in the future, Dr. Walker will describe how your organization can get involved in partnering with AECL to help develop the technical, operational and entrepreneurial skills Canada needs for a productive and competitive knowledge economy. |
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| 11:45 – 13:00 | Lunch & Closing Remarks – in Confederation Rooms II and III | ||||||||||||||||
 Biography |
Denise Carpenter President and Chief Executive Officer Canadian Nuclear Association |
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