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Canadian Nuclear Society

Canadian Nuclear Society. Société Nucléaire Canadienne. www.cns-snc.ca. “Supporting nuclear science and technology for 25 years” “25 ans de promotion de la science et de la technologie nucléaires”. The Canadian Nuclear Society. Eric L. Williams, P.Eng Chair - Bruce Branch March 2004.

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Canadian Nuclear Society

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  1. Canadian Nuclear Society Société Nucléaire Canadienne www.cns-snc.ca “Supporting nuclear science and technology for 25 years”“25 ans de promotion de la science et de la technologie nucléaires” The Canadian Nuclear Society Eric L. Williams, P.Eng Chair - Bruce BranchMarch 2004

  2. Why This Presentation Is Relevant To You! The CNS provides an opportunity for you to: • gain exposure to the wider aspects of our industry, • continue your career development, • meet others with similar interests, a chance to network, • to represent Bruce Power in industry forums, • to enhance Bruce Power’s reputation, • to enhance Bruce Power’s exposure to the wider scientific sector,

  3. The Canadian Nuclear Society • The people behind the technology • Independent – no corporate, government mandate • Established 1979, independently incorporated 1998 • Communication on technical issues related to applied nuclear science & engineering Media Scientists & Engineers Decision Makers Educators CNS Students Administrators Nuclear Operators Interested Public

  4. Objectives / Purposes • To foster the development and applications of nuclear technologies for peaceful uses; • to act as a forum for the exchange / sharing of information; • to encourage education on the nuclear sciences; • to enhance the professional and technical capabilities of its members; • to serve Canadian Nuclear Science, industry, and the public by: • organizing high quality conferences, general and specific; • organizing technical courses on subjects of industry interest; • organizing public seminars at its 12 branches on topics of interest; • sponsoring and or supporting science fairs, scholarships, science camps, and equipment for classrooms through the CNS Education Find;

  5. Objectives / Purposes Continued • Sponsoring / supporting such initiatives as a Teacher’s Course on Nuclear Energy, Journalism Workshop of Scientific Reporting, AECL’s Science for Educators Seminar, and the Deep River Science Academy; • publishing the CNS Bulletin, a combined technical journal and news magazine; • recognizing individuals for their significant achievements; • co-operating with many other nuclear and scientific societies; • providing a communication link with government, media, and the public on nuclear issues; and by • maintaining an Internet Website (news, information, events, job opportunities, members resumes, links to other nuclear sites).

  6. STRUCTURE CNS • CNS Council • Committees • Branch Affairs - Education - Communication • Fusion - International Liaison • Inter Society - Membership • North American Young Generation Nuclear • Universities - Program • Divisions • Design / Materials Fuel Technologies • Nuclear Operations Nuclear Science and Engineering • Environment & Waste Management

  7. How The CNS Achieves Its Objectives • Regular Information Updates-the “CNS Bulletin”, web site • Voice for Nuclear Technology - Media, Advertising • Conferences: • Annual June Conference - 6 - 9 June 2004 Toronto • CANDU Maintenance Conference - every third fall. • Simulation Methods Conference - October 2004 • CANDU Fuel Conference - September 2003 • Courses: • Reactor Safety • Branch Operations - ie: Bruce Branch CNS

  8. BRUCE BRANCH INITIATIVES • 45 presentations since 1995 (Visitors Center, 4-6:30, Social Hour +) • presentations in planning process: • BA U3&4 Restart Lessons Learned - Ron Mottram • BA & BB Chemistry 101 - John Roberts • Women In Nuclear - • International Youth Nuclear Congress • Ideas for a session. We can make it happen. • Sponsor local teachers to Radiation Basics For The Classroom • CNS donate books (ie: Unlocking The Atom) to local High Schools and Libraries. • other local involvement possible. Make it happen!

  9. Membership Classifications • Individual • Educational Institution • Student • Retiree

  10. CNS Information • www.cns-snc.ca • http://216.13.130.157/ • Bruce Branch Executive • Eric Williams, Chairperson • John Roberts and Kevin Larson (Signing) • Michelle LaPointe - Web Site

  11. INTERNATIONAL YOUTH NUCLEAR CONGRESS • Conference - 9-13 May 2004 Toronto • 300+ Young Nuclear Professionals / 40+ Countries • Topics • Social & Policy Issues • Nuclear Fuel Cycle • Non Power Applications of Nuclear • Environmental & Waste Management • Workshops • Learning from Effective Communication • Knowledge Preservation • Media Training

  12. IYNC CONFERENCE FEATURES • Best Paper Award • Best Poster Award • Technical Tours • McMaster University Research Reactor • Darlington • Social Events • More Info: www.iync.org

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