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EXHIBITORTema Sinergie is a global leader in tech-solution for Radiopharmarcies and Nuclear Medicine Centers with 40 years of experience. Through continuous research, it provides cutting-edge solutions for radiopharmaceutical handling and dosing, serving hospitals, research institutes, and industries worldwide. Its advanced systems ensure safety and precision in ionizing radiation applications, making it a trusted partner.
THOSE WHO WILL BE SHARING includes [ among many others to be confirmed soon ... ]
Chairman Day 1
Francis Syms
Humber Polytechnic - Head, School of Clean Energy
With deep expertise in AI integration, cybersecurity, nuclear energy, and critical digital systems, Francis is shaping how Canada builds, secures, and powers its digital and physical backbone. Francis is the author of a leading Canadian focused textbook on cybersecurity that also explores the role of AI integration in enhancing security measures, which is used in post-secondary institutions across Canada.
Chairman Day 2
Adam Kahgee
Indigenous Rights Champion, Nuclear Energy Advocate, and part time Chef.
Adam is an experienced Indigenous Relations and Supply Chain leader with a demonstrated history in the energy industry, with a focus on Nuclear. I am passionate about advancing relationships between Indigenous communities and industry. My goal is to drive meaningful engagement, build strong relationships and implement opportunities that are reflective of the territories industry operates in.
Laurentis Energy Partners
Cutting-edge, reliable, and global nuclear energy solutions - Laurentis is built around the simple but powerful idea that harnessing the power of nuclear energy can lead to a brighter, cleaner and healthier future for the next generation. Every day, Laurentis helps clients around the world bring that vision to life.
Bird Construction
Bird is a Canadian construction and maintenance company providing a comprehensive scope offering and a diversified portfolio of services to industrial, infrastructure and buildings markets, including new construction and retrofits; industrial maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) services, shutdowns and turnarounds; civil infrastructure construction; mine support services; telecommunications and instrumentation, electrical and mechanical contracting; fabrication; steel modular construction; and specialty trades.
Laurentis Energy Partners
Cutting-edge, reliable, and global nuclear energy solutions - Laurentis is built around the simple but powerful idea that harnessing the power of nuclear energy can lead to a brighter, cleaner and healthier future for the next generation. Every day, Laurentis helps clients around the world bring that vision to life.
[ #NextGen2NetZero™ | Nuclear Technology Forum ]
The #NextGen2NetZero Nuclear Technology Forum is an exclusive event aimed at addressing the critical need to bridge the gap between the next workforce generation and the advancements in nuclear reactor technologies - crucial on the aim to achieving the Net-Zero objectives in the nuclear industry.
With an ageing workforce and net-zero carbon future goals, the nuclear industry is looking to successfully overcome the challenges required to build a sustainable future. Immersive technologies for training and education are being developed and innovated to speed up this process.
This event will bring together the industry leaders, policymakers, academics, and young professionals to explore strategies and initiatives to ensure a skilled and knowledgeable workforce for the future of the nuclear industry along with developers of the advanced reactor technologies, training & education providers, as well as the vendors/developers of immersive training tools.
Together, we have the power to transform the energy landscape and set a new course towards Net Zero emissions. Thank you for joining us in this crucial endeavor. We are looking forward to meeting you there!
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Our online payment system is very efficient, secure and works greatly from desktop and mobile devices. Looking forward to meeting you!AGENDA: We will be covering the following topics ...
Nuclear New Build Renaissance, Full Scope Reactors and SMRs: Challenges and Opportunities.
Simulation & Immersive Technologies: NextGen Education & Workforce Training.
NextGen Nuclear Digitalization: AI & Cybersecurity in Nuclear Energy.
NextGen Nuclear for life: Modern Industry & Medical Isotopes applications.
Women in Nuclear & DEI: Gender & cultural balance to empower skills base.
Nuclear Nextgen Innovation: Industry & Academy synergy towards Net Zero.
08.00 - 08.40 WELCOME TO THE #NG2NZ026!
3rd edition of the NextGen2NetZero Nuclear Technology Forum
Registration
08.40 - 09.00 Conexus Nuclear Inc -Sonia Qureshi - Vice President, Projects and Chief Technology Officer
NEW BUILD MODULE & EVENT INTRODUCTORY SPEECH
Our collaboration hub supports the Canadian nuclear industry's existing operations and new construction projects, including the integration of digital technologies and lessons learned into new builds.
09.00 - 09.20 IAAC Impact Assessment Agency of Canada - Candida Cianci - Director, Review Panels Division & CNSC - Shannon Castellarin - Director, Environmental Review Division
Efficient Impact Assessment and Regulatory Processe
Recognizing the importance of a clear and predictable regulatory landscape, this session explores how the Government of Canada is improving regulatory processes to support timely assessments and investment certainty for major projects, including new nuclear builds.
09.20 - 09.40 Laurentis Energy Partners - Susie Ho - Director New Nuclear
New Nuclear: The Era of Deliverability
The nuclear industry has shifted from policy goals to physical infrastructure as it enters a phase focused on construction and delivery. This presentation examines the current global landscape including the rising energy needs of the digital economy and the strategic models used in leading international markets. Participants will learn how to navigate supply chain constraints and leverage the financial frameworks required to make new projects viable. We will discuss why standardized fleet deployment is necessary to drive down costs and how a coordinated strategy can transform ambitious targets into reliable energy assets.
09.40 - 10.10 PANEL DISCUSSION
Nuclear New Build Renaissance, Full Scope Reactors and SMRs: Challenges and Opportunities.
MODERATION: Muhammed Khan - Director Projects - Bird Construction
PARTICIPATION by: Chanmin Lee - Director of New Build Incubator at Candu Energy Inc, an AtkinsRéalis company / Jennifer Wong - National Power Generation Leader - Accenture / Chris Dixon - Vice President, Nuclear, Laurentis Energy Partners / Chad MacLean - Sr Director, Business Dev & Transformation - Bruce Power / Sonia Qureshi - Vice President, Projects and Chief Technology Officer at Conexus Nuclear Inc.
10.10 - 10.40 NETWORKING BREAK - VISIT THE EXHIBITORS STANDS FOR LATEST TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENTS
10.40 - 11.00 CNIC Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council - Melody Greaves - Executive Dir & VP Government Relations
Canada’s isotope ecosystem today
This presentation provides an overview of the Canadian supply chain for medical isotopes, including the entire production pipeline from Canada’s network of research and power reactors and accelerators, to leading radiopharmaceutical development and manufacturing companies, to transportation exports, and to the world-class hospitals working to deliver life-saving procedures to patients. This presentation also identifies key opportunities and areas for Canadian leadership and growth within the global nuclear medicine market.
11.00 - 11.20 Nordion - Richard Wiens - Dir Business Development & Strategic Supply
Canada’s Cobalt-60 advantage
Canada has been a global leader in Cobalt-60 production, research and use for decades. Most of the world’s Co-60 came from Canada’s Chalk River reactors, and Canada’s Co-60 business has since transitioned smoothly to Canada’s power reactors, allowing Canada to be the dominant global producer of Co-60 since 1951. Canada is responsible for 80% of the Co-60 on the market today and Canadian Cobalt-sterilized medical equipment can be found in healthcare facilities and clinics all around the world.
11.20 - 11.40 CNL Canadian Nuclear Laboratories - Jacqueline Parco - Technical Manager - CNL Isotope Business
Finding a solution for the rarest drug on Earth through Canadian innovation
Actinium-225 is a radiotheranostics isotope that has been dubbed one of the ‘rarest radioisotopes on Earth’ because it is so difficult to source and produce at a commercial level. CNL has formed a new joint venture, Actineer, with ITM that is revolutionizing the way that Ac-225 is produced. Through these efforts, more hospitals and researchers will have access to this highly promising isotope for cancer treatment.
11.40 - 12.00 Candu Energy Inc, an AtkinsRéalis company - John Orr - Director of Strategy-New Reactors and New Markets
Ensuring Canadian resiliency through stable isotopes
The first step in the isotope production pipeline is securing stable isotopes and target materials needed for irradiation. In an era of uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and airline fluctuations, having a secure supply of stable isotopes is key to Canadian growth.
12.00 - 12.20 Bruce Power - Laura Murphy - Isotope Expansion Manager
Bruce Power- Isotope Innovation Update
Opportunities to expand isotope production, drive innovation across the value chain, and strengthen industry-wide collaboration in Canada.
12.20 - 13.00 PANEL DISCUSSION
NextGen Nuclear for life: Medical Isotopes production, radiopharma & applications
MODERATION: Melody Greaves - Executive Dir & VP Government Relations - CNIC Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council
PARTICIPATION by: Chris Horne - Director, Commercial Isotopes & NSS Strategy - Ontario Power Generation / Alex Wellstead - Director of Public Affairs and Government Relations (Ontario) - Novartis / John Orr - Director of Strategy-New Reactors and New Markets at Candu Energy Inc, an AtkinsRéalis company
13.00 - 14.00 LUNCH NETWORKING BREAK - VISIT THE EXHIBITORS STANDS FOR LATEST TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENTS
14.00 - 14.20 Candu Energy Inc, an AtkinsRéalis company - Robin Dussart - Vice President Digital Solutions
Enabling and embracing Nuclear Digitalization
Looking ahead to 2035, we’ve identified key digital solutions or approches vital to transform each stage of a Nuclear project lifecycle, whether it is to support new build, generation or decommissioning.
14.20 - 14.40 McMaster University - Goran Calic - Associate Professor
Innovation in Nuclear: Digitalization impact, applications and AI dimension
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally transforming nuclear technology and energy applications by offering advanced solutions to long-standing challenges.
14.40 - 15.00 Conexus Nuclear Inc - Kelly Curtis - Program Director of I.T. Operations
Canadian Nuclear Industry Digitalization
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digitalization efforts in the nuclear sector should be seeing through collaborative initiatives with industry partners and regulators, focusing on innovation, R&D, and the safe integration of these technologies.
15.00 - 15.20 XCIS Consulting Inc - tbc
Where Nuclear Grade Data Meets Production AI
AI & Analytics helps organizations unlock the full value of their data through advanced analysis and intelligent solutions.
15.20 - 15.40 Humber Polytechnic - Francis Syms - Head, School of Clean Energy
Core Perspectives on Cybersecurity: A human issue more than a technical one
How AI can both threaten and enhance security measures, particularly in the protection of critical national systems.
15.40 - 16.10 PANEL DISCUSSION
NextGen Nuclear Digitalization: AI & Cybersecurity in Nuclear Energy.
MODERATION: Accenture - Maciej Hryniewicki - Canada AI & Data Lead for Utilities
PARTICIPATION by: Mike Welland - Associate Professor - McMaster University / Moe Fadaee - Leading ML/AI team - Kinectrics / Kelly Curtis - Program Director of I.T. Operations at Conexus Nuclear Inc / Rob Jamieson
Director AI and Automation at Candu Energy Inc, an AtkinsRéalis company. / Tam Jeffs - Director Nuclear QA and Management Systems at NPX
16.10 - 16.30 NETWORKING BREAK - VISIT THE EXHIBITORS STANDS FOR LATEST TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENTS
16.30 - 17.10 PANEL DISCUSSION
Nuclear NextGen Innovation: Technology, Industry and Academy towards Net Zero
MODERATION: AECL Atomic Energy of Canada Limited - Amy Gottschling - VP Science, Technology & Commercial oversight
PARTICIPATION by: Kate Huner-Johnson - Director of Science and Technology Strategic Partnerships - CNL Canadian Nuclear Laboratories / Les Jacobs - Vice President Research & Innovation - Ontario Tech University / Sriram Suryanarayan - Director Innovation - Kinectrics / John Preston - Associate Vice President Nuclear - McMaster University / Chad MacLean - Sr Director, Business Dev & Transformation - Bruce Power
08.40 - 09.00 WELCOME TO THE #NG2NZ026!
3rd edition of the NextGen2NetZero Nuclear Technology Forum
Registration
08.40 - 09.10 Conexus Nuclear Inc - Mark Skuce - Director, Learning and Development
Education and training to support Canadian nuclear workforce development
The large, anticipated growth in the nuclear sector in Canada is clear. An effective strategy for supplying a workforce to support this growth is not yet clear. Universities and colleges provide the baseload of workforce supply, which is expected to continue with a strong baseline on technology and innovation.
09.10 - 09.40 Ontario Tech University - Akira Tokuhiro - Professor - Ontario Tech University
Nuclear Simulation Laboratory: Innovation for education
Extensive nuclear power plant computer simulation for superior training engineering program. Nuclear Simulation Lab a state-of-the-art computer and display system for the operation and simulation of nuclear power plants.
09.40 - 10.10 McMaster University - Markus Piro - Associate Professor
Nuclear Workforce Development Activities at McMaster
Home to the Canada’s most powerful nuclear research reactor, McMaster University is training the nuclear engineers, scientists, and healthcare leaders of tomorrow.
10.10 - 10.40 NETWORKING BREAK - VISIT THE EXHIBITORS STANDS FOR LATEST TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENTS
10.40 - 11.10 FNPA First Nations Power Authority - Mikayla Woodward - Project Advisor
XR Mixed Reality - Immersive Technology for Nuclear Education
11.10 - 11.40 Candu Energy Inc, an AtkinsRéalis company - Sam Stephens - Director, Head of Digital, Nuclear
Advanced Simulation Technology to deliver safe, optimized and flexible Training in Nuclear.
11.40 - 12.10 TSSA Technical Standards & Safety Authority - Vinod Chugh - Director Nuclear
SMRs - AI-driven Nuclear optimization & digital workforce Training
12.10 - 12.50 PANEL DISCUSSION
NextGen Technologies for Nuclear Training & Education: What´s Next?
MODERATION by Mark Skuce - Director, Learning and Development at Conexus Nuclear Inc / PARTICIPATION by Richard Ireland
Senior Manager Simulator Services at Ontario Power Generation / Filippo Genco - Industry Training Director & Associate Teaching Professor at Ontario Tech University / Markus Piro - Associate Professor at McMaster University / Akira Tokuhiro - Professor - Ontario Tech University / Sam Stephens - Director, Head of Digital, Nuclear at Candu Energy Inc, an AtkinsRéalis company
12.50 - 13.10 PANEL DISCUSSION
The importance of inclusion & diversity for creating a sense of belonging in the Nuclear Industry
MODERATION by Adam Kahgee - Director Indigenous Relations and Business Partnerships - Bruce Power / PARTICIPATION by Mikayla Woodward Project Advisor - First Nations Power Authority / Savalaxs (Sara) Supa-Amornkul - Director of International Business Development - Candu Energy Inc, an AtkinsRéalis company /
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