Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization. Le principal organisme de sciences et

CNL is Canada’s premier nuclear science and technology organization. CNL is a world leader in developing peaceful and innovative applications from nuclear technology through its expertise in physics, metallurgy, chemistry, biology and engineering. Highly skilled employees enthusiastically deliver a range of nuclear services – ranging from research and development, design and engineering to special

ized technology, waste management and decommissioning. Les LNC sont la principale organisation de sciences et de technologie nucléaires au Canada. Les LNC sont un chef de file mondial dans le développement d’applications pacifiques et novatrices de la technologie nucléaire, grâce à leur expertise en physique, en métallurgie, en chimie, en biologie et en ingénierie. Des employés hautement spécialisés fournissent avec empressement toute une gamme de services dans le domaine nucléaire : recherche et développement, conception et ingénierie, technologies spécialisées, gestion des déchets et déclassement.

CNL welcomes the newly announced Nuclear Energy Strategy for Canada, and its important role in enabling Canada’s clean a...
06/23/2026

CNL welcomes the newly announced Nuclear Energy Strategy for Canada, and its important role in enabling Canada’s clean and secure energy future.

As Canada’s national nuclear laboratory, we are the past, present and future of nuclear science & technology in Canada. We look forward to ensuring our experience and expertise continue to support the development of Canada’s nuclear workforce, our continued status as a tier one nuclear nation, and the strategic growth and development of nuclear in Canada.

We were thrilled to hear Minister Hodgson highlight the important role of Chalk River Laboratories because we’re very proud of the work we get to do everyday supporting Canadian priorities. Over 4,000 CNL staff are contributing to the revitalization of the Chalk River campus, supporting the safe operation of Canada’s current fleet, and advancing new technologies in health, waste management and clean energy.

Together with , we’re excited to play a leading role advancing nuclear in Canada.

We had a busy and rewarding week at !Team CNL was proud to hold the microphone ten times across the conference’s many t...
06/23/2026

We had a busy and rewarding week at !

Team CNL was proud to hold the microphone ten times across the conference’s many technical sessions and plenaries—and bring home two awards, along the way.

On stage, our experts shared insights spanning a wide range of topics: the value of new research infrastructure, the role of human factors in the nuclear industry, and the importance of communicating complex science clearly, just to name a few.

Off stage, we built new connections, strengthened existing ones, and soaked up knowledge from every session and conversation we could.

Thank you to the Canadian Nuclear Society for bringing the industry together around our shared passion for—and pursuit of—nuclear scientific excellence.

Wood Waste Diversion Now Underway at Advanced Nuclear Materials Research Centre (ANMRC) ProjectCNL launched a new proces...
06/22/2026

Wood Waste Diversion Now Underway at Advanced Nuclear Materials Research Centre (ANMRC) Project
CNL launched a new process to divert wood waste from landfill—now shredded on-site and sent to a recycler in Ottawa for reuse.
✅ 104 bins diverted annually
✅ ~$29K/year in cost savings
✅ 1,456 cubic yards kept out of landfill
A great step forward in sustainability and efficiency!

💙 SUPPORTING HEALTHCARE IN OUR COMMUNITY 💙CNL and Nuclear Laboratory Partners of Canada (NLPC) are proud to pledge $250,...
06/19/2026

💙 SUPPORTING HEALTHCARE IN OUR COMMUNITY 💙

CNL and Nuclear Laboratory Partners of Canada (NLPC) are proud to pledge $250,000 to the Pembroke Regional Hospital Foundation’s Together We Care Campaign — supporting critical healthcare in the Ottawa Valley.

Over the next five years, investment from NLPC will help fund a new CT scanner, ensuring timely, high-quality diagnostic care close to home for more than 100,000 residents.

The announcement was made during the campaign’s recent public launch, where Dennis Carr, President and CEO of Canadian Nuclear Laboratories, spoke to the importance of strong community partnerships in advancing local healthcare.

“We hope our investment, sends a clear message that both NLPC and CNL are committed to supporting our community, not only today, but well into the future,” added Carr. “As one of the area’s largest employers, CNL recognizes the importance of supporting the communities where our employees live and work. Supporting initiatives like enhanced healthcare helps build healthy, resilient communities that attract and retain the workforce needed for our region’s continued success.”

PRH Foundation Board Chair Lisa Edmonds also acknowledged the importance of the contribution, noting the role of both community and corporate leadership in helping move local healthcare forward.

“The generosity shown by CNL and NLPC is a powerful example of what can be achieved when organizations come together in support of healthcare,” said Edmonds. “This investment will directly benefit patients and families across our region.”

We’re committed to building strong, healthy communities — now and for the future.

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. Many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities celebrate their cultures, l...
06/18/2026

June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. Many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities celebrate their cultures, languages, and traditions at this time of year. The summer solstice (June 21) holds deep spiritual and cultural significance for many Indigenous Peoples. It is a time of renewal, connection, and celebration. Visit the National Indigenous Peoples Day web page to learn more and discover how you can participate https://ow.ly/l3Np50Z5L3B

The new issue of Kids CONTACT is off to the printers, so keep an eye on your mailboxes! In this latest edition, we are f...
06/17/2026

The new issue of Kids CONTACT is off to the printers, so keep an eye on your mailboxes!

In this latest edition, we are focusing on the science of summer! While the warmer summer weather allows CNL to perform work we couldn’t otherwise perform in winter, we also conduct research that has a connection to summer. In this issue, your kids can learn about projects CNL is conducting to transform sand into a battery, explore whether a nuclear-powered greenhouse could help Canadian farmers, and study how climate change – and the longer summers – are affecting the movement of radionuclides in the environment.

And did you know that the Eiffel Tower grows six inches in the summer? Or that the sun doesn’t just keep us warm, it also makes us healthy? Your kids can learn about all of this and more, and as always, if they complete and submit any of our fun challenges, they could win a prize!

Click the link to get an early look at the issue. Enjoy!

https://www.cnl.ca/news-publications/newsletters/

CNL is proud to be a sponsor of the 🏃‍♀️‍➡️Run for Home🏡 in support of the Deep River Hospital! Every step taken and eve...
06/16/2026

CNL is proud to be a sponsor of the 🏃‍♀️‍➡️Run for Home🏡 in support of the Deep River Hospital!

Every step taken and every dollar raised will help to fund the purchase of accessible vehicles for the Four Seasons Lodge Long-Term Care Home, providing the residents with safe transportation and greater opportunities to stay connected with the community.

At CNL, we’re proud to support initiatives that strengthen our community. Quality healthcare and community connections matter to our employees, their family, our friends and our neighbours.

Join us in making a difference! Register today at drdhfoundation.com/RunForHome

"Tritium is responsible for the glowing red light in exit signs above doorways, the hands and numbers on glow-in-the-dar...
06/16/2026

"Tritium is responsible for the glowing red light in exit signs above doorways, the hands and numbers on glow-in-the-dark wristwatches, and the way-finding lines along either side of an airplane aisle. And, if you ask scientists from around the world, it also has the very real potential to help enable fusion energy in the future."

Read about the research Canadian scientists are undertaking to inform policies on the materials used to design and build deuterium-tritium fusion systems in Canada:

https://www.cnl.ca/chasing-the-sun-canadas-national-nuclear-laboratory-searches-for-materials-strong-enough-to-support-a-fusion-energy-future/

We’re out west! 🌄Canadian Nuclear Laboratories is proud to be in Calgary for the Canadian Nuclear Society’s annual confe...
06/16/2026

We’re out west! 🌄

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories is proud to be in Calgary for the Canadian Nuclear Society’s annual conference, where the country’s nuclear community comes together to exchange ideas, showcase innovation, and drive the future of nuclear science.

You’ll find our team presenting in technical sessions, sharing insights on panels, and connecting with curious minds at the CNL booth. Come say hello!

06/13/2026

CNL is one of a handful of laboratories worldwide with the ability to produce Actinium-225 thanks to our capabilities here at Chalk River Laboratories. Through Actineer, the joint venture between Canadian Nuclear Laboratories and ITM, CNL is now the first in Canada to successfully produce Ac-225 using a cyclotron and Radium-226 targets.

We’re proud to play an integral role in Ontario's , supporting the successful production of lifesaving cancer treatment.

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