Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

09/03/2026

The CNL Wellness Team is looking for health and wellness practitioners, educators, non-profit organizations, community groups, and subject matter experts to participate in our annual Wellness Fairs this fall.

Each year, our Wellness Fairs connect employees with valuable resources, services, and information that support physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. We're seeking organizations that can share expertise, provide educational resources, offer demonstrations, or showcase services that promote healthier lifestyles.

This year, participants may have the opportunity to attend a fair at select locations:

📍 Chalk River Laboratories (Ontario)
📍 Whiteshell Laboratories (Manitoba)

Whether you're a health professional, community organization, wellness provider, or advocate, we'd love to hear from you. There are also limited virtual opportunities.

Interested in participating? Contact us at [email protected] to inquire.

09/02/2026

This September, we recognize Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We remain committed to listening, learning, and taking meaningful steps on our collective reconciliation journey.

08/31/2026

Exciting news! CNL has completed its 131st building demolition, permanently changing the skyline at Chalk River Laboratories.

Following six years of characterization and planning activities, hazard abatement, remediation, system isolations, and waste removal, our decommissioning team worked diligently over the past several months to safely complete the structural demolition. Over 7,450 square feet of footprint has been safely removed.

This achievement marks another important step forward in CNL's environmental remediation and decommissioning efforts, demonstrating our commitment to safety, excellence, and responsible site revitalization.

08/28/2026

💙CNL In Our Community💙
CNL was proud to be a sponsor of the All Hands on Deck Food Drive hosted by myFM yesterday.

Thanks to the generosity of individuals, businesses, and community partners across Renfrew County, funds, food, and back-to-school supplies were collected to help support local families as they prepare for the school year ahead.

We are grateful to be part of a community that comes together to make a meaningful difference for those who need it most.

08/27/2026

Yesterday, Sagkeeng Anicinabe Nation, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), and (AECL) announced the signing of a bridging agreement, representing a meaningful step forward that sets the path towards meeting long-term goals together. https://ow.ly/NiGm50ZG9hK

08/26/2026

CNL’s work to advance next-generation reactor technologies continues!

Yesterday, we announced some exciting research that will soon be underway with NuCube Energy – a company productizing factory-built microreactors – that will progress aspects of the NuCube reactor design.

Under the initiative, CNL will qualify existing experimental data and benchmark computational models used to predict heat pipe performance at high temperatures, which is expected to play an important role in supporting the licensing pathway for NuCube’s technology.

Check it out: https://ow.ly/hX8r50ZFFwv

08/22/2026

For the record: a few robots were harmed in the making of this video. But every robot dent, bump, and bruise helped fuel a summer of discovery!

While we'll miss all the camp fun, we had an incredible three weeks of exploration at the CNL Science Camp. This summer, students from our local communities in Deep River, Petawawa, Pembroke, and The Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation visited our Chalk River site to learn about the exciting world of from our researchers and staff.

With the help of our creative staff and facilitators, students built moon landers, coded robots, visited our labs and facilities, and learned about real-world scientific applications through fun, hands-on challenges.

Thank you to all our partners, including Town of Deep River City of Pembroke Town of Petawawa The Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation, letstalkscienceottawa Canadian Nuclear Heritage Museum and all the CNL staff who support the camps and help bring science to life for young .

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08/21/2026

💙CNL In Our Community 💙

CNL was proud to sponsor the Coldest Night of the Year in support of The Grind Pembroke, a meaningful event that helps raise awareness and support for vulnerable members of our community.

We would also like to thank The Grind Pembroke for presenting CNL with a plaque of appreciation and for hosting us for a tour of their facility today. We appreciated the opportunity to learn more about the incredible work they do and to have a thoughtful discussion about the positive impact they continue to make in our community.

Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and supported this year's event. Your generosity and commitment help make our community a stronger, more compassionate, and better place to live. See you next year!

08/18/2026

CNL was pleased to attend the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa this week.

The conference brought together municipal leaders and representatives from across Ontario to discuss key issues, share insights, and build stronger communities. CNL was proud to have an exhibit booth where attendees could learn more about our organization, our work, and our contributions to Ontario and Canada.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to connect with our team. We appreciated the opportunity to engage with municipalities from across the province and strengthen relationships with our community partners and stakeholders. We look forward to continuing the conversation!

08/18/2026