Cobalt-60 is radioisotope used to sterilize more than 30% of all single-use medical devices globally, and more than 50% of Cobalt-60 comes from CANDU reactors in Ontario. It is also used to treat brain and breast cancer and other diseases. Join this session to discover how Cobalt-60 is produced, processed, transported and used, and learn about how this Canadian success story contributes to the health and wellbeing of millions of people around the world.
Teams Link: https://events.gov.teams.microsoft.us/event/4f63827e-f244-4c80-a9da-9108b95ba4ce@80e9a993-af5f-445c-969b-d424a848a24d
Make sure to register using the above link, to gain access to the Teams link for the Lunch and Learn.
Event Disclaimers:
By attending this event, you acknowledge and consent to the possibility of being photographed and/or recorded for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to appear in any media, please notify an event organizer upon arrival.
Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance to allow us to accommodate others on the waitlist.
WiN Canada does not offer refunds for cancellations. If you are experiencing an extenuating circumstance, you may request a refund to canada@womeninnuclear.org. Refunds for extenuating circumstances are not guaranteed and are decided on a case-by-case basis. By registering for this event, you agree to this policy.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Let’s wrap up an amazing year WiN-style! Join us on November 20th, 5–8 PM at the Darlington Energy Complex for an evening of creativity, connection, and celebration!
We’re so excited to welcome Artists Melissa & Vicky from Indigenous Art Collective Ishkōdé for a hands-on, art-filled night:
Come enjoy great company, and pizza as we close out the year with our amazing WiN Durham community.
Location: Darlington Energy Complex Auditorium ️Date: Thursday, November 20th
Time: 5:00–8:00 PM
Spots are limited — keep an eye out for the registration link!
Note: There is currently a payment processing issue. We are working with the adminsitrators to resolve the issue. Sorry for the inconvience.
Exciting Event Alert – Nuclear Facility Tour! ⚛️
Ready to go behind the scenes of the Nuclear Facilities within the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science?
Join us for an exclusive Nuclear Facility Tour within the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Ontario Tech University!
What’s happening? Explore their cutting-edge lab spaces and step into the heart of nuclear operations with their Control Room Simulator – it’s as close as you can get to the real thing if you don't work in the control room!
Bonus: Bring a friend who’s curious about nuclear education or thinking of joining the field – it’s the perfect intro to the exciting world of nuclear science!
Where: Ontario Tech University When: November 22nd, 10:00–11:45 AM ️Who’s invited: YOU + a guest interested in nuclear studies!
When: $5 proceeds donated to the Ontario Tech University Girl's STEM summer camp.
What: Information session on Nuclear Enginneering and AOOM program, followed by 90-minute guided tour of Ontario Tech's nuclear facilities
Tour Requirements:
Parking Information: Parking Lot: Founders lot 2 Map link
Access to Parking:
Building Location: Energy Research Centre (ERC) – here is an interactive map interactive map Map link
Meeting Location: Enter the building and walk through the atrium. We can all meet at the benches underneath the horse. Map link
EmPOWERed Women: Taking the Stage is a program that enables women to view leadership through the lens of communication – supporting them to develop the skills needed to be seen as strong, confident leaders. EmPOWERed Women achieves this by addressing fundamental communication habits that often reduce women’s ability to come across as influential leaders in their organizations. In this program participants will learn how to communicate effectively and discover how to adopt an empowered mindset, speak with clarity and intention, unlock the power of their voice, and achieve a confident and authentic presence. They discover how to adopt an empowered mindset, script themselves with clarity and intention, unlock the power of their voice, and achieve a confident and authentic presence.
Women In Nuclear Canada is pleased to offer this specific cohort as an in-person experience. Group sizes are capped at a 12:2 participant to instructor ratio to ensure ample individual feedback and opportunities for social learning. Participants will leave this program with skills they have already had a chance to apply, test, and receive feedback on over the course of the experience.
Please note: a full know before you go document will be sent out 2 weeks in advance of the session to paid participants. If you have not received this yet, please check spam or contact us for details.
When: Tuesday, November 25 and Wednesday, November 26 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Where:
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Minwamon Building – Main Gate Building – 2nd Floor Rm 201
286 Plant Road
Chalk River, ON
K0J 1J0
Fee: $800 + HST
EmPOWERed Women: Taking the Stage Sponsored by Bird and Kinectrics
When: Wednesday, February 11 and Thursday, February 12 from 8:00am - 4:30pm
Where: Darlington Energy Centre Auditorium
Women in Nuclear Canada
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