AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear company with offices around the world, welcomes Canada Metal North America (CNMA) as a new ambassador in support of the Canadians for CANDU campaign.
With a history dating back to 1883, Canada Metal North America is now a global supplier of industrial scale lead-based and other non-ferrous metal solutions. With coast-to-coast coverage, CMNA’s radiation protection division is proud to provide 100% made-in-Canada lead-based radiation shielding.
The Canadians for CANDU campaign was launched on February 28, 2024, and is proudly supported by organizations including organized labour, supply chain, nuclear medicine, education, and Indigenous Canadian organizations. Spearheaded by Co-Chairs the Right Honourable Jean Chrétien and former Ontario Premier Mike Harris, the campaign promotes the deployment of CANDU® nuclear technology at home and abroad in support of Canadian and global efforts to reach net-zero emissions.
“I would like to thank Canada Metal North America for their leadership in Canada’s world class nuclear sector, and their support for CANDU technology,” said Joe St. Julian, President, Nuclear, AtkinsRéalis. “This growing movement can position Canada as a global clean energy champion, while promoting a domestic nuclear industry that Canadians can be proud of.”
“CMNA is proud to be a champion for CANDU and Canada’s nuclear industry,” said Thomas Hall, Vice President, Canada Metal North America. “CANDU technology has not only pushed Canadian suppliers to be world class, but it has also opened global markets and made Canada a leader in medical isotope production and research. With our history as a supplier of radiation shielding to Canada’s nuclear industry stretching back more than 60 years, we are proud to continue to support CANDU, a critical piece of Canadian technology that provides safe, clean energy to millions around the globe while producing life-saving medical isotopes.”
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