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Chalk River: Commission Tribunal Information

The CNSC is mandated to regulate the use of nuclear energy and materials and thereby protect the health, safety and security of Canadians and the environment. The well-being of people, communities and industries determine the Commission Tribunal’s decisions on nuclear-related activities.

Chalk River Laboratories has been in operation since 1944. The laboratories are the oldest nuclear-research facilities in the country, acting as a hub for a variety of scientific activities.

The following materials may be of interest to people who live and work in the Chalk River area:

Commission meetings about nuclear facilities in Chalk River

The Commission Tribunal holds public meetings about once a month. At these events, Commission members deliberate on a wide range of topics related to the nuclear regulatory process and the wellbeing of the Chalk River community.

Commission hearings about nuclear facilities in Chalk River

The Commission Tribunal holds public hearings to discuss the licensing of nuclear facilities. At these events, the Commission Tribunal addresses nuclear concerns that affect you and your community. Consult a summary of decisions, made between 2007 and 2009, that impact the region of Chalk River and its facilities.