Media Advisory - Canadian Nuclear Association Hosts Annual Conference and Tradeshow

OTTAWA, Feb. 3, 2015 /CNW/ -

What:		The Canadian Nuclear Association is hosting its annual conference and tradeshow. This year's theme is "Power for a Cooler Climate." The event will feature one of the founders of climate change science, Dr. James Hansen, as well as noted climate experts from industry, academia and government.
When:		February 25-27, 2015
Where:		The Westin Hotel
		11 Colonel By Drive
		Ottawa, ON K1N 9H4
Who:		The Honourable Greg Rickford, Minister of Natural Resources
		The Honourable Bob Chiarelli, Ontario Minister of Energy
		Dr. Michael Binder, CEO of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
		Ms. Julie Gelfand, Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development
		Dr. James Hansen, Climatologist
		Mr. Jon Montgomery, Canadian Olympian and Host of the Amazing Race Canada
		Mr. Duncan Hawthorne, CEO of Bruce Power
		Mr. Tom Mitchell, CEO of Ontario Power Generation
		Dr. John Barrett, CEO of the Canadian Nuclear Association
		Mr. Preston Swafford, CEO of Candu Energy
Why:		Climate change has been a growing concern for decades, and scientists predict that the greenhouse gases we emit could shift the climate beyond an irreversible tipping point within our lifetimes.
		Nuclear is among the most promising technologies to help reduce emissions, and it is therefore our responsibility to step up and lead the dialogue.

SOURCE Canadian Nuclear Association

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