Women in Nuclear Canada

Women in Nuclear Canada

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Gender equalityEmployment & SkillsEducationScience & Research
AssociationFounded 2004National reach
Profile last updated: August 4, 2026

About

Founded in 2004, Women in Nuclear Canada is a non-profit association based in Toronto, Canada working on gender equality, employment & skills, education +1 more.

Women in Nuclear Canada is a non-profit association that advocates for nuclear and radiation technologies in Canada, educates the public on their benefits, builds professional networks and promotes career interest in nuclear engineering, science, technology and the trades, especially among women and young people. It is formed of regional chapters across the country and runs mentoring, leadership, networking and professional development initiatives for members. Membership is free and open to anyone who supports nuclear and radiation technologies. The association is part of the global Women in Nuclear network and works with industry employers on equity, diversity and inclusion.

Location

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2004

Organisation type

Association

Focus areas

nuclearwomen in STEMcareer developmentadvocacymentorshipnetworkingradiation technology

Languages

EN

Causes & programmes

Causes

Gender equalityEmployment & SkillsEducationScience & Research

Works for

Women & GirlsYouth

How they work

Advocacy & campaigningAwareness & educationCapacity building

Programmes

Mentorship Program

Employment & Skills

Mentoring and leadership development for women and men working in the nuclear industry.

LEAP Program

Employment & Skills

Leadership and professional development programme.

Speakers Clearinghouse

Science & Research

Directory connecting speakers with audiences on nuclear and radiation topics.

Countries of operation

Canada

Funding & support

Ways to support

Membership

Credentials & affiliations

Awards

Education and Communication Award

Canadian Nuclear Society and Canadian Nuclear Association2020

Partnerships

Canadian Nuclear Isotope Council, Ontario Society of Professional Engineers, Centre for Skills Canada, Centre for Canadian Nuclear Sustainability, Equal by 30

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