About Us
The Canadian Association of Small Modular Reactors (CASMR) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating and promoting SMRs as a transformative wave of nuclear energy innovation that meets Canada’s environmental, economic, and social objectives. Our mission is to accelerate the development and deployment of SMRs to fulfill Canada’s net-zero ambitions.
We are committed to promoting a comprehensive understanding of SMR technology among the public, industry, and policymakers, while advocating for regulatory reforms and financial incentives that support SMR development.
We aim to enhance Canada’s competitiveness in the nuclear sector, boost confidence in nuclear energy, and actively engage with Indigenous communities. Our focus encompasses industry collaboration in R&D, setting high safety standards, developing SMR supply chains, and cultivating both domestic and international markets.
CASMR is dedicated to transparently addressing concerns about safety, waste management, and decommissioning, ensuring that SMR growth aligns with the interests of all stakeholders.
Powering the Future: SMRs, Nuclear Fuel and Decarbonizing the Mining Sector
This sideline event, held during the PDAC Convention in Toronto, will explore how Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and nuclear fuel are poised to play a pivotal role in decarbonizing the mining sector. As global demand for clean energy rises, Canada’s mining companies are positioning the country to be a key player in the future of clean energy. With the growing recognition of nuclear energy's role, SMRs offer a reliable, low-carbon energy solution to power mining operations, providing both electricity and heat. The discussion will delve into the potential of SMRs to drive sustainability in mining, reduce emissions, and support the transition to a green energy future. Experts will highlight the synergy between SMRs, nuclear fuel, and mining, and explore the opportunities for innovation and growth in this critical sector. The event will gather policy makers, regulators, government representatives, industry leaders, and Indigenous communities from Canada, alongside international partners, to discuss how these technologies can help reshape the future of mining and clean energy.
Speakers
Honourable René Legacy
Deputy Premier, Minister of Finance and Treasury Board, Minister responsible for Energy
Government of New Brunswick
Guy Lonechild
Chief Executive Officer
First Nations Power Authority (FNPA)
Amir Vexler
President and Chief Executive Officer
Centrus Energy Corp.
