NAYGN Canada Chapter Glows their Own Way at 2025 WiN Canada Conference in Niagara Falls

The 2025 Women in Nuclear (WiN) Canada Conference, held from October 5–8 at the Sheraton Fallsview in Niagara Falls, Ontario, was a vibrant gathering of professionals, advocates, and innovators from across the nuclear sector. Among the many attendees, members of NAYGN chapters across Canada made a particularly strong impact, showcasing leadership, innovation, and a commitment to shaping the future of the industry.

NAYGN members contributed significantly to the conference’s programming, delivering insightful and inspiring presentations that resonated with attendees. Highlights included:

- Rusham Ahmad of the Candu Energy Inc. Chapter presented Powering Progress: How Artificial Intelligence is Driving Innovation in the Nuclear Industry, exploring the transformative role of AI in enhancing operational efficiency and safety.

- The WiNfluencer Panel featured Dorian Charette from the NWMO Chapter, who shared perspectives on influence, advocacy, and leadership within the nuclear community.

- Jason Ng of the Bruce Power Chapter delivered a compelling talk titled Learning from Failure: Leadership through Resiliency, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and growth in leadership roles.

- A dynamic trio of co-op students from the Bruce Power Chapter—Ava Rothmaier, Maria Accardi, and Yusra Khan—presented Fueling the Future: How Students are Shaping the Nuclear Industry Today, highlighting the contributions and potential of emerging professionals.

- Emily Dawe of the Hatch Chapter shared her expertise in Integrated Emergency Response Planning, underscoring the critical role of preparedness and coordination in nuclear safety.

These presentations not only showcased the depth of talent within NAYGN Canada chapters but also reinforced the importance of youth engagement and cross-generational collaboration in advancing Canada’s nuclear sector.

For more details about the conference and upcoming events, visit the WiN Canada website.