Keynote address by President Pierre Tremblay at the 2025 Canadian Nuclear Association conference

On April 17, 2025, Pierre Tremblay, CNSC President and CEO, delivered a keynote address at the Canadian Nuclear Association annual conference and tradeshow.

Thank you, Jill, for that kind introduction.  

Before I begin, I would like to acknowledge that we are gathered here today in Ottawa on the unceded traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe peoples. 

I respectfully recognize the relationship that First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples have with the land and waters that all Canadians live in and enjoy. Please take a moment to reflect and offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Nations and communities who are the traditional caretakers of these lands and waters. 

As mentioned, I am Pierre Tremblay, President of the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, or CNSC, and I couldn’t be happier to be speaking to you today on behalf of the regulator.  

My 40 years in Canada’s nuclear sector have been very rewarding. My career has given me a deep appreciation and respect for the people who work in the sector and their shared focus on safety and the culture that supports it.   

For my remarks this morning, I will share my perspective on the nuclear landscape here in Canada – both our focused oversight of the existing fleet and our readiness to regulate new nuclear. 

I also want to provide updates on how the CNSC is working to become more efficient in delivering its priorities. And finally, I will offer my thoughts on furthering our own engagement efforts and strengthening trust with all people in Canada – as well as our expectations of industry and proponents.   

This is an important and interesting time for Canada’s nuclear sector – we must step up and face the moment.  

We recognize the sector will continue to evolve and we will continue to be ready to regulate and respond to advancements without compromising safety.