by Lynn MacDonald | Jan 6, 2025 | Blog, News and Events
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Vic Pakalnis, a distinguished member of the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada Board of Directors since 1991. Vic’s contributions to the Institute and his lifelong commitment to advancing health...
by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | Apr 18, 2024 | Blog, News and Events
Fifty years ago, the uranium miners of Elliot Lake led by the United Steelworkers union, took a courageous stand for their health and safety. In an unprecedented wildcat strike, these brave men and women walked off the job in protest of unacceptable working conditions...
by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | Mar 21, 2024 | Blog, News and Events
It is with great sadness that the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada (RSIC) shares with its friends, partners, and stakeholders the news that Ontario has lost a champion of justice and safety with the passing of Roy McMurtry, OC, OOnt, KC. Mr. McMurtry’s remarkable...
by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | Mar 19, 2024 | Blog, News and Events
The Radiation Safety Institute of Canada (RSIC) is seeking individuals to serve on the Board of Directors for a 3-year term beginning in June 2024. Accountabilities The Board of Directors is responsible for setting strategic direction and providing stewardship to the...
by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | Oct 3, 2023 | News and Events
In Ontario, workplaces who use x-rays under 1 MeV for uses other than for human health care must register their equipment with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development. The Radiation Safety Institute of Canada has recently developed a free...
by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | Jun 23, 2023 | News and Events
With much appreciation for his contribution to the work of the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada and its Board of Directors, we announce the retirement of Tim Armstrong Q.C., O. Ont. From the RSIC Board as of June, 2023. While stepping away from an active Director...
