National Day of Mourning
National Day of Mourning The Radiation Safety Institute of Canada was founded in 1980 in response to a human disaster in the Elliot Lake uranium mines in Northern Ontario. In 1953 a large uranium deposit was found in Ontario. The mining industry sprang up and the...
We Are Hiring
The Radiation Safety Institute of Canada is looking to add a Radiation Scientist to its dynamic team. What we offer: a positive working environment where your team is supportive and encourages your growth, an opportunity to learn and develop professionally, as well as...
Red Light Therapy
A plethora of therapeutic uses have been suggested for different wavelengths of light. Some of these uses are supported by extensive clinical research. Others uses are highly speculative, with minimal evidence at best. In the “messy middle” are a series of potential...
Radiation Shielding Design – What is it and why should you care about it?
X-ray emitting devices, radioactive materials and equipment that makes use of radioactive materials are surprisingly commonly used. In lulls in the covid pandemic, many of us have been tempted to see our carry-on luggage pass through an airport x-ray machine. One of...
March 8th is International Women’s Day
It is estimated that less than 30% of those working in the field of science are women. It has generally been an area of prejudice and professional challenges for women but thankfully that is changing. Despite these roadblocks, women in science have made cutting-edge...Recent Posts
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