This editor’s message focuses on highlights from a great 2025 CRPA Conference in Hamilton that blended science, networking, and fun—from a keynote on saving rhinos with nuclear science to a series of engaging sessions, lively hospitality, and unforgettable firsts, attendees left inspired.
The most recent CRPA conference, Forging the Future, was held in Hamilton, ON, on May 26 to 30, 2025. Following are some photos of the conference.
Dave Niven, chair of the 2025 CRPA conference committee, compares pulling off the recent Hamilton conference to an epic quest, but he says the Local Organizing Committee rose to the challenge! They share what worked, what tested the team, and why they think hosting is worth it!
The CRPA Awards recognize work, service, and commitment. At the CRPA conference in Hamilton, a number of members were honoured. Learn more about this year’s winners: Liz Krivonosov, David Niven, Donata Chaulk, Alicia Douglas, Olivia Sharp, and Dr. Jing Chen.
For radiation safety professionals, receiving their CRPA(R) designation means achieving the highest level of competency recognized by CRPA in Canada.
CRPA proudly announces the names of the newest CRPA(R)s and shares information about upcoming exam opportunities. Learn more about deadlines, prep resources, and more.
CRPA President Tara Hargreaves reflects on her community’s resilience, celebrates the success of this year’s conference, and shares what’s ahead for professional growth and collaboration.
Get to know CRPA’s new president, Tara Hargreaves, from her career in radiation safety to her passion for mentorship and membership growth. Tara shares her vision for the organization’s future, her leadership journey, her goals, and what excites her most about guiding the association forward.
The CRPA board of directors reflects on a milestone year that featured a new website, policy and governance updates, additional funding, representation at international events, and the launch of a young professionals’ award. Having celebrated its 45th anniversary, CRPA is looking ahead with fresh leadership.
CRPA president Corie Houldsworth looks back at CRPA’s past and at the history of radiation protection in Canada and beyond. She is also looking forward to what the future holds. She talks about how this ties in with this year’s conference theme: “Forging the Future.”
Scott Nichelson, from Texas, is CRPA’s self-proclaimed southernmost member. He is also a member of the Health Physics Society (HPS) and regularly provides updates on HPS events that might be of interest to CRPA Bulletin readers.
Each year, three finalists are selected in the Anthony J. MacKay Student Paper Contest to present their work at the CRPA conference. The presentations are judged and the winner receives a trophy and $250. In this issue of the Bulletin, Alicia interviews this year’s finalists!
