2025 FSEP Conference

The 5th International CNS Technical Meeting on Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness for the Nuclear Industry

September 9 – 12, 2025.

BLUE MOUNTAINS, ONTARIO , CANADA

Proudly a Canadian Nuclear Society Sponsored Event

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

The 2.5-day core program is comprised of 12 plenary and a series of themed technical sessions.

This conference will allow for the presentation of individuals and groups within Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness have overcome recent issues and problems, while also highlighting the changes within the domestic and international nuclear industry. Key areas of interest are Small Modular Reactors and changes to CSA N393 and CSA N293.

Message From the Co-Chairs

We are pleased to invite you to partner with us for the next Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness (FSEP) for the Nuclear Industry Conference. The venue selected for this event is the Blue Mountain Village, a pedestrian village with food and beverage, shopping, and lodging. The Village is made up of local full-service restaurants as well as a host of grab-and-go options and retail shops. As the main hub of Blue Mountain, the Village also holds the main stage for events and concerts that come to the area. The Venue is within 130 KM from Toronto International Airport (YYZ).

Shahina Kurien – Conference Co-Chair EPM Canada Services ULC – Regional Technical Manager – Fire Protection
Email: sxk@epm-inc.com Phone: 1 (416) 898 8984

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Shahina has 19 years of experience in Nuclear Fire Protection Program and holds a Master’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering from University of Maryland with GPA 4.0. She is currently employed at Bruce Power in Emergency & Protective Services as Fire Protection Program Manager. Previously Shahina was employed as Fire Protection Program Authority for AECL(now known as CNL), leading Fire Protection Engineers/Specialists and Fire Prevention sections, responsible fire risk mitigation, fire protection assessments (FSSA/FHA/CCR), Fire Protection Clauses of Operating License, And compliance to Codes & Standards (NBCC, NFCC, NFPAs & CSA N293/393) for AECL’s Canadian sites.

Shahina was a recipient of AECL’s Award of Excellence in 2014 for her leadership in developing and implementing a comprehensive Fire Protection program at AECL.

Shahina chairs CANDU Owners Group’s Fire Protection Semi-annual Workshops, Co-chairs WANO’s International Fire Protection Industry Working Group, holds the vice chair positions for CSA-N293 & N393 Technical Committees. and was a founding member of this conference: CNS FSEP in 2015.

Rudy Cronk – Conference Co-Chair PLC Fire Safety Engineering – VP Business Development
Email: rcronk@plcfire.com Phone:1 (289) 880-9159

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Mr. Cronk currently serves in the role of VP of Business Development at PLC Fire Safety Engineering. Mr. Cronk is an experienced Senior Fire Officer with an extensive background in industrial and municipal Fire Protection. He has held Chief Officer positions at multiple organizations and municipalities. Mr. Cronk is a member in good standing on the CSA N393 committee and is presently a member of the CNS council.

FSEP Program

Accommodations

The Blue Mountain Village is the perfect venue for our conference, offering a pedestrian village with diverse dining, shopping, and lodging options. It features full-service restaurants, grab-and-go spots, retail shops, and a main stage for events and concerts. Located just 130 km from Toronto.

Book A Room Today!

We have limited discounted room rates at The Blue Mountain Resort for stays from Tuesday, September 9, 2025, to Saturday, September 13, 2025.

Prefer to book by phone? Contact our team and provide your Group Name and Group Code to reserve.

Toll-Free (Canada & U.S.): 1-833-583-BLUE
International: 1-705-419-2409

This link will remain active until 8/8/2025. Once on the booking page, the group discount will be automatically applied. Simply select your dates, occupancy, and room type to complete your reservation.

To book your stay, use Group Code: 10003H / 10003H online or call with the Group Code and Group Name: Canadian Nuclear Society FSEP Sept2025

Enjoy complimentary outdoor parking for Blue Mountain Inn guests, or opt for secured underground parking at the Village or Mosaic Suites for just $20.00 plus HST per day, per vehicle.

Getting Here.

190 GORD CANNING DRIVE.,
BLUE MOUNTAINS, ONTARIO, L9Y 1C2
CANADA

The conference is about sharing the latest work and information in the important areas of fire safety and emergency preparedness and emergency management and response mechanisms that support enhanced interoperability.