Ionizing and non-ionizing radiation sources are commonplace in our modern world and through understanding and management, provide significant benefits to all Canadians.
The Canadian Radiation Protection Association is a Professional, Not-For-Profit Organization that supports the development and implementation of radiation safety programs in Canada.
For organizations looking to hire staff in radiation protection or related fields, there’s no better place to advertise than with CRPA
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New Brunswick Power Corporation
Mirion Technologies
University of Alberta
The CRPA(R) designation is the highest level of competency recognized by the CRPA at the Canadian level. To attain the level of Registered Radiation Safety Professional (RRSP), you must:
The next CRPA(R) exam will take place in November 2025 at the following locations:
Information about the Fall 2025 exam will be announced in early Fall.
The Spring 2026 Exam will take place on May 27, 2026 in Saskatoon, SK at the CARST-CRPA Symposium on Radon and Radiation Protection (website coming soon).
There is an Exam Preparation course for members only available via the Professional Development Sessions section of the members’ website.
Each year, the Board of Directors accepts nominations for the CRPA awards. Winners are announced at the Annual Banquet and Awards Ceremony at the CRPA conference.
The contest is organized by the Student and Young Professionals Committee (SYPCOM) in conjunction with the CRPA annual conference.
Students enrolled in a Canadian college or university program related to the radiation sciences, as well as recent graduates, are eligible to enter.
Three finalists are selected to present their work in person at the conference and will receive complimentary conference registration and three nights’ hotel accommodation.
The winner will be awarded the Anthony J. MacKay trophy, receive a $250 cash prize, and have their paper is published in the CRPA Bulletin.
