Who we are

Conexus is a Canadian, not-for-profit progressive hub where members, suppliers and partners collaborate to share insights, overcome challenges and drive innovation. Since 1984, our mission has been to achieve excellence in the rapidly evolving nuclear sector through the power of collective action. As a trusted partner and global thought leader, Conexus sets the highest standards for safety, efficiency and environmental performance. 

Our investment in people empowers the workforce and cultivates leaders who can pass on their expertise to the next generation. Diversity is at the heart of our organization—embracing varied perspectives across gender, age, culture, experience and skills. A culture of continuous learning within a complex global network keeps us ahead of industry trends. By pooling collective knowledge, offering training programs and funding opportunities, and launching joint initiatives, we help our members reduce costs, minimize risks and enhance revenue.

Together, we can unlock the nuclear industry’s full potential, creating a smarter, safer and more sustainable energy future through efficient action, progressive collaboration and global innovation.

Our mission:

Excellence Through Collaboration.

Our vision:

Conexus’ vision is to be the world’s most successful and trusted nuclear collaboration hub – accelerating innovation, enabling growth and driving industry excellence.

Our values:

Integrity- Acting with respect, transparency and commitment in all relationships and decisions.

Collaboration- Fostering connection, trust and shared success by bringing the industry together across borders, disciplines, and perspectives.

Innovation- Driving forward-thinking solutions and accelerating advancements that shape the future of nuclear energy.

Sustainability- Delivering exceptional results and value to advance a clean energy future that supports people, the planet, and progress.

Agility- Adapting and evolving to meet challenges and realize opportunities in an ever-changing global landscape.

The Conexus Team

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is made up of representatives from our voting members—organizations whose investments in Conexus meet a certain threshold, granting them a vital role in shaping our strategic direction. Board members represent key industry players, including Ontario Power Generation (OPG), Bruce Power, New Brunswick Power (NB Power), Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), and Societatea Nationala Nuclearelectrica (SNN) from Romania.

The board plays a crucial role in overseeing business direction, mission and strategy, as well as providing governance on management systems, human resources, corporate risk, member relationships and communications. Directors work collaboratively to deliver maximum value for our members and participants.

​Leadership Team

Under the leadership of President and CEO Rachna Clavero, the Leadership team oversees five key areas: Research and Development (R&D), Joint Projects and Services (JP&S), Nuclear Safety and Environmental Affairs (NSEA), Information Exchange (IE) and Learning and Development (L&D). Additionally, our Corporate Services, Communications, Business Services teams support operational efficiency and security and demonstrate our value to all members.

​Staff

Our staff represents an exceptional team of skilled project managers and industry subject matter experts (SMEs). These professionals bring vast experience in advanced nuclear technology, plant operations, industry strategy, finance, administration, training and communications, all driving the success of our collaborative model.

​Industry Participants

Conexus is an ecosystem far larger than its board and staff. In addition to our members, we have program opportunities for supplier participants, small modular reactor (SMR) vendor participants and other specific-area program participants. Participants use the Conexus collaboration model to strengthen quality and safety within the nuclear industry in CANDU and advanced nuclear technologies.