laboratory (produces isotopes for medical imaging), and will continue to be a Crown Corporation on paper but will privatise the operation of its facilities. See also Canadian government scientific research organizations Canadian industrial research and development organizations Canadian university scientific research organizations Electricity sector in Canada References Further reading External links "Why was a Chalk River reactor shut down in November 2007, causing a shortage in medical radioisotopes?" (Canadian Nuclear FAQ) Federal departments and agencies of Canada Canadian federal Crown corporations Technology companies established in 1952 Energy companies established in 1952 Scientific organizations based in Canada Natural Resources Canada Nuclear technology companies of Canada Companies based in Mississauga Research institutes established in 1952 1952 establishments in Ontario