Our People

The staff of the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada takes great pride in our status as the “best of the best”. Highly skilled and educated, our team of experienced scientists, technicians and business professionals are the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada’s greatest asset and competitive advantage.

The Radiation Safety Institute of Canada Team in Toronto

Hon. Steve Mahoney, P.C, President and CEO
Mr. Mahoney took charge of the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada in the capacity of its President and CEO on September 10, 2012. He has significant accomplishments in both public  and private sectors.  He is a highly skilled and widely respected leader, known for his dedication to promotion of workplace safety and passion for the advancement of the prevention agenda. His commitment to the improvement of safety culture in the Canadian workplace serves as inspiration for the Institute’s staff and partners alike.

Bruce Sylvester, CFO 
Mr. Sylvester is an accomplished accountant and finance executive with over 15 years of senior management experience, including engagements as CFO for both not-for-profit and for-profit organizations. In addition to leading the financial operations of the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada, Mr, Sylvester is spearheading the organization’s administrative and operational transformation. Mr. Sylvester joined the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada in July 2008.

Natalia Mozayani, Executive Director
Ms. Mozayani joined the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada in May 2009. Since then she has held a number of key positions. Today, together with the Institute’s management team,  she is responsible for the overall organisational strategy. In addition, she manages the Institute’s projects and external stake-holder relations. Ms Mozayani brings years of experience in implementation of international development projects and strong business management skills.

Tara Hargreaves, Scientist and Training Coordinator
Ms. Hargreaves develops and administer the training programs of the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada and participates in various scientific activities at the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada.

Lynn MacDonald, Radiation Scientist
Ms. MacDonald participates in the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada’s training programs and in various other scientific activities at the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada.

Maria Costa, Administrative/Communications Assistant
Ms. Costa maintains the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada’s databases and takes care of administrative duties at the National Education Centre.

Earl Rudolfo, Accountant
Mr. Rudolfo is the accountant for the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada.

The Radiation Safety Institute Team in Saskatoon

Jason Sadowski, Manager and Scientist
Mr. Sadowski provides scientific oversight for operations at the National Laboratories, including radiation protection, and radiation measurement. He is also responsible for data analysis, quality assurance, and research and development for the personal alpha dosimetry service at the National Laboratories.

Kaley Lowe , Laboratory Technologist
Ms. Lowe performs laboratory services including the preparation and processing for the Personal Alpha Dosimetry and Instrument Calibration services.

Jolene Miner, Coordinator Radon Testing and Administrative Services
Ms. Miner is responsible for all radon testing and administrative services duties at the National Laboratories.

Brandi Klassen, Laboratory Assistant
Ms. Klassen assists in laboratory services.

Seung Bang, Laboratory Assistant
Mr. Bang performs a variety of important lab related activities in our National Laboratory in Saskatoon, SK