Nuclear Waste Management Organization (Canada)

The NWMO submits recommendations for an integrated strategy for the long-term management of Canada's radioactive waste

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Tuesday, July 4, 2023

TORONTO, July 4, 2023 /CNW/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) has submitted recommendations for an Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste to Canada's Minister of Natural Resources for consideration.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, July 4, 2023 /CNW/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) has submitted recommendations for an Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste to Canada's Minister of Natural Resources for consideration.
  • While the majority of Canada's radioactive waste has long-term disposal plans, there are gaps – particularly with some low-, intermediate- and non-fuel, high-level wastes.
  • The Strategy recommends approaches to address the gaps identified in waste disposal planning for all of Canada's radioactive waste from electricity generation and the production of medical isotopes.
  • Low-level waste - It is recommended that low-level waste be disposed of in multiple, near-surface disposal facilities, managed by waste generators and waste owners.

U.S. DOE and Canada's NWMO sign joint Statement of Intent to Co-operate on Used Nuclear Fuel Management

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Agreement strengthens cross-border co-operation on technology, research, and personnel

Key Points: 
  • Agreement strengthens cross-border co-operation on technology, research, and personnel
    WASHINGTON, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO), a Canadian not-for-profit organization tasked with the safe, long-term management of Canada's used nuclear fuel, today signed a Statement of Intent (SOI) to Co-operate on Used Nuclear Fuel Management with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
  • The agreement reflects the U.S. and Canada's shared commitment to safely managing used nuclear fuel, including that from small modular reactors (SMRs).
  • It will foster information-sharing for consent-based siting, science and technology programs, engagement activities and joint technical studies.
  • The statement also affirmed consent-based siting of used nuclear fuel as part of the U.S. and Canada's common vision.

The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) releases its triennial report showing momentum for Canada's plan for used nuclear fuel

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

TORONTO, March 30, 2023 /CNW/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) has published its 2020-22 triennial report .

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 30, 2023 /CNW/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) has published its 2020-22 triennial report .
  • It highlights the significant technical accomplishments and trail-blazing community milestones over the last three years as the organization continues to implement Canada's plan for the safe, long-term management of used nuclear fuel.
  • Building a deep geological repository is part of Canada's plan to safely manage the resulting used nuclear fuel over the long term.
  • "Despite the uncertainty created by the COVID-19 pandemic, we adapted and maintained our momentum in implementing Canada's plan for the safe, long-term management of used nuclear fuel.

Government of Canada's Modernized Policy for Radioactive Waste and Decommissioning for Canada

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Monday, March 27, 2023

In February 2022, the Government of Canada shared the draft Policy for public comment and incorporated feedback in finalizing the modernized Policy.

Key Points: 
  • In February 2022, the Government of Canada shared the draft Policy for public comment and incorporated feedback in finalizing the modernized Policy.
  • This modernized Policy significantly elaborates on the original Canada's Radioactive Waste Policy Framework (1996) and affirms Canada's continued commitment to reconciliation.
  • Modernizing the 1996 Radioactive Waste Policy to the new Policy for Radioactive Waste and Decommissioning is critical for the government to continue to meet international best practices, guidelines and standards based on the best available science while continuing to ensure that Canada's radioactive waste is safely managed, including waste from emerging technologies such as small modular reactors (SMRs).
  • "The modernized Policy for Radioactive Waste and Decommissioning is an important development to ensure the safe, effective and environmentally sound management of waste.

Minister Wilkinson Positions Canada's Nuclear Sector as Provider of Reliable, Affordable and Non-Emitting Energy on the Global Stage

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Friday, October 28, 2022

"In order to achieve our economic and climate objectives, Canada will need to significantly expand its electric grid.

Key Points: 
  • "In order to achieve our economic and climate objectives, Canada will need to significantly expand its electric grid.
  • All sources of non-emitting energy must be considered for this significant challenge including nuclear.
  • The Government of Canada will work with like-minded countries to ensure that Canadian nuclear energy and technologies support the transition to a prosperous, safe and secure net-zero world."
  • In December 2020, Canada released its SMR Action Plan , which focuses on the opportunity presented by this cutting-edge nuclear technology.

The NWMO Launches 60-Day Public Comment Period on the Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste

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Thursday, August 25, 2022

TORONTO, Aug. 25, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) today issued the Draft Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste (ISRW) for public comment.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Aug. 25, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) today issued the Draft Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste (ISRW) for public comment.
  • In 2020, the NWMO was asked to lead the development of an integrated radioactive waste management strategy, at the request of the Minister of Natural Resources Canada, as part of the Government of Canada's Radioactive Waste Policy Review .
  • This Draft Strategy Report represents a next step and builds on what the NWMO heard from Canadians and Indigenous people.
  • "The NWMO is pleased to share the Draft Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste for Public CommentWe thank all those who shared with us their experience and advice through surveys and more than 70 engagement sessions we hosted since March 2021.

The NWMO appoints new Chief Operating Officer and Vice President/Chief Engineer

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Monday, January 10, 2022

TORONTO, Jan. 10, 2022 /CNW/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) has announced two new promotions within its executive team .

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Jan. 10, 2022 /CNW/ - The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) has announced two new promotions within its executive team .
  • Derek Wilson, formerly Chief Engineer and Vice President Construction and Projects, has been promoted to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer and the former Director of Engineering, Chris Boyle, will assume the role of Vice President and Chief Engineer.
  • Some of his many responsibilities will include leading organizational transition, contract and project management, site mobilization, regulatory affairs and environment assessment.
  • Mr. Boyle joined the NWMO in 2011, as a Mechanical Design Engineer and held since various roles with increasing responsibility in the Engineering department, most recently Director of Engineering and Chief Engineer.