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Nuclear fuel has powered communities for decades. There are currently about 3 million used nuclear fuel bundles in Canada.
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CANDU nuclear fuel is solid material, not liquid or gas. It is not explosive or flammable.
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Canada's current used nuclear fuel storage method is safe, but not permanent.
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Used nuclear fuel remains radioactive for many generations, but it can be safely managed.
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