Nuclear fuel has powered communities for decades. There are currently about 3 million used nuclear fuel bundles in Canada.
Learn More CANDU nuclear fuel is solid material, not liquid or gas. It is not explosive or flammable.
Learn More Canada's current used nuclear fuel storage method is safe, but not permanent.
Learn More Used nuclear fuel remains radioactive for many generations, but it can be safely managed.
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Learn about the plan for Canada's used nuclear fuel
The plan, known as Adaptive Phased Management, requires used fuel to be contained and isolated in a deep geological repository. -
Our Reconciliation Journey
The NWMO is committed to contribute to Reconciliation in all its work by co-creating a shared future built on rights, equity and well-being. -
Environmental protection
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Canada’s Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste
Help us create a safe, integrated, long-term strategy for nuclear waste in Canada.
News and Activities
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The NWMO Announces New Director, Site Selection Ignace/Northwest
The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is pleased to announce our new Director, Site Selection Ignace/Northwest, Joanne Jacyk. Joanne will play a critical role in ensuring that we continue to develop lasting relationships with the community of Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation-Ignace area and surrounding communities. A major area of focus will be ensuring potential host communities have all the information they need to decide if they are willing to have a deep geological repository located in their area to safely store and isolate Canada’s used nuclear fuel over the long term. -
The NWMO showcases innovative technical work at Industry Day 2022
Celebrating two decades of experience, innovation, and collaboration, the NWMO h... -
The NWMO supports Dryden Food Bank
The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is pleased to be supporting the... - All News and Activities
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