Vision, mission, values

    In 2024, the NWMO will undertake work to refresh our vision, mission and values to reflect the evolving nature of our work as we prepare to:

    Vision

    Our vision is the long-term management of Canada’s nuclear waste in a manner that safeguards people and respects the environment, now and in the future.

    Mission

    The purpose of the NWMO is to develop and implement, collaboratively with Canadians, a management approach for the long-term care of Canada’s used nuclear fuel that is socially acceptable, technically sound, environmentally responsible and economically feasible. The NWMO is also responsible for implementing the plan for Canada's intermediate-level and non-fuel high-level radioactive waste.

    Values

    Six fundamental values guide our work.

    This is a photo of the six fundamental values that guide our work.

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    Who we are

    Our commitment
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    Who we are

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