Modernizing Canada's Radioactive Waste Policy

Status: Ongoing - 2021

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Canada has been a leader in the development and application of nuclear technologies for over half a century. While all radioactive waste is being managed safely, we want to ensure we have a strong Radioactive Waste Policy in place that is based on the best available science, continues to meet international practices, and reflects the values and principles of Canadians.

To continue to manage radioactive waste in a responsible, safe, and environmentally friendly way, we are engaging with Indigenous peoples, the general public, stakeholders, experts, and any other interested parties to review and modernize Canada’s Radioactive Waste Policy for future generations. See the announcement from Minister O’Regan.

What does it mean?

We will be conducting a review of Canada’s Policy Framework for Radioactive Waste to modernize it.

Why is this important?

To ensure that we have a strong Radioactive Waste Policy in place that continues to meet international practices, is based on the best available science, and reflects the values and principles of Canadians.