South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum 2024

We look forward to welcoming you to the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum: Safety and Opportunities from 3 PM to 9 PM on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at the Mildmay Carrick Recreation Complex.

The South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum is a free, in-person event that will feature panel presentations and exhibition area where residents can talk to subject matter experts about topics related to the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) Project, with a focus on deep geological repository safety and potential opportunities. 

The Forum builds on the Municipality’s ongoing efforts to share information about the Project via CLC meetings, household mailings, website content and more. Members of the community are encouraged to attend the Forum to listen, ask questions, and learn about the Project. Attending the forum can help South Bruce residents become better informed as they prepare to vote on their willingness to host the project, which will come later this year.

In an effort to make the event accessible, there will be a kids program provided for youth aged 4-12. This program will help parents and guardians fully participate in the Forum. Registration is required for the kids program and additional details are found below, and on the registration form.

Registration is not required for general attendees, but is strongly encouraged to help the Municipality prepare for the event and ensure it is a positive experience for all. Refreshments will be provided throughout the event at various food stations. 

Additional information will continue to be shared on this page, by mail, on social media and more.

Accessible Flyer

Agenda

Stay tuned for more information about the program! The open house will begin at 3pm. Speakers and panels will begin after 4:30pm.

Exhibitors

There are a number of subject matter experts, consultants, agencies and organizations who will be present in the Exhibitor Area to share information and answer questions. Exhibitors include:

• Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
• GHD Limited
• Impact Assessment Agency of Canada
• Nuclear Waste Management Organization, including subject matter experts on the following topics:
• Environment
• Geoscience
• Human Resources
• Indigenous Engagement
• Indigenous Relations
• Radiation
• Regulatory Affairs
• Research and Collaboration
• Safety
• Transportation
• Ontario Power Generation
• Radiation Safety Institute of Canada
• Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority
• Women in Nuclear

Kids Program

The kids program is offered for youth aged 4-12 whose parents or guardians are attending the Forum, and will be available from 4:00pm onward.

The Recreation Department’s Summer Camp team has planned an awesome night of activities which include a meal, crafts and science experiments. Regardless of the drop-off or pick-up time, there will always be an activity for your child to jump into. The Kids Zone is free to attend; however, registration is required to join in all the excitement. Every participant in the Kids Zone will receive a take-home activity bag so the fun can continue beyond the program.

Youth Zone

Interactive exhibits for young adults aged 12 and up will also take place in the exhibitor area, including the popular Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) Skills Opportunities Showcase (SOS) Trailer, NII Explore, and more! 

South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum 2023

The Municipality of South Bruce hosted a forum on April 4 and 5, 2023. Through expert presentations, panel discussions and an exhibition, the Forum covered topics like safety, the environment, international experiences, workforce development, socio-economic impacts and more. Check out the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum 2023 webpage linked below for more details on the 2023 event including full program agenda, community question and answers, and more.

South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum 2023

Contact Us

If you have questions or are seeking more information, please reach out to the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Team.