Olympics and the DGR
August 5, 2021
In South Bruce we have the opportunity to do something great for Canada – permanently store Canada’s nuclear waste, using the latest science and technology.
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Join Sheila Whytock and guests as they discuss a wide range of topics, including the science behind Deep Geological Repositories around the world, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization, nuclear energy, safety, local issues, and much more.
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“Pro DGR” vs “Pro DGR in South Bruce”?
July 23, 2021
You can be “pro-DGR” and still not be sure if this project is a good fit for our community. There is a significant difference between these two positions.
Nuclear industry plays leadership role in Canada
July 2, 2021
This Canada Day, I would like to recognize the importance of Canada’s nuclear power industry, and the leadership role of the people of Bruce, Grey and Huron counties.
Where is the accountability for anti-nuclear lies?
June 11, 2021
We are seeing time and time again this radical opposition group taking the smallest detail of this project and spinning it every which way imaginable in order to instill doubt within the community.
Independent community survey conducted about proposed used nuclear site
June 8, 2021
South Bruce respondents said they were most interested in learning about environmental studies.
Finland breaks ground on its deep geologic nuclear waste repository
May 31, 2021
Finland’s Posiva Oy announced the start of excavation on its deep geologic nuclear waste repository for their spent nuclear fuel at ONKALO.
NWMO to resume borehole drilling
April 30, 2021
The drilling activities are part of scientific studies the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is doing to evaluate the geology of the two potential siting areas for a deep geological repository for Canada’s used nuclear fuel.
Willing to Listen launches podcast
April 29, 2021
The Willing to Listen – South Bruce Proud group has launched an informative podcast. Join Sheila Whytock and special guests as they discuss a wide range of topics, including the science behind Deep Geological Repositories, the NWMO, nuclear energy, safety, local issues, and much more.
NWMO launches expanded water well sampling in South Bruce reflective of community input
April 21, 2021
The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) has begun its water well sampling program in South Bruce, Ont., a first step in implementing our environmental baseline monitoring program, which was co-designed with the municipality.
Writers offer support for DGR process in South Bruce
April 16, 2021
Letters to the editor provide support for the NWMO’s Deep Geological process and for finding a long-term solution to used nuclear fuel.