Nuclear licensing and regulation

The CNSC

The development, operation and construction of nuclear power facilities is subject to regulation and oversight by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (the CNSC).  The CNSC’s mandate is to regulate the use of nuclear energy and materials to protect health, safety, security and the environment.

The NWMO

The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is a not-for-profit organization tasked with the safe, long-term management of Canada’s used nuclear fuel, in a manner that protects people and the environment for generations to come.

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