Government of Canada Announces New Nuclear Energy Strategy

The Government of Canada has announced the development of a new Nuclear Energy Strategy, reinforcing the country’s commitment to clean, reliable, and secure energy. The announcement was made at the Canadian Nuclear Association Conference by the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources.

The strategy, expected to be released by the end of 2026, will build on Canada’s longstanding leadership in nuclear innovation, including CANDU technology, a highly skilled workforce, and a strong regulatory framework. It will focus on four key pillars: enabling new nuclear builds across the country, strengthening Canada’s position as a global supplier, expanding uranium and fuel opportunities, and advancing next-generation innovations such as small modular reactors and fusion technologies.
As part of this initiative, the Government of Canada is also investing $40 million to assess the potential deployment of microreactors to support energy needs in remote and northern communities. This builds on broader federal investments in nuclear research and infrastructure, including long-term funding for Chalk River Laboratories.

Nuclear energy currently provides approximately 13% of Canada’s electricity and plays a critical role in supporting economic growth, energy security, and the transition to a low-carbon future.