The Nuclear Industry is a vital part of Canada’s economy, with over 50 companies and over 70,000 full-time jobs across Canada at present and new companies constantly entering the industry. One of these new companies is CANDU Energy Inc., which manufactures, sells, and exports Chalk River-invented and developed world-class CANDU nuclear reactors. Recognizing the important relationship between the respective companies, AECL signed an agreement with CANDU Energy Inc to provide a solid foundation for future economic benefits in the Chalk River area. In order to ensure a solid future for Chalk River, AECL will continue to expand, develop and maintain strong partnerships in Canada’s nuclear industry.
Your Voice - Nuclear Science and Research
Our government announced the next phase in the process of modernization at the Chalk River Laboratories by moving to the Government-owned, Contractor operator (GoCo) governance model that has proven so successful in other countries.