The Advantages of Nuclear
Canada's nuclear industry provides low-carbon, affordable, and reliable electricity; good-quality, high-paying jobs; and medical innovations that diagnose diseases, treat illnesses, and sterilize medical equipment.
Nuclear Medicine
Nuclear medicine saves lives by diagnosing patients, treating patients and sterilizing medical equipment.
Climate
Climate change may be the greatest challenge of the 21st century. As a readily expandable, low-carbon energy source that can provide a reliable and affordable source of electricity, nuclear power stands ready to meet the climate challenge.
Air Quality
Nuclear power delivers electricity that reliably powers communities and industries without pollution. Electricity is only as clean as its source. Nuclear makes electricity clean.
Energy Security
Nuclear energy is reliable. It operates continuously, 24/7, throughout the year. It also contributes stable pricing, which is vital to businesses and residents.
Jobs and the Economy
Canada’s nuclear industry is a significant economic engine, providing high-quality jobs to skilled individuals and generating revenue for both provincial and federal governments. The industry also has excellent growth potential.
Export
With an abundance of nuclear resources, Canada is a major exporter. This bolsters the Canadian economy, brings in tax revenue, and enhances Canada’s international prestige. Canada does this while providing nuclear technology that saves lives and fights climate change.
