We look forward to welcoming you to the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum: Safety and Opportunities from 3 PM to 9 PM on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at the Mildmay Carrick Recreation Complex.
The South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum is a free, in-person event that will feature panel presentations and exhibition area where residents can talk to subject matter experts about topics related to the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) Project, with a focus on deep geological repository safety and potential opportunities.
The Forum builds on the Municipality’s ongoing efforts to share information about the Project via CLC meetings, household mailings, website content and more. Members of the community are encouraged to attend the Forum to listen, ask questions, and learn about the Project. Attending the forum can help South Bruce residents become better informed as they prepare to vote on their willingness to host the project, which will come later this year.
In an effort to make the event accessible, there will be a kids program provided for youth aged 4-12. This program will help parents and guardians fully participate in the Forum. Registration is required for the kids program and additional details are found below, and on the registration form.
Registration is not required for general attendees, but is strongly encouraged to help the Municipality prepare for the event and ensure it is a positive experience for all. Refreshments will be provided throughout the event at various food stations.
Additional information will continue to be shared on this page, by mail, on social media and more.
Click to view the Forum Agenda |
3:00pm – Doors Open to Exhibitor Area
Location: Arena Floor
4:00pm – Kids Programming BeginsLocation: Upstairs Lounge
5:10pm – Program BeginsLocation: Hall (all remaining agenda items take place in the Hall of the Mildmay Carrick Recreation Complex) Master of Ceremonies Justin McKague – Community Liaison Committee member Moderator Jim Gowland – Community Liaison Committee Chair
5:15pm –Welcome RemarksBen Lobb – Member of Parliament, Huron—Bruce Mark Goetz – Mayor, Municipality of South Bruce Laurie Swami – President and CEO, Nuclear Waste Management Organization
5:50pm – Panel: Safety put SimplyPanelists: Gregory D Ferraro, P Eng – Lead Consultant and Peer Reviewer, GHD Limited Mark Gobien – Manager, Safety Assessment Integration, Nuclear Waste Management Organization Mackenzie Tigwell – Nuclear Analyst, Calian Group
7:20pm – Panel: Let’s Talk Hosting Agreement and Guiding PrinciplesPanelists: Mark Goetz – Mayor, Municipality of South Bruce Dave Rushton – Project Manager, Municipality of South Bruce Jeff Marshall – Partnership Manager, Nuclear Waste Management Organization Lise Morton – Vice President of Site Selection, Nuclear Waste Management Organization
8:30pm – Closing Remarks
9:00pm – Event Ends |
There are a number of subject matter experts, consultants, agencies and organizations who will be present in the Exhibitor Area to share information and answer questions. Exhibitors include:
The kids program is offered for youth aged 4-12 whose parents or guardians are attending the Forum, and will be available from 4:00pm onward.
The Recreation Department’s Summer Camp team has planned an awesome night of activities which include a meal, crafts and science experiments. Regardless of the drop-off or pick-up time, there will always be an activity for your child to jump into. The Kids Zone is free to attend; however, registration is required to join in all the excitement. Every participant in the Kids Zone will receive a take-home activity bag so the fun can continue beyond the program.
Interactive exhibits for young adults aged 12 and up will also take place in the exhibitor area, including the popular Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) Skills Opportunities Showcase (SOS) Trailer, NII Explore, and more!
The Municipality of South Bruce hosted a forum on April 4 and 5, 2023. Through expert presentations, panel discussions and an exhibition, the Forum covered topics like safety, the environment, international experiences, workforce development, socio-economic impacts and more. Check out the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum 2023 webpage linked below for more details on the 2023 event including full program agenda, community question and answers, and more.
South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Forum 2023
If you have questions or are seeking more information, please reach out to the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Team.
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