The Clean Energy Frontier, which includes Bruce, Grey, and Huron counties within the Saugeen Ojibway Nation territory, is a leader in clean energy production and innovation, supported by Bruce Power and a robust network of suppliers in the region. Since 2016, the area has become an economic hub, attracting over 60 clean energy companies and fostering partnerships among governments, industries, and communities.
This presentation will cover strategies that enhance workforce development, integrate supply chains, and encourage community engagement, ensuring shared benefits for all stakeholders. Key lessons emphasize the need for regional foresight and a coordinated business approach to strengthen rural economies.
By showcasing the Clean Energy Frontier’s successes, the session will demonstrate how rural areas can effectively implement new nuclear technologies, such as small modular reactors (SMRs), while driving sustainable local economic growth.
Speakers:
Stellina Williams, Vice President, Nuclear Innovation Institute
John R. MacQuarrie, P.Eng, M.A.Sc, President, Commercial Operations, BWXT Technologies
John D’Angelo, Chief Nuclear Officer, Kinectrics
Luke Charbonneau, Mayor of the Town of Saugeen Shores, Warden of Bruce County
April 16th, 2025 from 16:15 to 17:00 | Boreal Stage