AtkinsRéalis Expands Canadians for CANDU Coalition with Four New Ambassadors
Event summary
- AtkinsRéalis added four new ambassadors to the Canadians for CANDU campaign: Eclipse Automation, Fermi Solutions, Imagine 4D, and Stern Laboratories.
- The coalition now includes over 250 Canadian companies supporting domestic nuclear technology.
- CANDU reactors provide emissions-free baseload electricity and support medical isotope production.
- The campaign is co-chaired by former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien and former Ontario Premier Mike Harris.
The big picture
The expansion of the Canadians for CANDU coalition underscores growing industry support for domestic nuclear technology. As Canada seeks to strengthen its energy security and reduce emissions, the campaign highlights how CANDU reactors can provide reliable baseload power while supporting high-skilled jobs and medical isotope production. The addition of these new ambassadors demonstrates the breadth of expertise across Canada's nuclear ecosystem.
What we're watching
- Government Support
- Whether federal and provincial governments will increase backing for CANDU technology as part of long-term energy strategies.
- Supply Chain Growth
- The pace at which the Canadian nuclear supply chain can expand to support new CANDU projects.
- Technological Integration
- How advanced digital capabilities from partners like Imagine 4D will enhance CANDU reactor safety and efficiency.