SPECIAL REPORT | CANADA’S GDF
Canada’s commitment to a holistic waste management solution In June 2023, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Jonathan Wilkinson endorsed the Integrated Strategy for Radioactive Waste (ISRW), a comprehensive plan developed by the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) to identify steps still needed for Canada’s long-term waste disposal of all levels of radioactive waste. The report defines a mandate for management of low- and intermediate-level waste (LILW), as well as uranium mine and mill waste. It
also recognises and integrates with the existing strategy and execution of a deep geological repository (DGR) for nuclear spent fuel waste management. The strategy splits accountability for LILW into two distinct components, with responsibility for intermediate waste disposal resting
with the NWMO, a step change in federal policy. Responsibility for developing and deploying a national low-level waste strategy has been delegated collectively to nuclear waste owners. This includes those whose waste is derived from activities in the energy production sector, as well as medical and other sectors using nuclear materials. Reporting on progress of plans and engagement on the ISRW are submitted to the government annually with a report offering final solution recommendations expected to the government in mid-2028.
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