Information update on Bruce Power's proposed plan to ship 16 steam generators to Sweden

July 29, 2010

The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has announced that it will hold a one-day public hearing on Septemebr 29 to consider Bruce Power’s application for a transport licence for the shipment of 16 steam generators through the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway to Sweden for recycling in the fall of 2010.

A low risk licence application like this one would normally be decided by a Designated Officer (DO). CNSC staff has concluded that there are no significant safety issues associated with the proposed shipment. However, in light of the public concern and the value to ensuring both a proper understanding of the scope of the undertaking and the presentation of accurate information relating to the health, safety and risk, the DO has asked that the Commission review the application at a one-day public hearing. The application has been added to a previously scheduled Commission hearing day.

The hearing will provide the public with an opportunity to participate as interveners and be heard before the Tribunal, as well as to get more information about the proposed shipment.  For information on how to participate, please see the public notice (PDF).

The Tribunal will not issue a licence unless it is satisfied the shipment will be completed safely.

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