Early NWMO planning documents

In November 2002, Parliament passed the Nuclear Fuel Waste Act (NFWA). It required the major owners of used nuclear fuel in Canada to establish the NWMO. The initial phase of our mandate was to study approaches for the safe, long-term management of used nuclear fuel, and to recommend a preferred approach to the Government of Canada. The historical information about one part of that process is preserved here in line with our commitment to transparency.

Overview

NWMO Approach to Development of Analytical Framework

This is the NWMO's first effort to describe the key elements of its approach to development of the analytical framework which will be used to assess used fuel management options, and the range of activities contemplated for Phase 2 of the study. This plan evolved out of the spirit of the earlier Phase 1 Conversations about Expectations. A variety of activities are under way, and others are under consideration. It is posted here for your contemplation. It will evolve as the NWMO learns more, and as Canadians become engaged in the study.

NWMO Engagement Plan

This is the NWMO's first effort to describe the key elements of an engagement plan, and the range of activities contemplated for Phase 2 of the study. This plan evolved out of the spirit of the earlier phase of the process. A variety of activities are under way, and others are under consideration. It is posted here for your contemplation. It will evolve as the NWMO learns more, and as more Canadians become engaged.

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