Our commitment
We are committed to taking action today to safely manage Canada’s nuclear waste in deep geological repositories for generations to come, working in collaboration with Canadians and Indigenous Peoples.
Mandate
The Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) was established in 2002 by Canada’s nuclear electricity producers in accordance with the Nuclear Fuel Waste Act (NFWA). Operating on a not-for-profit basis under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act, we are responsible for designing and implementing plans to safely manage Canada’s nuclear waste for generations to come.
Vision, mission, values
Our vision is to lead the way in nuclear waste solutions that create a safe and clean future.
Planning priorities
Our commitment will unfold through various stages over many years. We have identified a series of priorities to guide us in the coming years.
