"Chalk River"

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AGENDA – MUNICIPAL COUNCIL – MEETING OF MARCH 18, 2025 · 2025-03-18

Project number 142287 - Opposition to the near-surface waste management facility project in Chalk River

This item involves a formal expression of opposition by the City of Gatineau regarding the proposed near-surface radioactive waste disposal facility in Chalk River, Ontario, due to environmental and safety concerns.

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2025.03.18 – Regular meeting of the Gatineau City Council held in the Jean-Despréz hall of the Maison du citoyen, 25 Laurier Street, Gatineau, on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 7 p.m. · 2025-03-18

Opposition to the Near-Surface Disposal Facility Project at Chalk River

The City of Gatineau officially opposes the proposed Near-Surface Disposal Facility (NSDF) for radioactive waste at Chalk River. The council cites concerns regarding the site's proximity to the Ottawa River, which provides drinking water for millions, and calls for more public consultation and adherence to international safety standards.

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