The Future of Canadian Nuclear Projects: What Municipalities Need to Know

Canada’s renewed commitment to nuclear energy has left many municipalities with questions about the development of these complex projects and the impacts on their communities. This 90-minute webinar is specifically designed to provide municipal governments with a broad overview of the current nuclear landscape and how municipalities fit into the nuclear energy space.

Join MLT Aikins lawyers to discuss the future of Canadian nuclear projects, drawing on their significant experience in the uranium mining and transport space as well as regulatory, construction, intellectual property (IP), technology and community engagement areas to outline the regulatory process (including IA consultation, CNSC licensing, provincial consultation, regulatory authorities, limitations and more) and answering municipalities’ questions regarding their role with nuclear energy.

This virtual session will include time for questions and answers after the webinar.

On the agenda: 

• What is a nuclear project and what makes it unique?
• The current horizon: Nuclear development and expansion in Canada
• Regulatory framework and licensing process
  • Municipalities’ role, authority and limitations
• Liability, land use and environmental risk
• Safety aspects and public concerns
• Municipal strategies and preparedness
• Q&A session

Speakers:

• Sharon Au – municipal law
• Brady Chapman – nuclear law
• Rangi Jeerakathil – regulatory law

Event details:

• Wednesday, January 28, 2026 | 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. MT
• There is no charge for this webinar, but registration is required.
• We reserve the right to decline registrants.