Bruce Power signs 12-year master supply agreement with Shawflex. Bruce Power has signed a 12-year master supply agreement with Shawflex, strengthening a long-standing Canadian partnership that supports clean energy production, fuels economic growth, and reinforces the strength of Ontario's nuclear supply chain. The agreement, highlighted Tuesday (July 7) at Shawflex's Vaughan facility as part of the Organization of Canadian Nuclear Industries (OCNI) supplier engagement event, will see Shawflex, a division of MATTR Corp., provide highly-engineered electrical wire, cable, components and assemblies to support Bruce Power's ongoing operations and future projects. Building on a strong history of collaboration, the agreement reflects Bruce Power's commitment to sourcing from Canadian suppliers while supporting Shawflex's continued investment in its Ontario manufacturing capabilities. This work will help sustain and grow highly-skilled jobs while enhancing supply-chain readiness for nuclear refurbishment, life-extension activities and potential new-build opportunities. Shawflex will support critical work across Bruce Power's site, including maintenance programs, Major Component Replacement (MCR) projects, and life-extension initiatives that help provide reliable, carbon-free electricity for Ontario. The agreement also positions both organizations to support future nuclear development, including broader energy infrastructure investments across Canada. "Bruce Power is proud to work with Canadian companies, such as Shawflex, to deliver the reliable, clean electricity Ontario families and businesses depend on every day," said David Furr, vice-president of supply chain at Bruce Power. "This long-term agreement strengthens our domestic supply chain, supports good-paying jobs, and ensures we have the right partners in place to deliver complex projects safely and efficiently for years to come." "This agreement reflects Shawflex's role as a trusted Canadian supplier to the nuclear industry and our continued investment in advanced manufacturing in Ontario," said Jarrod Shugg, vice-president and general manager of Shawflex. "We are proud to support Bruce Power's operations and future projects with high-quality, engineered cable solutions that meet the demands of one of the world's leading nuclear facilities." Bruce Power's Life-Extension Program is one of Canada's largest clean-energy infrastructure projects, helping to secure Ontario's electricity supply while driving billions in economic activity and supporting tens of thousands of jobs across the province and country. Partnerships, such as this one, are critical to ensuring supply-chain readiness as nuclear projects continue to expand in Ontario and across Canada. The agreement announcement coincides with OCNI's supplier engagement event, which brings together utilities, suppliers, government representatives and industry stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and provide insight into upcoming project opportunities across Canada's nuclear sector. "Supplier engagement remains a critical component of ensuring Canada's nuclear supply chain is aligned, informed, and ready to deliver," said Ivette Vera-Perez, OCNI president and chief executive officer. "By bringing together suppliers, utilities, and partners in a focused setting, we are helping to create the conditions for stronger collaboration and more effective project execution."

Bruce Power launches Regional Municipal Readiness Assessment Fund in planning for Bruce "C" Bruce Power has launched a $1-million Regional Municipal Readiness Assessment Fund to support municipalities across Bruce, Grey, and Huron counties in advancing planning related to the proposed Bruce "C" project. The new fund builds on previously-announced pre-development initiatives, including the recently-announced cost-sharing agreement between Bruce Power and the Government of Ontario for ongoing readiness activities, such as technology selection, workforce and commercial planning, estimating the cost of site preparation activities, developing cooling water strategies, community readiness, and Indigenous engagement in addition to continuing the Impact Assessment (IA) process. As of June 1, municipalities at both the county and local levels are eligible to apply for funding. The initial application intake will run through Aug. 1, with successful projects to be selected by Sept. 1. Individual projects are expected to be completed by the end of 2027 and must not exceed $75,000 in total cost. "Our government is focused on building a strong economy and ensuring Ontario has the reliable, clean energy it needs to power growth for decades to come," said Huron-Bruce MPP Lisa Thompson. "Bruce Power's Regional Municipal Readiness Assessment Fund is a welcome investment that will help communities across Bruce, Grey and Huron prepare for the opportunities associated with the proposed Bruce 'C' project. By supporting local planning and infrastructure readiness, this initiative will help municipalities attract investment, create good-paying jobs, and support sustainable growth, all while ensuring communities remain strong, vibrant places to live and work." The fund is designed to support studies and assessments that help municipalities prepare for the potential opportunities and impacts associated with the Bruce "C" project, including: * Transportation infrastructure * Housing and workforce accommodation needs * Water and wastewater infrastructure * Land development planning * Labour and workforce development * Social infrastructure, including education, health care, and community services "This fund is about ensuring that communities across our region have access to the information and planning tools they need," said Pat Dalzell, Bruce Power's vice-president of corporate affairs and market development. "The Bruce 'C' project represents a significant, long-term opportunity for Ontario, and we are committed to working alongside our neighbouring municipalities to support thoughtful, responsible planning that reflects both local priorities and regional growth." The total value of the fund is $1-million, and if all funding is not allocated through the initial intake, Bruce Power will consider a future intake to support additional projects. "Municipal leadership is critical in planning for large-scale infrastructure opportunities," said Dalzell. "This new fund will help to ensure communities are well-positioned to capture economic benefits while maintaining the services and quality of life residents depend on." The application package has been sent to municipalities directly and is available by request ([email protected]). In addition to this funding program, Bruce Power has entered into dedicated funding agreements with the Municipality of Kincardine, the Town of Saugeen Shores, and Bruce County. These agreements will provide annual funding over a four-year period for these municipal governments to undertake infrastructure and readiness planning work. The Bruce "C" project represents a long-term planning initiative aimed at supporting Ontario's growing electricity needs, economic competitiveness, and clean energy goals, while ensuring that decisions are informed by rigorous technical analysis and meaningful engagement with Indigenous peoples, municipalities, and local communities. Recent independent analysis and community polling underscore both the scale of the opportunity and strong local support for the proposed Bruce "C" project. An Ontario Chamber of Commerce-led economic impact assessment estimates the project could contribute more than $238-billion to Canada's gross domestic product (GDP) over the project's lifespan, while creating and sustaining an estimated annual average of 18,900 jobs nationwide during site preparation and construction. At the same time, independent Ipsos polling conducted in Bruce, Grey and Huron counties found that more than eight-in-10 residents (86 per cent) support exploring the Bruce "C" project, with nine-in-10 (91 per cent) believing it would be good for the community, reflecting growing awareness of the project and its potential economic and community benefits.

Backpacks donated to local skilled trades students. The Grey-Bruce Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program, in partnership with Bruce Power, is honouring students from the Bluewater District School Board and Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board who recently participated in the 2026 Skills Ontario Competition. The competitors are receiving new backpacks, donated by Bruce Power, in celebration of their achievements and to help equip them for the future. Each backpack includes a letter from Bruce Power recognizing their incredible accomplishments at the provincial challenge, along with some other resources and handy items as they consider career pathways. Representatives from the youth apprenticeship program and Bruce Power visited the Bluewater District School Board education centre in Chesley, Thursday, to share the generous donation and demonstrate their ongoing support of students and the skilled trades. Bruce Power's Dan Miller (left), manager of talent acquisition, and Carly Reid, human resources assistant/talent acquisition, join Justin Graham, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program recruiter, in presenting the backpacks at the Bluewater District School Board education centre in Chesley, Thursday