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Pickering's Nuclear Legacy Continues with an Exciting New Upgrade

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October 2025

The City of Pickering's nuclear refurbishment project is set to generate clean, reliable energy for millions while creating thousands of skilled jobs.

- By Tania Amardeil

Pickering's Nuclear Legacy Continues with an Exciting New Upgrade

Nuclear energy is a zero-emission source that supplies about 15 per cent of Canada's electricity, and 50 per cent of Ontario's.

Owned and operated by Ontario Power Generation (OPG), the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station (PNGS) has been active since 1971. Now, it's preparing for a major refurbishment.

A part of Canada's clean energy capital

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