A successful refurbishment project has been concluded at the Darlington power plant, with the unit scheduled to resume operations shortly. Energy Minister Stephen Lecce revealed the completion of the project ahead of schedule, coming in $150 million under the $12.8 billion budget. The refurbishment covered all four nuclear reactor units at the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, ensuring the facility’s continued operation until at least 2055.
The government, under Premier Doug Ford, is emphasizing nuclear power to address the rising electricity demands in the province. Plans include introducing four small modular reactors at Darlington, exploring the possibility of a large-scale plant at Bruce Power in Tiverton, considering a new nuclear facility near Port Hope, and extending the lifespan of units at the Pickering nuclear plant.