🇨🇦🍁💵 Global Opportunities for Canada's Nuclear Energy Sector in Spotlight at CIBC Summit

Thursday, 05 March 2026 04:20.PM

CIBC today held its inaugural Nuclear Summit, bringing together industry leaders and key public sector representatives collectively working to advance the nuclear industry.

The agenda featured the Hon. Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources (Government of Canada), Hon. Stephen Lecce, Minister of Energy and Mines (Government of Ontario), and Hon. Nathan Neudorf, Minister of Affordability and Utilities (Government of Alberta), who presented alongside industry leaders. Together, they addressed important topics such as advancements in reactor technology, fuel supply chain resilience, project financing, and strategies to further Canada's global leadership in the nuclear sector.

"Nuclear energy is one of Canada's clear strategic advantages," Harry Culham, CIBC President and Chief Executive Officer said at the summit. "Canada is the second largest producer and exporter of uranium in the world. We are leaders in refurbishing existing nuclear infrastructure, and at the forefront of developing small modular reactors for the future. CIBC is well-positioned to support its clients in meeting global demand and is committed to ongoing collaboration and innovation in support of Canada's clean energy goals."

Key Sessions from CIBC's Nuclear Summit

• Lessons from Refurbishment and Plans Going Forward
• Nuclear Reactor Technologies
• Fuel Supply Chain
• Engineering, Construction, and Environmental Planning
• Financing and Investing in Nuclear
• Nuclear Energy in Canada's Clean Energy Future
• Securing Canadian Advantage

As an early and long-standing champion of the nuclear industry, CIBC is working to support the ambitious leadership and success demonstrated by Canadian companies that can further help drive growth and prosperity for Canada.

SOURCE: CIBC - Corporate

* * *
  More related materials  
 
  More News