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2026 Annual Conference
May 31–June 3, 2026
Denver, CO|Sheraton Denver
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Education and training to support Canadian nuclear workforce development
Along with several other nations, Canada has committed to net-zero emissions by 2050. Part of this plan is tripling nuclear generating capacity. As of 2025, the country has four operating nuclear generating stations with a total of 17 reactors, 16 of which are in the province of Ontario. The Independent Electricity System Operator has recommended that an additional 17,800 MWe of nuclear power be added to Ontario’s grid.
Technical Session|Panel
Tuesday, February 4, 2025|1:00–2:40PM EST|Cumberland A
Session Chair:
Hannah Hunnicutt (Oak Ridge Assoc. Univ.)
Session Organizer:
The panel discussion will focus on the newly established Department of Labor Pre-Apprenticeship and Apprenticeship programs, with ORAU serving as the intermediary. As pioneering programs, this initiative presents a significant opportunity to reshape workforce development on a national scale. The primary objective of the panel is to provide a comprehensive overview of these programs, highlighting their structure, benefits, and potential challenges. The discussion aims to illustrate how these programs serve as valuable tools for industry recruitment and offer tax benefits to participating companies. Additionally, the panel will explore the programs' role in addressing skills gaps and creating pathways to meaningful employment for individuals across the country. Key goals of the presentation include: Explaining the structure and implementation of the pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs, emphasizing ORAU's role as the intermediary. Highlighting the benefits for both industry partners and apprentices, including tax incentives, skill development, and career advancement opportunities. Discussing the program's alignment with broader workforce development goals and economic needs. Addressing potential challenges or weaknesses in the program's current form and exploring strategies for improvement. Showcasing early success stories or outcomes, if available, to demonstrate the program's potential impact. The desired outcomes of this panel discussion are to increase awareness and understanding of these new apprenticeship programs among stakeholders, encourage industry participation, and foster a dialogue on how to maximize the programs' effectiveness. By presenting a balanced view of both benefits and potential weaknesses, the panel aims to provide valuable insights for policymakers, educators, and industry leaders involved in workforce development. Through this discussion, we hope to inspire collaboration between educational institutions, businesses, and government agencies to support and expand these apprenticeship programs, ultimately contributing to a more skilled and competitive workforce nationwide.
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