Nuclear Innovation Institute hosts annual Clean Energy Frontier Conference

The Nuclear Innovation Institute (NII) hosted its third annual Clean Energy Frontier Conference on October 8 and 9, 2026, in Saugeen Shores. The event brought together approximately 200 industry professionals, community leaders, and educators to discuss Canada’s clean energy future, focusing on themes such as nuclear refurbishment, power generation, and sector transformation.

During the conference, the NII presented the Clean Energy Frontier Program Awards to recognize contributions to the local economy and the clean energy sector. Key award recipients included Savanna Myers of Grey County for economic development, Mayor Ian Boddy of Owen Sound for clean energy advocacy, and the Saugeen Sparks Training Centre for its work in regional workforce development.

Conference programming included workshops on investment attraction, municipal resilience, and workforce pathways, alongside keynote addresses from various industry experts and leaders, including the President and CEO of Bruce Power.