Nuclear Power Part Of Canadian Kyoto Commitment

Touring the Bruce nuclear power station, Mr. McGuinty stated, "We've had a nuclear industry in Ontario for about 50 years and it has been, by and large, a very successful and solid record."

He noted the importance of nuclear power for Ontario and for Canada's commitment under the Kyoto Protocol.

"The electricity from the revitalized units (Bruce A units 3 and 4) will be crucial at a time when Ontario faces electricity shortages," Mr. McGuinty said.

He added that he was in favour of restoring to service Bruce A Units 1 and 2 as well.

"We are now in a Kyoto world. To my way of thinking, nuclear generation is an integral part of a responsible, progressive plan to generate electricity in the 21st century."