Should a New Nuclear Power Plant Be Built Near Peace River, Alberta?
Official title: Peace River Nuclear Power Project Public Notice Public Comments Invited
Alberta wants to build its first nuclear power plant north of Peace River. The federal government is reviewing the proposal and wants your input on what environmental and safety factors should be studied. This is the planning phase—they're deciding what questions to ask before the full assessment begins.
Why This Matters
Live near Peace River? This plant could change your community for decades. Nuclear energy means jobs and clean power, but also questions about safety, water use, and waste storage. Indigenous communities have treaty rights in this area. Even if you don't live nearby, this could shape Canada's energy future.
What Could Change
If approved, Energy Alberta could build a nuclear power plant north of Peace River. The assessment will determine what environmental protections are required. This is early-stage—right now they're deciding what to study, not whether to approve the project.
Key Issues
- What environmental factors should be studied in the impact assessment?
- How should the public be engaged throughout the review process?
- What information should Energy Alberta provide in its Impact Statement?
How to Participate
- Read the draft Integrated Guidelines and draft Public Participation Plan to understand what's being proposed.
- Submit comments online through the project homepage on the Canadian Impact Assessment Registry.
- Can't submit online? Email your comments to peacenuclear-nucleairepaix@iaac-aeic.gc.ca.
Events
| Date | Event | Location | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 23, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MT | Town Hall - Warrensville | Warrensville Community Hall, 240080 Township Rd 844, Grimshaw | |
| June 24, 2025 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM MT | Breakfast with IAAC & CNSC | Peace Valley Inns Hotel and Conference Centre, 9609 101 Street, Peace River | |
| June 24, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MT | Town Hall - Grimshaw | Grimshaw Legion Hall, 5011 49 Ave, Grimshaw | |
| June 25, 2025 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM MT | Nuclear 101 Workshop | Athabasca Hall, 9705-98 Avenue, Peace River | |
| June 25, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MT | Town Hall - St-Isidore | Centre Culturel de St-Isidore, 4 Bouchard St, St Isidore | |
| June 26, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MT | Nuclear and Assessment 101 Workshop | Athabasca Hall, 9705-98 Avenue, Peace River | |
| June 26, 2025 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MT | Town Hall - Manning | Manning Elks Hall, 302 4 Ave SE, Manning |