Canada plans nuclear graveyard 2,600 feet below Ontario to bury radioactive waste
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Canada has chosen Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation and the Township of Ignace to host its first deep geological repository for used nuclear fuel. The facility will be constructed 2,100-2,600 feet underground, using multiple barriers to safely contain waste. This decision follows a 14-year selection process involving 22 interested communities. The project aims to provide a long-term solution for nuclear waste management, supporting Canada's climate goals. Construction is expected to begin in the 2030s, pending regulatory approvals.
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