Bruce C Project would deliver major economic boost, create and sustain thousands of jobs, strengthen energy independence, OCC economic impact analysis finds

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Kincardine, Ontario, Jan. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) independent economic impact analysis final report confirms a proposed new large-scale Bruce C nuclear project would deliver lasting job creation, stimulate Ontario’s economy, and reinforce Canada’s long-term energy security for decades to come.

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The economic analysis – Bruce C Economic Impact Assessment – Summary of Findings — conducted by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Prism Economics and Analysis for the Nuclear Innovation Institute — finds that the Bruce C Project would generate major economic benefits locally, provincially and nationally, driven by both its construction and operating life.

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The Bruce C project’s direct benefits would be concentrated in Ontario, contributing more than $217-billion to Ontario’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) during its 80-year lifespan; and would contribute $2.3 billion to the Clean Energy Frontier (Bruce, Grey and Huron Counties) regional GDP on an average annual basis.

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“Ontario’s nuclear advantage is powering our future and showcasing the very best of Canadian technology, resources, and workers,” said Stephen Lecce, Minister of Energy and Mines. “Bruce C represents one of greatest drivers of economic growth in Canada, creating 18,900 jobs and $238 billion lift to Canada’s GDP over its 80-year lifespan. It is clear that Bruce Power’s C is essential to Ontario’s energy and economic future, as we build on-time and on-budget.”

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The proposed addition of up to 4,800 megawatts (MW) of energy production through the Bruce C Project, currently undergoing a federal integrated Impact Assessment, would make Bruce Power the largest nuclear generator in the world with a capacity of 12,000 MW. The company is Canada’s largest public-private partnership and its Life-Extension Program and Major Component Replacement Project is the country’s biggest privately financed electricity infrastructure project in Canada.

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“The Ontario Chamber of Commerce independent economic impact analysis confirms what our communities already know — Bruce C has the potential to be a once‑in‑a‑generation economic engine,” said James Scongack, Bruce Power’s Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice-President. “From job creation and economic growth to long-term energy security, the benefits will be felt in the Clean Energy Frontier region, as well as across Ontario and Canada.”

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Of the nearly $238-billion contribution to Canada’s GDP, approximately $61 billion would be generated during the site preparation and construction phase, and more than $176 billion during the operations phase.

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“The Bruce C Project would be an investment in strengthening our communities and the economy, while empowering skilled workers and innovation across Ontario,” said Pat Dalzell, Bruce Power’s Vice-President, Corporate Affairs and Market Development. “Bruce Power is committed to creating lasting prosperity while delivering the reliable, carbon‑free electricity and cancer-fighting medical isotopes to power the next century of Canadian innovation and opportunity.”