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A bright future for Ontario starts here.

2026 CLEAN ENERGY FRONTIER PROGRAM AWARDS  

The Nuclear Innovation Institute is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the third-annual Clean Energy Frontier Program Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to the clean energy sector.

These awards celebrate the achievements and dedication of individuals, teams, businesses and organizations who are advancing clean energy innovation, economic growth and community engagement across Bruce, Grey and Huron counties.

Submission deadline:  Nominations will be accepted until Friday, June 12, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. 

Paulette Peirol Memorial Award for Excellence in Economic Development

This award recognizes an economic development professional or team that has shown a profound commitment to the region's clean energy sector.

The recipient will have demonstrated excellence through initiatives that promote regional economic growth, foster innovation, and advance sustainability in the clean energy industry.  

Community Clean Energy Champion Award

This award celebrates a local business, not-for-profit organization, or association that has shown outstanding leadership by fostering partnerships, engaging the community, and advocating for regional clean energy advancement.

 

The recipient will have demonstrated a commitment to collaboration, awareness-building, and innovative projects that strengthen the regional clean energy ecosystem.  

Isotope Catalyst Award

This award recognizes a partner of the Southwestern Ontario Isotope Coalition who demonstrates 
unwavering support for the isotope industry, shows strong leadership in advancing its growth and champions collaboration to create meaningful impact across the sector.    

Community Impact & Resilience Award

Recognizing a leader or organization whose vision, innovation and dedication have helped communities navigate challenges, build resilience and enhance safety and well-being, with one recipient honoured in each of Bruce, Grey and Huron counties (three available).

Community
Visionary Award  

Recognizing an elected official who demonstrates visionary leadership in advancing clean energy within their community. The recipient has shown foresight, strategic thinking and a commitment to driving positive change in the CEF region.  

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22,000+
good paying
jobs in communities across Ontario

means we power the clean energy sector together.

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Providing clean, safe, reliable power 

means we deliver emissions-free electricity to
1/3
 of Ontario.

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Producing medical isotopes

means we save lives around
the world.

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Offering a made-in-Canada solution

means 90¢ of every dollar spent stays in Ontario communities.

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With 400+ nuclear supplier locations across Ontario,
Bruce Power and the Clean Energy Frontier region of Bruce, Grey and Huron counties are delivering real benefits for communities throughout Ontario.

Because what starts in the Clean Energy Frontier doesn’t end here—
it’s changing lives in your hometown each and every day.

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Quick facts and figures from the Clean Energy Frontier.

Learn more about:

  • the Clean Energy Frontier program hosted at the Nuclear Innovation Institute

  • lifesaving medical isotopes created right here in our region

  • the potential Bruce C project

  • how the industry accounts for all of its waste

  • the role of energy storage in a clean energy Ontario.

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Stellina Williams
Vice President of Operations
& Head of Policy

info@nii.ca

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We love to chat clean energy, so reach out with questions, comments, ideas—and let's build this new era of energy together.

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P.O. Box 2080, 620 Tomlinson Drive

Port Elgin, Ontario

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117 Farrell Drive

Tiverton, Ontario

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