Westinghouse Expands Presence in Bruce County

9 December 2021 by Westinghouse Electric Company

Westinghouse Canada held a ribbon cutting event to commemorate the opening of a new office in Bruce County today. The office will have 20 full-time employees and is strategically located to manage its increasing work at Bruce Power.

“Westinghouse continues to leverage our innovative solutions and growing local CANDU expertise to help Canada reach net-zero by 2050,” said Edouard Saab, president ofCanada Ribbon Cutting Westinghouse Canada.

The company has supported Bruce Power since 2001 and continues to expand its local footprint. In addition to the new office, its 10,000 square foot Wingham facility serves as a local staging and storage area for clean equipment critical to the operations and maintenance of the Bruce Power fleet. It is also used for preparation work and training.

The Westinghouse team works in direct partnership with Bruce Power to offer customized, forward-looking solutions in nuclear power, providing support in energy efficiency and worker safety across Canada.

Community Involvement
This commitment goes beyond reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 – Westinghouse is dedicated to supporting communities throughout Canada by collaborating with nonprofits, local stakeholders and Indigenous communities to create a more sustainable, independent energy future for the country and the globe.

Recently, Westinghouse Canada was involved with the Bruce Power Charitable Events Sponsorship, benefiting multiple local, provincial and national organizations focused on Indigenous youth, health and wellness, Canadian veterans and provincial vaccination efforts.

Looking Toward the Future of Energy in Canada
To reach net-zero goals by 2050, Canada needs a partner that is committed to shaping the future of energy – one with proven global NPP experience, SMR & CANDU expertise, reliable Pam Cowanresources, unrivaled technology and input from local experts. Westinghouse’s innovative nuclear solutions and collaborative mindset enable communities and industries across provinces to reduce emissions, achieve energy independence and reach sustainability.

With more than 200 employees across nine sites in Canada, Westinghouse supports the entire nuclear lifecycle, from industry-leading plant design and construction to long-term operations and plant decommissioning. In addition to bringing global experience in nuclear energy to the table, Westinghouse powers underserved, remote communities and creates local jobs to build a more sustainable, equitable future for clean energy in Canada. The new office in Bruce County will help the organization provide the solutions necessary for the country to grow its nuclear energy capabilities, strengthening Canada’s position as a global leader in the fight against climate change.