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Port Hope residents are invited to explore the possibilities of new nuclear generation at OPG’s new Nuclear Discovery Centre.
The info centre features engaging exhibits and information on OPG’s Wesleyville project, a potential new, large-scale nuclear development.
OPG is currently working with the community and First Nations to advance a multi-year assessment of the Wesleyville site.
Ontario's Minister of Energy and Mines, Stephen Lecce, speaks at the opening event for OPG's Nuclear Discovery Centre in Port Hope.
OPG continues to explore the potential for new, large-scale nuclear generation at its Wesleyville site near Port Hope.
Now, residents are invited to see what that nuclear-powered future could look like at the company's new Nuclear Discovery Centre, located at 115 Toronto Rd., in Port Hope.
The info centre was unveiled at an event on Friday, Oct. 10, and will officially open to the public on Tuesday, Oct. 14. It’s the latest step in OPG’s engagement with the community on a potential new nuclear build at Wesleyville, which could go into service in the 2040s to help meet Ontario’s growing energy needs.
“This is a chance for the community and community members to learn more about the invaluable role low-carbon, reliable nuclear power currently plays for Ontario, and explore the future of new nuclear generation,” said . “As neighbours, we value Port Hope as well as local First Nations. We see this community playing a key role in Ontario’s future.”
The 1,300-acre Wesleyville site has the potential to host up to 10,000 megawatts of safe, reliable new nuclear generation, enough to power about 10 million homes and support the province’s growth and electrification.
The site, which was originally set to host an oil-fired station in the 1970s, could be ideal for a new nuclear station as it is already zoned for electricity generation, is close to transmission, and is ideally located within a region that has access to necessary resources and is experiencing significant growth.
This is a chance for the community and community members to learn more about the invaluable role low-carbon, reliable nuclear power currently plays for Ontario, and explore the future of new nuclear generation. As neighbours, we value Port Hope as well as local First Nations. We see this community playing a key role in Ontario’s future.
Nicolle Butcher
President and CEO, OPG
Ontario's Minister of Energy and Mines, Stephen Lecce, surveys OPG's new Nuclear Discovery Centre in Port Hope.
A look inside OPG's new Nuclear Discovery Centre in Port Hope.
The project team has also been active within Port Hope throughout 2025 by attending community events and hosting information sessions.
Residents can get the latest updates on these activities and more at the Nuclear Discovery Centre. The centre also features interactive and educational exhibits, community displays, and staff are on site to answer any questions.
Learn more about the Port Hope Nuclear Discovery Centre and the Wesleyville project at opg.com/wesleyville.
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