Hon. Glen ThibeaultHon. Brad…

Hon. Glen ThibeaultHon. Brad Duguid

Minister of EnergyMinister of Economic Development and Growth

4th Floor, Hearst Block8th Floor, Hearst Block

900 Bay St.900 Bay St.

Toronto, ON – M7A 2E1Toronto, ON – M7A 2E1

Dear Ministers,

I am pleased to share with you the enclosed report entitled, “Affordable Power. Jobs & Growth.” This report has determined that the life-extension activities and ongoing operations at the Bruce Power site will create thousands of jobs and inject billions of dollars into Ontario’s economy for decades while also providing low-cost, stable electricity to families and businesses for decades to come.

The report focuses on Bruce Power’s role within the Long-Term Energy Plan (LTEP), as it has now commenced its life extension project that is on-time and on-budget. This program will include the Major Component Replacement Program starting in 2020. Our report concludes that Bruce Power brings a “one-two punch” for our province to achieve balance in generating clean, affordable, reliable electricity for Ontario’s families and businesses, while securing investments as a key source of job creation and economic growth.

In creating this report, three organizations – each with their own focus and specializations – have come together to demonstrate a collective interest in the future of the nuclear industry and the economic vitality of the province. The Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario represents craft unions in the construction sector; the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters represents Canada’s largest trade and industry association; Bruce Power provides one-third of Ontario’s electricity. All three drive Ontario’s economy forward, and have a shared desire to see both affordable and stable electricity prices, while securing quality, sustainable jobs.

Energy policy is a challenging file, particularly because it touches virtually every area of public policy. There is robust and comprehensive public debate and dialogue on what constitutes the right mix of sources of electricity generation. That being said, the three aforementioned leaders all agree that in the roadmap laid out by Ontario’s Long-Term Energy Plan, Bruce Power is at the heart of the province’s economic and energy framework.

I appreciate you giving this report and its contents your consideration. The Bruce Power site is an economic engine for the Province of Ontario and is one of the main energy sources for southern Ontario. Public investment in our nuclear infrastructure and in the talents of our human capital will ensure that our workforce will have the skills and knowledge needed for long-term success.

Sincerely,

Patrick J. Dillon, Business Manager

Provincial Building & Construction

Trades Council of Ontario

CC.Members of Provincial Parliament,Bruce Campbell, President/CEO

Legislative Assembly of OntarioIESO

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