Uranium

Uranium is a naturally occurring radioactive element used for fuel in nuclear power reactors. Canada is one of the world's largest uranium producers, accounting for 18 percent of global production. Ninety percent of Canada’s production is exported.

Uranium mines provide raw ore which is processed at a milling facility to recover the uranium concentrate. The uranium concentrate is then processed further to create fuel for nuclear power reactors. All uranium mines and mills in Canada are regulated and licensed by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) for the protection of Canadians and the environment.

• Uranium Mines and Mills in Canada
• Uranium Processing and Fuel Fabrication Facilities
• Uranium Mines and Mills in Northern Saskatchewan
• Licensing process for new uranium mines and mills

Fact Sheets:

• Uranium Mining: The Facts on a Well-Regulated Industry

Current Environmental Assessments:

Quebec

• Chibougamau: Matoush Exploration Project 

Saskatchewan

• Moon Lake: Millennium Mine Project
• McClean Lake: Midwest Project: Mining and Milling 

Nunavut

• Baker Lake: Kiggavik Project: Mining and Milling