Through the Federal Nuclear Science and Technology Work Plan, research and scientific activities are undertaken to serve the needs of 14 federal departments and agencies in the areas of energy, health, safety and security, and the environment. [...] These legacy liabilities are the result of decades of significant contributions and advancements in nuclear science which have benefitted Canadians and the world, including the development of CANDU technology and the production of medical isotopes used in the diagnostic and treatment of cancer and other diseases. [...] AECL is focused on the decontamination and decommissioning of redundant structures and buildings, the remediation of contaminated lands, and the management and disposal of radioactive waste at AECL sites – primarily at the Chalk River Laboratories and the Whiteshell Laboratories in Manitoba. [...] The intent is to align the completion of the characterization and remediation planning of the waste-management areas with the availability of the disposal facility. [...] With the implementation of the GoCo model and the increased emphasis placed on tackling its environmental and decommissioning responsibilities, AECL has asked CNL to accelerate and complete the decommissioning and closure of the site.
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