Over $31,000 is being donated by Bruce Power to local organizations offering science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programs for youth.
Bruce Power says the donation is in recognition of its engineers during National Engineering Month.
The recipients of this donation includes various school programs through the Grey Bruce Ontario Youth Apprentice Program, First Lego League Robotics, Kinetic Knights First Robotics, Grey Bruce Regional Skills Competition, and Bluewater Regional Science and Technology Fair. Each organization submitted an application for support through the company’s Community Investment Program.
Bruce Power Chief Engineer and Senior Vice President Gary Newman says as one of the world’s largest nuclear facilities, engineers play a vital role in their continued safe operation.
“As we progress one of Canada’s largest clean energy infrastructure projects with our Major Component Replacements and Life-Extension Program, we’re helping to spark the next generation of engineers to ensure a stable and diverse workforce for decades to come,” says Newman.
In addition to these donations, Bruce Power also provides annual STEM-focused elementary and secondary school awards across Bruce, Grey and Huron counties, and scholarships for Indigenous students.