AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear company with offices around the world, welcomes Makwa-Dewar as a new ambassador in support of the Canadians for CANDU campaign.
Makwa-Dewar is a full-service general contractor proudly rooted in Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario, that delivers proven performance through a First Nations perspective, blending Indigenous values with technical excellence across a wide range of industrial and infrastructure services.
The company offers comprehensive solutions including outage and project services, scaffold and access systems, insulation, coating and painting, excavation and earthworks, site works, facility and building maintenance, hazardous material abatement, and logistics support. Their integrated approach ensures safety, reliability, and cultural alignment on every project. As an Indigenous-led organization, Makwa-Dewar is committed to building lasting partnerships and delivering high-quality results that reflect both community values and industry standards.
The Canadians for CANDU campaign was launched on February 28, 2024, and is proudly supported by organizations including organized labour, supply chain, nuclear medicine, education, and Indigenous Canadian organizations. Spearheaded by Co-Chairs the Right Honourable Jean Chrétien and former Ontario Premier Mike Harris, the campaign promotes the deployment of CANDU® nuclear technology at home and abroad in support of Canadian and global efforts to reach net-zero emissions.
“I would like to thank Makwa-Dewar for their leadership in Canada’s world class nuclear sector, and their support for CANDU technology,” said Joe St. Julian, President, Nuclear, AtkinsRéalis. “This growing movement can position Canada as a global clean energy champion, while promoting a domestic nuclear industry that Canadians can be proud of.”
“At Makwa-Dewar, we are proud to support CANDU technology. We have participated in the construction, maintenance, refurbishments, and decommissioning of Ontario’s nuclear fleet since the 1960s,” said Bill Donnelly, Vice President at Makwa-Dewar. “Nuclear technology will be a vital component of the global energy mix in achieving emissions targets. CANDU will help Canada remain a leader in this industry.”
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