Ontario Tech University marks donation with Bruce Power Thermal-hydraulics Lab

Technology and innovation are at the core of Bruce Power’s business and the company is proud to promote the education of future energy workers with a $250,000 donation to Ontario Tech University in Oshawa.

During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Ontario Tech recognized the donation by designating a cutting-edge laboratory in its Energy Research Centre as the Bruce Power Thermal-hydraulics Lab. University officials said the generous investment by Bruce Power will have a tremendously-positive impact by offering students access to advanced facilities and resources.

“As a company, we value our people and the great education and skills they bring in helping us operate and innovate each and every day,” said Mike Rencheck, Bruce Power’s president and chief executive officer. “Our continued collaboration with Ontario Tech University is helping to nurture and empower the next generation of energy workers and leaders.”

The research centre houses the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science’s Nuclear Engineering programs, the Centre for Small Modular Reactors, and other energy labs and learning spaces, serving as a hub for Ontario Tech’s specialized education programs and research in geothermal, hydrogen, natural gas, nuclear, solar and wind energy technologies.

“Ontario Tech University values its dynamic partnership with Bruce Power and we are incredibly grateful for its generous additional investment in our students and our facilities and technology infrastructure,” said Dr. Steven Murphy, president and vice-chancellor of the university.

“We are proud to recognize one of Canada’s leading energy providers through the naming of the Bruce Power Thermal-hydraulics Laboratory, a testament to our shared commitment to impactful research real-world problem-solving.”

Bruce Power has a history of collaboration with Ontario Tech, exemplified by such initiatives as the Bruce Power Engineering Internships for Women program. This program plays an instrumental role in building a more inclusive nuclear-sector workforce by nurturing a diverse pipeline of future energy professionals. Participating Ontario Tech students benefit from invaluable hands-on learning experiences and mentorship opportunities that facilitate their transition into careers in the nuclear energy sector.



Bruce Power president and CEO Mike Rencheck cuts the ribbon on the Bruce Power Thermal-hydraulics Laboratory at Ontario Tech University, Tuesday (May 7); joining him, from left, are Marc Miville, student and president of the North American Young Generation in Nuclear, Ontario Tech Chapter; Steven Murphy, president and vice-chancellor; and Hossam Kishawy, dean of the faculty of engineering and applied science