A campaign by The Society of United Professionals is calling for support of CANDU reactors at the proposed Bruce C nuclear plant in Kincardine.
The organization's Eric Tiisler appeared before Saugeen Shores Council on Monday, promoting the Canadian nuclear technology.
Tiisler said American technology, such as Westinghouse reactors, would support American jobs.
"If you're being asked or tasked by corporations that wish to have your support, think about Canadians first," advised Tiisler. "Ask those good questions. Where's the engineering coming from? Where's the uranium coming from? Where's the labour coming from?"
Tiisler explained that using CANDU technology would mean using Canadian engineering, Canadian uranium, and Canadian labour.
"We've enjoyed 60 years of success at Douglas Point, Bruce A, Bruce B, and so forth," he added. "Safe operation by our engineers and by our people."
Saugeen Shores Mayor Luke Charbonneau voiced his support for Canadian CANDU reactors.
"Where that technology is from, very much dictates where the money will be spent and where the jobs will be to support that technology. Then you mix that in with the idea of having to buy enriched uranium from the United States and do other things with these other technologies. This council has already passed the resolutions, as you mentioned, supporting CANDU technology. I hold that view more firmly today than ever," said Charbonneau. "Our next set of reactors should be Canadian-made. CANDU is the best nuclear technology on Earth. The safest, most efficient, most effective, and it employs Canadians."
The Society of United Professionals represents over 10,000 professionals in Ontario, including engineers, scientists, supervisors and lawyers. There are about 1,500 members at the Bruce site.
"Canada is experiencing an unprecedented moment in our history," Tiisler pointed out. "There has never been a more important time for workers in Canada to stand shoulder-to-shoulder, in solidarity, united."
The society is also selling T-shirts as part of its Canada United campaign, promoting awareness and supporting workers. Proceeds will support workers impacted by tariffs.