Former local MPP Bill Walker is the new President and CEO of the Organization of Canadian Nuclear Industries (OCNI).
The OCNI made the announcement today. Walker is due to start in his new role on Monday, July 11th.
Walker was the Progressive Conservative MPP for Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound from 2011 to 2022.
He was also former Associate Minister of Energy.
OCNI Board Chair Ahab Abdel-Aziz, says in a statement, “I am pleased to announce Bill Walker as the new OCNI President and CEO. The board conducted a rigorous three-month search and interview process.”
Abdel-Aziz adds, “Bill brings exceptional government, nuclear industry, and NGO experience to OCNI and I believe he will represent the needs of our members well. We look forward to working closely with Bill to deliver important programmes to existing and new supply chain members, as government, industry and regulators enter the critical phases of delivering on the promise of SMR (small modular reactors) through a pan-Canadian Supply Chain. We are confident that Bill’s experience will be valuable in delivering on OCNI’s mission and growth as we look to the future.”
Walker will oversee the operations of OCNI. This includes providing services and support to utility and national lab partners and members, membership retention and growth, facilities management, financial administration, outreach and relationship building
Walker will also work with members and partners in strengthening the nuclear industry’s Indigenous Engagement program. To aide a smooth leadership handover, previous OCNI President & CEO Ron Oberth, will continue to serve in a new capacity as Special Advisor to the CEO and the Board.
