Thank you for the question.
The health and safety of Canadians is clearly a priority for our government, and we continue to work domestically and internationally to promote a more secure supply of medical isotopes.
The economic action plan 2012 provided $25 million over four years to continue the development of non-reactor-based isotope production to help secure the supply of medical isotopes for Canadians. This investment reinforces Canada's leadership in medical isotopes. It opens technology export opportunities, and it supports high-quality jobs at home.
Investment also contributes to nuclear safety and non-proliferation by removing the need for highly enriched weapons grade uranium and nuclear material in the production of medical isotopes. It would furthermore significantly reduce the amount of radioactive waste generated for medical isotope production. We're very encouraged by this technological innovation.