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OFFICIAL GUEST GUIDE
Rook I Project
Ground breaking.
DATE
August 12-13, 2026
LOCATION
Production shaft Pad ・ Rook I, SK
HOST
NexGen Energy
ROOK I · SOUTHWEST ATHABASCA BASIN
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ROOK I AT A GLANCE
A generational asset.
ANNUAL PRODUCTION CAPACITY
2026 — Licence to Prepare Site & Construct
lbs U₃O₈ per year
Mar 5
Up to 30M
FINAL FEDERAL APPROVAL
COMPANY FOUNDED
ARROW DEPOSIT DISCOVERED
2011
2014
Vancouver, BC
100% NexGen- Owned
SCALE
1300 direct jobs during the build
Largest development-stage uranium project in Canada
4 Years
No.1
CONSTRUCTION PERIOD
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It starts here.
It starts now.
THIS MOMENT
On March 5, 2026, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission issued the Licence to Prepare Site and Construct — the final regulatory approval for the Rook I Project, and the first for a greenfield uranium mine and mill in Saskatchewan in more than two decades.
Today marks a historic moment built on partnership. Together with our Nation partners, communities, and government, we break ground on the next major source of global uranium supply — creating opportunity and impact for northern Saskatchewan, and good energy for generations.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Your Rook I experience.
* Site access is subject to safety, weather and regulatory requirements. All experiences subject to schedule changes.
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Dedicated NexGen host throughout your trip
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Front-row access to the official groundbreaking ceremony — a defining moment for Canadian energy
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Opening prayer alongside our Nation and community partners
Guided site tour with NexGen's engineering and construction leadership
Subject to operational and safety requirements*
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Celebration lunch at camp
Departure
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* All timings subject to change. The final schedule will be confirmed by your NexGen host.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 — EVENING
Celebration dinner.
A private executive dinner — overlooking the Saskatchewan River, inside the city's flagship contemporary art museum.
18:30
Guest arrival — Welcome reception, cocktails & canapés
19:00
Opening remarks — NexGen leadership
19:45-22:00
Dinner service
17:30
Corporate Presentation - NexGen Office
Presentation
NexGen Energy
472 2 Ave S, Suite 200,
Saskatoon SK
Dinner
Remai Modern, The Riverview Room
102 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon SK
LOCATIONS
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* All timings subject to change. The final schedule will be confirmed by your NexGen host.
Run of show.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 — YOUR DAY*
08:30–09:30
Guests arrive via Rook I airstrip
10:00–10:10
National Anthem (Dene), Opening Prayer
10:10–10:13
Welcome Remarks
10:10–10:13
Safety moment
10:13–10:35
Remarks: NexGen, Indigenous Nation partners, the Government of Canada, the Province of Saskatchewan, and industry leaders
10:35–10:40
Ceremonial Shovel turn & photos
10:40–11:00
Media Availability
11:00–12:00
Celebration lunch at camp
12:00 - 13:00
Site Tour
13:00
Guest departures commerce
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THE CEREMONY
Breaking Ground.
A 90-Minute Ceremony
The ceremony brings together Nation partners, federal and provincial leaders, and the NexGen team to formally mark the start of construction — a shared commitment to responsible development, reconciliation, and lasting community benefit.
National Anthem (Dene) and Opening Prayer
Remarks — NexGen, Nation, Federal & Provincial leadership
Ceremonial shovel turn & official photography
Media & Photography
The ceremony will be photographed and filmed by NexGen's official media team, with accredited media on site. Personal photography is welcome in designated areas — your host will advise where filming is restricted. Drones are strictly prohibited.
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GETTING THERE
Travel to Rook I
The Rook I Project is located in the southwestern Athabasca Basin, approximately 640 km northwest of Saskatoon. All guest travel is by dedicated charter direct to the new Rook I airstrip, arranged and hosted by NexGen from Kreos Aviation.
By charter
— Check-in opens [TIME TBC]
— Luggage limit: Light backpack
— On landing, guests transfer by shuttle to the ceremony site
— Return charters depart Rook I from 13:00
For guests staying in Saskatoon around the event, rooms are reserved at the Delta Hotel. Your NexGen host will confirm your booking and transfer arrangements, including to and from the celebration dinner at Remai Modern.
Accommodation
Contact your NexGen host or the guest experience team:
Monica Kras – mkras@nxe-energy.ca
Stacey Golokin – sgolokin@nxe-energy.ca
Paola Ricardo – pricardo@nxe-energy.ca
Questions on travel
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ON SITE
Safety first, always.
Rook I is an active construction site, and NexGen holds itself to elite standards of health and safety. A safety moment is built into the ceremony, and your hosts will guide you through everything on arrival.
High-visibility safety vest, hard hat and safety glasses
Hearing protection where required
Commemorative NexGen apparel to keep
Provided for you
Please note
Closed-toe, flat footwear is required — no heels or sandal
Guests must remain with their host group at all times
Smoking is permitted only in designated areas
The site is remote — cellular coverage is limited
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WHAT TO BRING
Dress for the Basin.
Smart-casual outdoor attire is recommended for the ceremony; business or cocktail attire for the evening dinner in Saskatoon. Northern Saskatchewan weather can shift quickly, even in August — layers are your friend.
What to wear
Comfortable closed-toe shoes or boots for site
A warm layer and a light waterproof jacket
Sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent
Comfortable closed-toe shoes or boots for site
A warm layer and a light waterproof jacket
Sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent
Leave at home
Drones and professional camera rigs (unless accredited)
Open-toed footwear and heels for site
Oversized luggage — charter weight limits apply
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FINAL NUTS & BOLTS
Good to know.
No — attendance is strictly by personal invitation and passes cannot be swapped or transferred. Photo ID will be checked at charter check-in.
Are guest passes transferable?
Please share any specific requirements with your NexGen host at the earliest opportunity and we will work to accommodate you fully.
Is the site accessible for guests with mobility requirements?
Yes — refreshments on the charter, a celebration lunch at camp following the ceremony, and the hosted dinner in Saskatoon that evening. Please advise dietary requirements by [DATE TBC].
Will food and drink be provided?
A contingency plan is in place. Any changes to the schedule will be communicated by your host and via the live updates group.
What if the weather turns?
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