Hybrid media briefing: Canada’s role in the SWOT mission

The Canadian Space Agency will host a media briefing at the John H. Chapman Space Centre following the launch of the Surface Water and Ocean Topography. The briefing will focus on Canada’s contribution and science objectives. This event will be held at 6767 Route de l’Aéroport. Call 450-926-4370.

Astronaut David Saint-Jacques returns to Earth

Canadian Space Agency astronaut David Saint-Jacques will leave the International Space Station to return to Earth, following a 204-day mission. A broadcast viewing of his landing will take place at Canadian Space Agency, John H. Chapman Space Centre, 6767 Route de l’Aéroport.

Canadian Space Agency

Astronaut David Saint-Jacques will participate in his last press conference in orbit before he returns to earth on June 24. He will be available to answer questions from media representatives. Media representatives unable to attend the press conference at the CSA will be able to watch it live (or recorded) on the CSA’s YouTube channel. This event will … Read more

PS Romanado to make an announcement

On behalf of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Minister Navdeep Bains (Mississauga-Malton, Ont.), Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Seniors Sherry Romanado (Longueuil—Charles-LeMoyne, Que.) will announce funding for Foodarom. This event will take place at Foodarom, 5400 Armand-Frappier St. Call 514-283-7443.

Story Time from Space with Canadian Space Agency Astronaut David Saint-Jacques

During a space-to-Earth connection with astronaut David Saint-Jacques, the Canadian Space Agency will launch a space-themed e-book. This initiative aims to encourage interest in space, learning and reading at a young age. Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development David Lametti (LaSalle-Émard-Verdun, Que.), along with students from Saint-Jacques’ elementary school, will participate in … Read more

Minister Bains to attend Canadian Space Agency event

The Canadian Space Agency hosts an event in honour of CSA astronaut David Saint-Jacques‘s departure to the International Space Station today. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Minister Navdeep Bains (Mississauga-Malton, Ont.), CSA astronaut Jenni Sidey-Gibbons and former CSA astronaut Robert Thirsk will be in attendance. This event will be held at the John H. Chapman Space Centre, 6767 Route de l’Aéroport. Call 450-926-4370.

The Canadian Coast Guard contributes to aerotechnical training

Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Seniors Sherry Romanado (Longueuil—Charles-LeMoyne, Que.), on behalf of Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard Jonathan Wilkinson (North Vancouver, B.C.), will announce a Canadian Coast Guard contribution to aerotechnical training. This event will be held at the École nationale d’aérotechnique, 5555 Place de la Savane. Call 613-992-3474.

Space Industry Days: new opportunities for Canadian firms

As part of the Space Industry Days, Gilles Leclerc, CSA director general Space Exploration, Robert Richards, Moon Express Founder & CEO and Alain Berinstain, Moon Express Vice President of Global Development, will present Moon Express, a redefined exploration of the moon as the Earth’s 8th continent. This event will be held at 6767 Route de l’Aéroport. Call 450-926-4370.

David Saint-Jacques to make an announcement

Canadian Space Agency astronaut David Saint-Jacques will join scientists and companies from across Canada to announce several Canadian health experiments that will take place during Saint-Jacques’ mission to the International Space Station. This event will take place at the Canadian Space Agency, 6767 Route de l’Aéroport. Call 450-926-4370.

Minister Bains to welcome two new astronauts

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Minister Navdeep Bains (Mississauga-Malton, Ont.) will welcome Canada’s two newest astronauts to the country’s space program. Also in attendance will be astronaut Jeremy Hansen, employees of the Canadian Space Agency and their families. A media availability will follow. This event will take place at the Canadian Space Agency, 6767 Route de l’Aéroport. Call 450-926-4370.