Canada News Centre2026-08-13T11:27:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/08/stratos-2026-campaign-canadian-experiments-to-be-tested-in-space-like-environment.html

From August 15 to 23, as part of the STRATOS (ICARUS) 2026 Campaign, five weather balloons will be launched from the Timmins Balloon Base in Ontario. They will carry five Canadian payloads, along with 15 experiments designed by high school students, to test new technologies, conduct scientific research, and collect measurements from the stratosphere.

Canadian Space Agency2026-08-13T11:27:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/08/canada-intends-to-repurpose-canadarm3-investments-to-support-the-next-phase-of-lunar-exploration.html

Space exploration is a key pillar of Canada's future. It fuels economic growth, enhances our technological leadership, and ensures that Canada remains a strong and competitive player in the global economy. To this end, the Canadian Space Agency is advancing plans to ensure that current Canadarm3 investments deliver technology that positions Canada and its space industry for opportunities arising from the Artemis program.

Canadian Space Agency2026-08-06T16:40:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/07/live-broadcast-of-crew-13-technical-briefing-and-news-conference.html

On August 3rd, media representatives are invited to the Canadian Space Agency's (CSA) John H. Chapman Space Centre to attend the live broadcast of a technical briefing about NASA’s Crew-13 mission featuring a panel of experts, followed by a news conference with the Crew-13 crewmembers, including CSA astronaut Colonel Joshua Kutryk.

Canadian Space Agency2026-07-29T09:10:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/07/media-accreditation-for-media-events-in-houston-related-to-the-crew-13-mission.html

On August 3, media representatives are invited to take part in media events at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston related to the agency's SpaceX Crew-13 mission. A panel of experts – including Mathieu Caron, Director of the Astronauts' Office at the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) – will give an overview of the mission during a technical briefing. Also, the crewmembers, one of whom is CSA astronaut Joshua Kutryk, will give a press conference.

Canadian Space Agency2026-07-20T16:14:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/07/launch-of-crew-13-only-opportunity-for-media-accreditation.html

In a few weeks, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Joshua Kutryk will fly to the International Space Station as part of NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission. Media wishing to cover events related to the launch from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida must make an accreditation request.

Canadian Space Agency2026-07-17T14:25:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/07/canada-recognizes-the-career-and-achievements-of-canadian-space-agency-astronaut-jeremy-hansen.html

Today, the Government of Canada is recognizing Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen’s outstanding contribution to Canada’s space program.

Canadian Space Agency2026-07-06T12:52:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/07/canadian-students-cubesat-launching-to-space.html

Tomorrow at 12:10 am PT, MARMOTSat, a CubeSat designed and built by students at the University of Victoria, will launch into space aboard SpaceX's Transporter-17 rideshare mission. The satellite will then be deployed into a special orbit for consistent Earth observations.

Canadian Space Agency2026-07-06T10:39:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/06/minister-joly-announces-688m-to-strengthen-canadas-sovereign-satellite-capacity-with-radarsat-constellation-mission-replenishment-satellite.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, announced a $688 million contract to MDA Space Ltd. to build, test, and launch a replenishment satellite for the RADARSAT Constellation Mission (RCM).

Canadian Space Agency2026-06-30T11:19:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/06/minister-joly-to-announce-investments-to-ensure-continuity-and-access-to-critical-satellite-data.html

On June 30, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will announce funding for space technology. The announcement will be made alongside industry representatives.

Canadian Space Agency2026-06-29T09:01:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/06/nasa-technical-briefing-on-orbit-repairs-to-canadarm2.html

On June 25 at 2:00 pm ET, NASA will hold a technical briefing about an upcoming spacewalk to replace a wrist joint on Canadarm2. The spacewalk is scheduled for Tuesday, June 30, at 8:00 am ET.

Canadian Space Agency2026-06-22T14:43:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/06/canada-advances-sovereign-earth-observation-capabilities-with-24m-investment-in-next-generation-satellite-technology0.html

For over 30 years, Canada’s RADARSAT satellites have been providing invaluable Earth observation data, delivering services Canadians rely on every day – from monitoring illegal fishing activities to assisting disaster relief efforts.

Canadian Space Agency2026-06-11T11:07:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/06/canadian-space-agency-astronaut-jeremy-hansen-in-canada.html

From June 10 to 12, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut and Artemis II crewmember Colonel Jeremy Hansen will be in Canada, participating in a series of events with various audiences.

Canadian Space Agency2026-06-09T10:48:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/05/canadian-space-agency-astronaut-joshua-kutryk-to-visit-calgary.html

On May 24 and 25, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Colonel Joshua Kutryk will visit Calgary to share insights into his upcoming Crew-13 mission to the International Space Station.

Canadian Space Agency2026-05-22T10:08:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/05/state-of-the-canadian-space-sector-report-2025-strength-and-growth-of-canadas-space-economy.html

Space is a strategic asset that supports multiple national priorities. Canada’s space sector is helping build a stronger and safer Canada by strengthening sovereignty, advancing climate action, supporting emergency response, and improving connectivity. It is also creating new opportunities for Canadian companies to innovate, diversify, and compete in the global economy.

Canadian Space Agency2026-05-22T09:00:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/05/minister-joly-welcomes-the-artemis-ii-crew-to-the-canadian-space-agency.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, welcomed the Artemis II crew to Canadian Space Agency (CSA) headquarters for the first time since completing their historic journey around the Moon. CSA astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen, alongside NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch, were joined by CSA astronaut Jenni Gibbons, who played several key roles in supporting the mission.

Canadian Space Agency2026-05-14T12:59:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/05/artemis-ii-crew-visits-canada.html

From May 13 to 15, the Artemis II crewmembers will visit Ottawa and Montreal to share their thoughts about the Artemis II mission and their experience aboard the Orion capsule.

Canadian Space Agency2026-05-13T08:06:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/canadian-space-agency-astronaut-joshua-kutryk-assigned-to-crew-13-space-station-mission.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, announced that Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Joshua Kutryk has been assigned to NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13, an International Space Station mission.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-23T17:24:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/artemis-ii-crew-news-conference-in-houston.html

On April 16, NASA will hold a news conference with the Artemis II crew at 2:30 pm ET at NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston. Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen, along with his crewmates, NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, will answer questions about their historic mission around the Moon.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-14T15:58:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/artemis-ii-crew-to-be-welcomed-in-houston-after-a-historic-mission-around-the-moon.html

Today, Saturday April 11 at 4:15 pm, NASA will hold a welcome event at Ellington Field in Houston for the Artemis II crew.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-11T11:14:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/canada-celebrates-the-end-of-successful-artemis-ii-mission.html

Today, Canada is celebrating the return of the Artemis II crew. After nearly 10 days aboard the Orion capsule, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen, together with NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, has safely landed on Earth, splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego at 8:07 pm ET.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-10T22:43:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/splashdown-artemis-ii-mission-returns-to-earth.html

Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen will soon conclude his mission around the Moon. The Artemis II crew will splash down at 8:07 pm ET in the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of San Diego, California.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-10T13:05:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/prime-minister-carney-joins-csa-astronaut-jeremy-hansen-in-a-live-call-from-deep-space.html

Today, the Right Honourable Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, spoke with Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen during a live space-to-Earth connection.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-08T20:06:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/nasa-invites-media-to-talk-with-artemis-ii-crew-on-their-way-home-from-moon.html

On Wednesday, April 8, at 9:45 pm ET, media representatives are invited to the Canadian Space Agency's (CSA) John H. Chapman Space Centre to attend the live broadcast of NASA's news conference with the Artemis II crew live from space as they travel back to Earth.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-08T11:57:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/artemis-ii-conversation-between-prime-minister-carney-and-astronaut-jeremy-hansen.html

On Wednesday, April 8, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen, crewmember of the Artemis II mission around the Moon, will speak with the Prime Minister of Canada during the third and final live space-to-Earth connection. Please note that the Prime Minister will be participating in this event virtually. The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions will also take part in this event.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-07T18:56:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/beyond-the-moon-artemis-ii-crew-reached-the-farthest-distance-humans-have-travelled-from-earth.html

On April 6, 2026, the Artemis II mission officially completed a lunar flyby, making Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen and his crewmates, NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch, the space explorers who have ventured farther into space than anyone before.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-06T21:33:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/artemisii-mission-to-complete-historic-lunar-flyby.html

On April 6, 2026, the Artemis II mission is expected to complete a lunar flyby. Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen and his crewmates are set to become the space explorers who will have ventured farther into space than anyone before.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-05T09:30:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/incoming-call-from-deep-space-astronaut-jeremy-hansen-connects-with-canadians-during-historic-lunar-mission.html

Today, Canadians were given a rare and inspiring glimpse into humans’ return to the Moon, as Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy spoke live from aboard the Orion spacecraft.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-05T00:49:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/space-to-earth-connection-csa-astronaut-jeremy-hansen-speaks-to-canadians-on-his-way-to-the-moon.html

Today, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen had a first space-to-Earth connection with Canada since the successful launch of Artemis II, three days ago.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-04T01:42:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/artemis-ii-jeremy-hansen-to-answer-questions-from-canadians-during-second-live-space-to-earth-video-connection.html

Overnight, April 4-5, 2026, not long before his lunar flyby, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen will do a second live space-to-Earth video connection with the CSA.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-03T12:00:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/04/artemis-ii-jeremy-hansen-to-answer-questions-from-media-live-from-space.html

On the night of April 3 and 4, Canadian media representatives are invited to speak with Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen for the CSA’s first live space-to-Earth connection.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-02T20:18:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/03/april-1st-2026--longueuil-quebec.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly congratulates Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen as the first Canadian to venture to the Moon aboard Artemis II, the first crewed mission to the Moon since 1972.

Canadian Space Agency2026-04-01T19:07:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/03/happening-soon-launch-of-the-historic-artemis-ii-mission.html

Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen will soon fly around the Moon aboard NASA’s Orion spacecraft as part of the Artemis II mission. The next launch window will open up on April 1st, 2026, at 6:24 pm ET.

Canadian Space Agency2026-03-30T15:31:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/03/coverage-of-the-artemis-ii-moon-mission.html

The launch of the Artemis II crewed test flight around the Moon is currently targeted for no earlier than Wednesday, April 1, at 6:24 pm ET, with additional opportunities for launch each day through April 6.

Canadian Space Agency2026-03-26T10:19:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/03/artemis-ii-nasa-update.html

On March 12 at 3:00 pm ET, NASA will host a news conference after the conclusion of an Artemis II Flight Readiness Review.

Canadian Space Agency2026-03-10T11:30:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/02/artemis-ii-nasa-invites-media-to-discuss-mission-next-steps.html

On Friday, February 27, at 10 am ET, NASA will hold a news conference to outline the upcoming work for the Artemis II mission and share a broader update on the Artemis campaign.

Canadian Space Agency2026-02-26T16:13:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/02/canadian-space-radiation-technology-to-support-health-and-safety.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, announced that Bubble Technology Industries has been awarded a contract valued at $5.5 million to develop the Canadian Active Neutron Spectrometer (CANS), a compact and autonomous instrument designed to measure neutron radiation exposure in space.

Canadian Space Agency2026-02-26T09:00:06-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/02/artemis-ii-second-fueling-test-of-sls-rocket.html

On Friday, February 20, at 11 am ET, NASA will hold a news conference to share the results of the wet dress rehearsal being conducted this week. This will be the second fueling test of NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket at the launch pad for the Artemis II Moon mission.

Canadian Space Agency2026-02-18T16:51:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/02/artemis-ii-first-possible-launch-date-now-march-6.html

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) wishes to inform Canadian media that that launch of the Artemis II mission has been postponed for technical reasons following the wet dress rehearsal.

Canadian Space Agency2026-02-03T14:32:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/02/artemis-ii-nasa-to-discuss-early-results-of-artemis-ii-wet-dressrehearsal.html

On Tuesday, February 3, following the wetdress rehearsal, a fueling test of NASA's SLS (Space Launch System) rocket at thelaunch pad for the Artemis II Moon mission, NASA will discuss initial results during anews conference at 12 pm ET.

Canadian Space Agency2026-02-02T16:59:59-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/01/artemis-ii-rollout-of-the-sls-rocket-to-the-launch-pad.html

On January 17, at earliest, in preparation for the launch of the Artemis II mission, NASA plans to begin rolling out the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket from the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB) to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The timing of the rollout is subject to change.

Canadian Space Agency2026-01-15T11:07:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2026/01/artemis-ii-mission-media-accreditation-for-nasas-johnson-space-center-in-houston.html

Following the launch of the Artemis II mission, targeted for no earlier than February 6, NASA will host daily briefings with agency managers and mission experts at NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, Texas. Media wishing to cover the events on site must make an accreditation request.

Canadian Space Agency2026-01-13T15:44:46-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2025/12/looking-back-on-2025-space-highlights.html

Once again this year, space enthusiasts have witnessed big leaps forward in Canada. Between technological breakthroughs, discoveries and international collaborations, 2025 has been a year of innovations and milestones.

Canadian Space Agency2025-12-15T09:03:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2025/12/countdown-to-artemis-ii-csa-hosts-information-sessions-on-media-opportunities.html

On Tuesday, December 16, the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) will host virtual information sessions for media representatives regarding the Artemis II mission.

Canadian Space Agency2025-12-11T10:00:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-invests-47-million-to-secure-access-to-essential-canadian-earth-observation-data.html

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, announced the Government of Canada’s intent to contract MDA Space to build, test, and launch an additional satellite for the RADARSAT Constellation Mission (RCM).

Canadian Space Agency2025-12-04T08:55:05-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2025/11/canada-confirms-historic-space-investment-at-european-space-agencys-ministerial-council.html

Earlier this week, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) President Lisa Campbell announced that the Government of Canada will invest a total of €407.71 million (representing approximately CAD$664.6 million) in European Space Agency (ESA) programs. This figure includes the CAD$528 million previously announced.

Canadian Space Agency2025-11-28T09:32:51-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2025/11/from-classroom-to-moon-csa-astronaut-jeremy-hansens-last-student-presentation-before-artemis-ii.html

On Monday, December 1, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen will speak to hundreds of students across Canada about the Artemis II mission, where he will make history by becoming the first Canadian to fly around the Moon.

Canadian Space Agency2025-11-27T10:29:56-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2025/11/statement-by-lisa-campbell-president-of-the-canadian-space-agency-at-the-esa-council-meeting-at-ministerial-level-2025.html

As the only non-European member of ESA, Canada is grateful for the visionary leadership that paved the way for where we are today. Prime Minister Mark Carney has underscored Europe as a strategic partner, not only in advancing cooperation in space, but also across a broad spectrum of mutually beneficial domains, from climate resilience and security to innovation and economic growth.

Canadian Space Agency2025-11-26T16:39:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2025/11/canadian-space-agency-reinforces-partnership-at-esa-ministerial-council-in-germany.html

On November 26–27, Lisa Campbell, President of the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), will join government ministers and senior officials from the European Space Agency (ESA) and participate in the Council meeting at Ministerial level (CM25) in Bremen, Germany.

Canadian Space Agency2025-11-24T12:23:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2025/11/the-explorers-club-to-the-moon-childrens-story-with-jeremy-hansen.html

On November 26, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen, member of the Artemis II crew, will be in Toronto for the launch of an e-book entitled The Explorers Club: To The Moon! This CSA initiative aims to spark children’s curiosity about space, while fostering learning and a love of reading.

Canadian Space Agency2025-11-24T09:00:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/space-agency/news/2025/11/canadian-research-shaping-a-healthier-future-on-earth-and-in-space.html

Science and research drive innovation and strengthen Canada’s global competitiveness. For decades, the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has championed scientific excellence through groundbreaking research conducted both in space and on Earth. The microgravity environment aboard the International Space Station (ISS) accelerates medical conditions commonly seen in aging and inactive populations. What could take 10 to 20 years to study on Earth can be observed in as little as six months in space.

Canadian Space Agency2025-11-20T09:03:37-05:00