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Earth’s orbit has become a cosmic landfill
Michel Doyon, manager of flight and systems operations at the Canadian Space Agency, walks us through what space debris is and its impact on Canada
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Environment
Michel Doyon, manager of flight and systems operations at the Canadian Space Agency, walks us through what space debris is and its impact on Canada
Exploration
A conversation with Canadian astronaut David Saint-Jacques, who is getting ready to travel to the International Space Station
Science & Tech
From enduring extreme isolation and psychological strain to operating high-tech robotics and undergoing an intense physical fitness regimen, here’s a glimpse at what it takes to head to space
Science & Tech
The mining industry is actively looking towards new frontiers in mining
Exploration
The significant CSA events since Alouette’s launch
Exploration
With interviews from Chris Hadfield, Marc Garneau, Roberta Bondar, and more, Canadarm and Collaboration is the tale of Canada’s involvement in international space exploration from the 1960s to the present day
Exploration
The men and women that have become part of Canada’s space team
Exploration
Michal Prywata, the Torontonian co-founder of Phantom Space Corporation on democratising space
Exploration
Commercial space flight company Virgin Galactic adds former Royal Canadian Air Force member Jameel Janjua to its pilot roster
People & Culture
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Exploration
The Canadian astronaut shares insights into life in zero-gravity as he orbits the planet aboard the International Space Station
Science & Tech
The federal government has announced a $2 billion investment in Canada’s space program, including a role in NASA’s Lunar Gateway project
Exploration
The Canadian Space Agency President looks at Canada’s role in space
Science & Tech
The RADARSAT Constellation Mission will capture detailed images of Canada’s landmass, helping researchers track everything from drought to the impacts of climate change in the Arctic
Exploration
The health issues astronauts face as they journey beyond the Earth’s surface
Science & Tech
Live feed shows two astronauts working to upgade the station's power system
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What becomes of the stuff we send up into space? And where does it go when it comes back down again?
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The final stage of a recruitment process that began almost a year ago with 3,700+ applicants has begun
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Exploration
Brenda Biasutti reflects on what it's like being married to astronaut Robert Thirsk
Exploration
Astronaut Steve MacLean’s wife reveals her live with a Canadian astronaut over the last 30 years
Exploration
Catherine Hansen talks about meeting CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen and their life together
Mapping
Environment
The 2020 Canadian City Parks Report looks at challenges and opportunties for Canada's parks under a COVID-19 lens
Environment
Glaciers play a vital role in sculpting the landscape, and their retreat can bring about drastic consequences
Environment
An excerpt from “We Always Begin with an Acknowledgement of the Land” by Amish Morrell
Environment
How a cocktail of invasive species and global change is altering the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River ecosystem
Environment
Already gaining steam before the pandemic, interest in urban farming — and hunger for hyper-local food — has soared. A look at three Canadian takes on the urban farming phenomenon
History
These innovations helped Canada establish its credentials as a leader in space research and technology
History
Highlights from the illustrious career of the original Canadarm
History
History
A new novel by Erika Behrisch Elce brings Lady Franklin — widow of doomed polar explorer Sir John Franklin — to life in new and creative ways
Wildlife
Project will use satellite imagery to track walrus populations and habitats and guide their conservation
Wildlife
The smartWhales program relies on industry collaboration
Wildlife
Human and bears sharing more landscapes now than ever before. As we continue to invade their world, will we be able to coexist?
Wildlife
International grassroots organizations unite over turtle conservation
Wildlife
New technology is helping researchers understand how birds time their migrations when the seasons send mixed signals
Science & Tech
The newest generation of the successful RADARSAT program will see three small satellites orbit Earth in tandem to provide detailed environmental data to Canadian researchers and government departments
Exploration
CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen says space exploration represents a major economic opportunity for Canada
Exploration
The investor and philanthropist will be Canada’s 11th astronaut
Exploration
Part of our roundup of 90 of Canada’s greatest explorers, these 17 explorers made major contributions to our understanding of Canada’s history and geography
Exploration
Expert cave diver and RCGS Explorer-in-Residence Jill Heinerth explains the risks and challenges of rescuing a boys’ soccer team trapped in a flooded cave in Thailand
Exploration
Western University professor takes a look at recent discoveries and their importance
Exploration
The final instalment in our roundup of Canada’s 90 greatest explorers, these seven explorers harnessed the power of technology — or invented their own — to break new ground
Exploration
Explorer-In-Residence Jill Heinerth's newest book encourages kids to reach for the stars
Kids
The Exploring Earth project also involves Canadian astronaut Roberta Bondar and aims to inspire students to learn about Earth’s landforms and natural processes from space
Science & Tech
To see galaxies far, far away, the most advanced telescope ever built will use Canadian instruments
Science & Tech
The space weather forecast is a great resource for planning outings to see the northern lights. Here’s what the forecast really means.
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The unmanned vehicle will collect imagery and data of the surface the moon
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Jenni Sidey and Joshua Kutryk, both from Alberta, were announced as Canada's 13th and 14th astronauts on Canada Day
Science & Tech
Travel
A recent study suggests bees might be the key to expeditions to Mars
Mapping
Six urban planning experts share their views on municipal actions during COVID-19
Science & Tech
People & Culture
As cities grapple with the challenge of redeveloping their first suburbs, malls could become the community spaces they were originally intended to be
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People & Culture
Payette succeeds David Johnston, who has served in the role since October 2010
Science & Tech
Do you have what it takes to go to space?
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Places
Edmonton’s River Valley is a space the musician, writer and artist can go to just be herself
People & Culture
Harvesting the talent in Toronto, Halifax, Montréal and Vancouver
Science & Tech
Canadian scientists are joining an international team in Antarctica to study the health risks of long-term space missions
People & Culture
The Bay department store in downtown Winnipeg will close in early 2021
People & Culture
Canada’s favourite astronaut, Chris Hadfield, connects space and Earth with music
People & Culture
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Data on Dorian highlights how advancements in satellite imaging are changing our understanding of severe weather events
People & Culture
Whether diving in Antarctic waters, making scientific breakthroughs or summiting Everest, these remarkable women are making their mark on Canada and the world.
People & Culture
How theatre is helping Central American women cope with the perils of migrating to the United States
People & Culture
Places
The Royal Canadian Geographical Society announces forthcoming Canada's Centre for Geography and Exploration
People & Culture
The highest level within the Order of Canada recognizes national pre-eminence or achievement
People & Culture
The rock legend, space scientist and author honoured for outstanding contributions to cultural and physical geography
Mapping
Industrial engineer Cheryl White uses visual problem-solving and team engagement techniques in her day job. Now she’s using them to crowdsource a national mapping project.
Travel
Science & Tech
For the first time, Canadian researchers working with the Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment (CHIME) telescope have discovered a fast radio burst (FRB) that is repeating in regular 16-day intervals
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History
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Canada is taking to space in the fight against illegal fishing