The Canadian Space Agency coordinates all civil, space-related programs on behalf of the Government of Canada. Terms: bit.ly/1KcFPYP (Français @asc_csa)

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CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen was in Canada last week. This first solo visit since the end of Artemis II was marked by many moments of exchange and recognition that reflected the growing interest in space exploration in Canada.
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Teachers across Canada: @esa’s conference, “Teach with Space 2026,” is coming soon! This free online event (in English only) will take place on July 8 and 9 and is opened to Canadian educators. Register by July 6, 2026 6:00 am (ET): esero.ie/events/esa-teach-wi…
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Someone on our team said “shrimp.” 🍤 Now none of us can unsee it. This was captured on a windy, snowy winter day in the Magdalen Islands. And you, what do you see? 👀 📷 Sentinel-2 (March 3, 2026)
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Media interviews, armchair discussion at the Canada-US Summit, public event with the Ontario Science Centre and ceremonial first pitch with the Blue Jays. CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen knows how to end a tour!
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Three Canadian companies will work on Canada’s next-generation satellite system. They will explore concepts for the satellite’s ground control and data management system. asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/news/artic…
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Media advisory: Canada advances sovereign Earth observation capabilities with $2.4M investment in next-generation satellite technology canada.ca/en/space-agency/ne…

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Busy day in Nova Scotia for CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen: visit of a school, Air Force Base Shearwater and the Discovery Centre with students followed by a public event. Next stop: Toronto!
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Canadian space organizations: Want to work on Earth observation with @esa? Join our live info session on June 16 to learn how you can participate in programs like FutureEO, Copernicus, Digital Twin Earth, InCubed, and European Resilience from Space. asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/events/202…
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We have awarded 4 contracts for a total value of $2M for studies that will assess how existing Canadian technologies could be adapted for regolith (lunar soil) management and power generation on the surface of the Moon. More details: asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/news/artic… 📷: NASA
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Still thinking about applying to Canadian Space Agency's fall internships? There is still time but the clock is ticking! 🚀 Application deadlines are approaching quickly for many opportunities. Apply now: asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/jobs/searc…
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First stop in Canada for CSA astronaut Jeremy Hansen: Ottawa! Jeremy attended the swearing-in of the new Governor General, met with Members of Parliament and talked about Artemis II with colleagues from the Royal Canadian Air Force. 📷: 1: Canadian Heritage, 2 & 3: CSA
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Since 2022, the SWOT (Surface Water and Ocean Topography) satellite is delivering unprecedented data on how water moves and changes over time. This major leap in Earth observation helps us adapt to environmental change for years ahead. asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/blog/2026/…
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For World Environment Day, let’s turn our eyes to space. 🌎🛰️ Our satellites like the RADARSAT Constellation Mission monitor our changing planet to help better protect our ecosystems. 🔗 asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/satellites… 📸: NASA
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From coast to coast, here’s your June lunar lineup. Which phase will you chase? Learn more about the Moon: asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/astronomy/…
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One year ago, on June 4, 2025, former Canadian Space Agency astronaut Marc Garneau passed away at the age of 76. We will always remember his significant contribution to the history of Canadian space exploration. ✨
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Welcome @esa for a B2B networking session with Canadian companies. Canada's Cooperation Agreement with ESA creates opportunities for collaboration, technology development, and participation in international missions. Learn more: asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/funding-pr…
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The CSA is seeking proposals for research and development in quantum communications! Help us secure data between land and space: asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/funding-pr…
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A surprising number of our colleagues see a cat in this satellite image. 🐱 Does it mean it should have been named Cat Breton instead of Cape Breton? Help us sort out this confusion please.
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📷 Lost Art of Cartography – contains modified Sentinel-2 data and GeoNOVA lidar data (April 2021)
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Ever wondered what goes on inside the Canadian Space Agency headquarters? You can explore it virtually! 👀✨ asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/about/virt…
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