A failure to launch: Politics, grievances, and an AI filibuster derail CSA briefing 🛑 An important House of Commons committee briefing with Canadian Space Agency (CSA) leadership was expected to cover the future of Canada's space science and research initiatives. Instead, the meeting was derailed by partisan grievances, debate over Spaceport Nova Scotia, and an unrelated filibuster on AI strategy. Crucial space policy topics—like the recent $72M WildFireSat procurement reset—were entirely sidelined by political theatre. Read our full editorial breakdown of the parliamentary committee session here: 👇 spaceq.ca/a-failure-to-launc… #CanadianSpaceAgency #SpacePolicy #WildFireSat #CanadaSpace #SpaceportNovaScotia #SpaceQ

SpaceX makes history today as its shares begin trading on the Nasdaq. 🚀 After raising a record $75 billion at a fixed price of $135 per share, the aerospace giant is now valued at $1.77 trillion. The successful public offering provides SpaceX with the capital to accelerate its satellite-based internet network, build data centres in low-Earth orbit, and finalize a fully reusable Starship rocket. What does this mean for everyday investors and the future of commercial spaceflight? Read our full story including what @elonmusk said this morning ⬇️ spaceq.ca/spacex-begins-trad… #SpaceX #SpaceEconomy #StockMarket #Aerospace #TechNews

Canada awards $2.4 million for ground-control systems to be used by RADARSAT Earth observation satellites 🌍 Canada relies on satellites from space to keep everyday life moving on Earth. Whether it is mapping flood zones for emergency responders or tracking sea ice for northern supply routes, Earth observation data is an essential part of keeping the country safe. Read more about this investment and the changing messaging around Earth observation ⬇️ spaceq.ca/canada-awards-2-4-… #SpaceNews #CanadianSpaceAgency #EarthObservation #SatelliteData #RADARSAT

VIAVI 5G non-terrestrial network partnership opens global supply channels for Square Peg Ottawa-based Square Peg Communications and VIAVI Solutions have announced a strategic partnership to deliver comprehensive testing capabilities for the 5G non-terrestrial network market. The joint platform pairs Canadian satellite channel emulation technology with global wireless testing standards, enabling developers to simulate space conditions in a laboratory setting. Read the full story here ⬇️ spaceq.ca/viavi-5g-non-terre… #SpaceEconomy #SatelliteCommunications #5G #AerospaceEngineering #CanadianSpace

T-Minus Engineering test rocket launches but fails to reach targeted altitude at Spaceport Nova Scotia 🚀 Read our story here and find out what's next ⬇️ spaceq.ca/t-minus-engineerin… #SpaceportNovaScotia #MaritimeLaunch #Aerospace #SatelliteLaunch #SpaceIndustry

SpaceX is detailing the infrastructure shift required to support its planned orbital AI data centres ahead of its anticipated IPO. 🌖 The strategy outlines a transition from terrestrial Earth launches to off-world manufacturing, utilizing lunar resources and mass drivers to scale computing capacity past a terawatt. Read the full story: 👇 spaceq.ca/scaling-its-orbita… #SpaceX #SpaceEconomy #LunarManufacturing #SatelliteTech #Aerospace #CommercialSpace

Will a European company be the first to launch an orbital rocket from Canada? 🚀 German rocket builder Isar Aerospace just secured $400M CAD (€270M) in a Series D funding round, pushing its total raised capital to roughly $1.3 billion CAD. This capital will be used to scale the serial production of the Spectrum launch vehicle in Munich and expand its global operations—including its recent commitment to Canada's Spaceport Nova Scotia. Read the full story here ⬇️ spaceq.ca/will-a-european-co… #SpaceQ #IsarAerospace #MaritimeLaunchServices #SpaceportNovaScotia #SpaceEconomy

We will have a story on today's launch once we have all the details. Stay tuned.

Space exploration is changing. We are no longer going to just visit the Moon. We will learn how to live there, but it's challenging. 🚀 The Canadian Space Agency just awarded $2 million across four architecture study contracts to Canadian Strategic Missions Corporation, SpaceDIRT, and Volta Space Technologies. Over the next 10 months, these companies will conduct studies on the systems needed to generate power and harvest resources directly from the lunar surface. Read the full story on these awards and the companies that got them ⬇️ spaceq.ca/the-canadian-space… #CanadianSpace #SpaceExploration #Innovation #EnergySecurity #SpaceQ #SpaceDirt #VoltaSpace #CSMC

NASA has officially named the four astronauts who will crew the Artemis III mission in 2027. Commander Randy Breslin, Pilot Luca Parmitano, and Mission Specialists Frank Rubio and Andre Douglas (making his first space flight) will conduct critical orbital testing to prepare for future lunar surface operations. The mission will feature a complex multi-launch campaign, requiring the Orion spacecraft to dock with both Blue Origin and SpaceX lander test articles in low Earth orbit. This flight is designed to validate life support systems, software, and interoperability before humanity establishes a permanent presence on the moon. Read the story here ⬇️ spaceq.ca/first-time-flyer-j… #ArtemisIII #NASA #SpaceExploration #SpaceX #BlueOrigin

ICEYE reaches 10 billion Euro valuation after Series F raise and will double satellite production 📈 Earth observation firm ICEYE closed a 450 million euro Series F funding round, elevating its valuation beyond 10 billion euros. The transaction supports an aggressive supply chain scale-up. Management plans to double manufacturing output to 100 synthetic aperture radar satellites annually by 2028 to service a 1.5 billion euro backlog. The firm also announced the appointment of Eric Jensen as global Chief Operating Officer to oversee international operations and standardized production protocols. Read the full story ⬇️ spaceq.ca/iceye-reaches-10-b… #SpaceTech #AerospaceManufacturing #DefenceIndustry #SupplyChain #VentureCapital

🚀 Update: Our launch window opens today, but after this morning’s review of conditions, the winds are not favourable for launch. Our team will continue to monitor conditions throughout the day and reassess opportunities tomorrow. As always, safety comes first. We’ll keep you updated as the week progresses and look forward to the next launch opportunity.

Can a commercial satellite constellation solve Canada’s Arctic GPS vulnerabilities? 🇨🇦🛰️ Traditional GPS signals degrade north of Edmonton, creating a strategic risk for aviation, logistics, and military operations in the Far North. Xona Space Systems is scaling up its activities to offer a more robust alternative. With a new $850,000 investment from Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC), Xona will pilot a program with ISED and the NRC to broadcast Canada's sovereign time standard from low Earth orbit. Flying closer to Earth means signals are up to 100 times stronger and highly resistant to jamming—aligning with Canada's broader NORAD modernization goals. Get the full story and its potential impact on northern defence: spaceq.ca/xona-space-systems… #SpaceTech #LEO #GPS #DefenceSector #NationalSecurity #SpaceQ

NASA issues order to space station astronauts to “shelter” for possible evacuation but rescinds it (updated) Astronauts were initially directed to shelter in the Dragon spacecraft while Roscosmos attempted an extensive repair on the leaking Zvezda module. Those repair plans have been paused for the day, and the crew has ended safe haven procedures to return to normal operations. Read the updated story. 👇 spaceq.ca/nasa-issues-order-… #SpaceQ #SpaceNews #ISS #NASA #SpaceXCrew12 #Roscosmos #Spaceflight

Investor demand drives Axiom Space to close $525 million financing round 💰 This total represents a US$175 million increase from the figure announced in February. Read the story on the new financial backing ⬇️ spaceq.ca/investor-demand-dr… #SpaceIndustry #Aerospace #CommercialSpace #AxiomSpace #SpaceEconomy #SpaceQ

Canada offers $5 million to build satellite quantum communications link with the UK 🛰️ The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has posted a $5 million funding opportunity to develop a secure transatlantic quantum communications network. Interested companies must submit their applications by July 15, 2026. Get the full breakdown of project objectives and eligibility requirements on SpaceQ. ⬇️ spaceq.ca/canada-offers-5-mi… #SpaceSector #QuantumCommunications #SpaceTech #CanadianSpaceAgency #SatelliteNetwork

Canada updates 2026 wildfire season, WildFireSat constellation to help when online 🔥 With 134 active fires currently burning across the country, Canada faces another volatile 2026 wildfire season. Federal officials recently provided an update on the situation and forecast above-normal temperatures and escalating risks nationwide. Read the full story on SpaceQ. ⬇️ spaceq.ca/canada-updates-202… #WildFireSat #CanadianSpaceAgency #SpaceProcurement #EarthObservation #SpaceQ #NRCAn #WildlandFires #Wildfires

Spaceport Nova Scotia prepares for two suborbital hypersonic rocket launches this month 🚀 Read the full story and NOTAM launch windows here ⬇️ spaceq.ca/spaceport-nova-sco… #SpaceportNovaScotia #TMinusEngineering #AerospaceNews #SuborbitalLaunch #CanadianSpace

A look at the upcoming historic SpaceX IPO - And how Musk's huge loyal fan base will have a say. Read the full story: 👇 spaceq.ca/a-look-at-upcoming… #SpaceX #SpaceBusiness #IPO #Finance #Aerospace #Starlink #StockMarket