NASA faces structural and budgetary challenges in Low-Earth Orbit, safety panel says
As NASA pushes to return humans to the Moon and rely more on private industry low-Earth orbit, the agency’s top safety watchdog is sounding the alarm.
EarthDaily and ABB reveal first high precision images from orbit
Canadian geospatial firm EarthDaily has released the first public images from its EDC-01 satellite, saying it confirms that its ABB-developed imaging system meets the technical precision standards it requires for daily global…
In Defence of Canada Briefing (Issue 1)
Welcome to the inaugural briefing of In Defence of Canada. We launch during a landmark week for the sector; MDA Space has just reported record annual revenues of $1.6 billion, driven largely by a surge in defence and satellite demand.
Space isn’t science fiction. It’s Canada’s sovereignty infrastructure
For many, the word evokes astronauts, moon landings, and science fiction. It feels distant. Fascinating, even inspiring, but ultimately removed from daily life on the ground. That mental model is now badly out of date.
Canada and India move to update decades-old space ties
Amid a broad push to normalize diplomatic ties and double bilateral trade, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi signalled that space remains a quiet but consistent part of the Canada-India relationship.
Artemis 2 launch back on track for April after ‘quick disconnect’ fix
NASA engineers have successfully cleared a literal bottleneck in the Artemis 2 mission’s path to the Moon, repairing a faulty helium seal that had stalled the agency’s first crewed lunar flight in over half a century.
The voice of mission control: Jenni Gibbons on guiding Artemis 2 to the Moon
In this video from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), astronaut Jenni Gibbons discusses her role a Capsule Communicator (Capcom) on the Artemis 2 mission. As humanity prepares its historic return to lunar orbit with the…
Canada’s space commander on protecting satellites from jamming and potential nuclear risks
It is a reflex most Canadians perform daily without a second thought: tapping a smartphone screen to summon a ride, use GPS to navigate, or track a meal delivery. But for Brigadier-General Christopher…
South Korean launch provider INNOSPACE eyes Canadian expansion via Spaceport Nova Scotia
In what could be a win-win scenario, Maritime Launch Services announced a strategic partnership with South Korean rocket developer INNOSPACE.
Jeremy Hansen on dealing with Artemis 2 emergencies
In this video from the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), astronaut Jeremy Hansen discusses how the crew will deal with any emergencies on the Artemis 2 mission.
Federal funding fuels CDL Defence accelerator program
The government is making another investment from the recently announced Defence Industrial Strategy, this time funnelling nearly $7 million into a recently launched accelerator program, CDL Defence. Through the investment in Creative…
Canada secures EU defense procurement exemption for domestic contractors
While the public focus of the European Union's (EU) €150-billion Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative has largely centred on urgently replenishing traditional combat readiness, a pathway is now open for Canadian space…
The 10-month turnaround: How NASA plans to fix Its sluggish Moon program
NASA is officially pushing its highly anticipated return to the lunar surface to 2028, announcing a sweeping overhaul of the Artemis program designed to prioritize standardized flight frequency over giant leaps.
Space data meets ground troops: The Calian-ADGA Training Partnership
A new partnership between Canadian tech firms Calian Group and ADGA Group will explore developing advanced land training simulators for the Canadian Army, highlighting a shift in military readiness: ground operations are now…
Real-time radiation tracking: Canada’s newest contribution to the Moon race
As humanity gears up for its historic return to the Moon, the Canadian Space Agency is investing $5.5 million in homegrown technology to tackle one of deep space's most invisible and lethal threats: cosmic radiation.…
NordSpace officially launches Ventures division and announces investment in hyperspectral company Wyvern
NordSpace is once again expanding the scope of its business by announcing it had created a new Ventures division and making an investment in Edmonton-based Wyvern, an Earth Observation company…
CSA to invest in future lunar mining and power infrastructure
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has posted a new opportunity for the Lunar Surface Exploration Initiative (LSEI) Architecture Studies, a strategic effort to define Canada’s next major infrastructure contributions to the NASA-led Artemis…
Artemis 2 rollback begins (watch it live)
The Artemis 2 rollback from Launch Complex 39B began at 9:38 a.m EST 10 minutes after the "go" from the launch director was given.
Halifax’s Galaxia Mission Systems to expand facility, engineering team following federal investment
As Canada moves to domesticate its high-tech military supply chain, a satellite manufacturing and operations startup is being positioned as part of the vanguard of the nation's sovereign space…
Industry input wanted for next Canadian Space Agency priority technologies
The Canadian Space Agency is looking for input as it prepares to release its next Space Technology Development Program opportunity, a program that is continually underfunded.
NASA pushes back Artemis 2 roll back to no earlier than Feb. 25
In an update Monday evening NASA said it was pushing back the roll back of the Artemis 2 rocket to no earlier than Wednesday, Feb. 25 due to weather.
More than 20 founding firms kickstart the Alliance of Canadian Defence Companies
As Canada prepares to accelerate its military investments, a coalition of domestic manufacturers and technology firms formaly launched the Alliance of Canadian Defence Companies (ACDC) on Tuesday, creating a new…
Food security for the Arctic and deep space takes next step in new CSA opportunity
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has posted a new opportunity that builds on previous work for food production in deep space that also supports food security in the Arctic.
NASA rules out Artemis 2 March launch window
NASA is trading a March deadline for mission safety. By rolling the Artemis 2 rocket back to the Vehicle Assembly Building for repairs, the agency has officially bypassed the fast approaching March launch window.
Helium disruption threatens Artemis 2 March launch window
A day after seemingly getting some positive news, the news from Kennedy Space Center today is not good. NASA is preparing to move the Artemis 2 rocket back to the Vehicle Assembly Building due to a helium leak.
NASA pushes forward with a possible Artemis 2 March launch with caveats
NASA is happy with the just concluded second dress rehearsal, so much so that they are proceeding with a possible March launch attempt believing the seal repair has worked.
A strategy of consequence: Canada’s new Defence Industrial Strategy must deliver in space
It is fitting, whether or not by coincidence, that the federal government unveiled Canada’s ambitious Defence Industrial Strategy (“DIS”) in the same week Canadians mark “Black Friday,” the day in 1959 when…
The space data layer – Building an interoperable internet in space
As commercial constellations multiply, the race is on to build a fully functional internet in space.
MDA Space launches 49North to capture billions in Canadian defence contracts
With the Defence Industrial Strategy (DIA) now out, MDA Space has created a new subsidiary, 49North, in an attempt to capture billions of expected defence procurement funds.
DND takes next step for Defence Innovation Secure Hubs, issues $50M challenge
A day after Ottawa designated space and drone technology as “key sovereign capabilities” in its new Defence Industrial Strategy, the government is putting money on the table right away for a specific challenge. The…
