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SpaceX Transporter-15 rideshare mission launches with 3 Canadian payloads

SpaceX launched the Transporter-15 rideshare mission today with 140 payloads onboard including three from Canada.
SpaceX Transporter-15 rideshare mission launches with 3 Canadian payloads
SpaceX launched the Transporter-15 rideshare mission today with 140 payloads onboard including three from Canada.
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November 28, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Remarks and Q&A by Industry Minister Mélanie Joly at the SpaceBound conference

Industry Minister Mélanie Joly was a late addition to the SpaceBound conference in Ottawa. Her remarks and funding announcement were made at the end of the afternoon sessions on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
Remarks and Q&A by Industry Minister Mélanie Joly at the SpaceBound conference
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly was a late addition to the SpaceBound conference in Ottawa. Her remarks and funding announcement were made at the end of the afternoon sessions on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
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November 28, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Canada formally makes large financial commitment at the ESA Council Meeting at Ministerial Level

Yesterday, on the opening day of the ESA Council Meeting at Ministerial Level 2025, Canadian Space Agency President Lisa Campbell delivered Canada's commitment to the European Space Agency (ESA)…
Canada formally makes large financial commitment at the ESA Council Meeting at Ministerial Level
Yesterday, on the opening day of the ESA Council Meeting at Ministerial Level 2025, Canadian Space Agency President Lisa Campbell delivered Canada's commitment to the European Space Agency (ESA) pledging €407.7 million Euros, forecasted to be about $664.6 million.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Remarks by Defence Minister David McGuinty at the SpaceBound conference

Defence Minister David McGuinty was the keynote speaker at the SpaceBound conference in Ottawa on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Remarks by Defence Minister David McGuinty at the SpaceBound conference
Defence Minister David McGuinty was the keynote speaker at the SpaceBound conference in Ottawa on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
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November 27, 2025 at 9:28 PM
DND allocates $105 million for new ‘Launch the North’ IDEaS Challenge

The Department of National Defence released a new Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Challenge called 'Launch the North' that if successful would see the first sovereign launch capability no later than 2028.
DND allocates $105 million for new ‘Launch the North’ IDEaS Challenge
The Department of National Defence released a new Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) Challenge called 'Launch the North' that if successful would see the first sovereign launch capability no later than 2028.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The Canadian Space Agency is soliciting interest in a new quantum technology initiative

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is calling for an expression of interest (EOI) in another quantum technology initiative called Quantum Communications and Networking Demonstrator. This initiative is an outcome…
The Canadian Space Agency is soliciting interest in a new quantum technology initiative
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is calling for an expression of interest (EOI) in another quantum technology initiative called Quantum Communications and Networking Demonstrator. This initiative is an outcome from the G7 meeting held in Kananaskis, Alberta this past June and comes from "a commitment" between Canada and the United Kingdom "to develop secure, transatlantic communications based on quantum technologies." …
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November 27, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Pacific Geomatics and SI Analytics Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Super-Resolution Capabilities Across Canada

Victoria, Canada / Seoul, South Korea – November 25th, 2025 – Pacific Geomatics Limited (PacGeo), a Canadian satellite imagery distributor, today announced a strategic…
Pacific Geomatics and SI Analytics Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Super-Resolution Capabilities Across Canada
Victoria, Canada / Seoul, South Korea – November 25th, 2025 – Pacific Geomatics Limited (PacGeo), a Canadian satellite imagery distributor, today announced a strategic partnership with SI Analytics (SIA), a leader in AI-driven Earth observation solutions, to expand the global reach of SuperX, a Generative AI-based satellite imagery super-resolution solution built on multi-resolution Foundation Models. The collaboration brings together SIA’s state-of-the-art generative AI technology and PacGeo’s regional distribution and customer network to provide unparalleled imagery enhancement that enables advanced geospatial analysis and image interpretation for governments, defence agencies, and commercial organizations in Canada.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Joshua Kutryk’s ISS flight in limbo with Starliner-1 mission change

The Starliner-1 mission which included Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk will no longer carry astronauts, only cargo, creating uncertainty as to when Kutryk will begin his long duration mission on the International Space Station.
Joshua Kutryk’s ISS flight in limbo with Starliner-1 mission change
The Starliner-1 mission which included Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk will no longer carry astronauts, only cargo, creating uncertainty as to when Kutryk will begin his long duration mission on the International Space Station.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Canadian Space Agency president Lisa Campbell relays government talking points

There were several themes and one funding announcement from Canadian Space Agency president Lisa Campbell as he addresses an industry crowd at the annual SpaceBound conference organized by industry group Space Canada.
Canadian Space Agency president Lisa Campbell relays government talking points
There were several themes and one funding announcement from Canadian Space Agency president Lisa Campbell as he addresses an industry crowd at the annual SpaceBound conference organized by industry group Space Canada.
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November 20, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Suborbital rocket lifts off from Spaceport Nova Scotia

A T-Minus Engineering Barracuda hypersonic suborbital rocket launched this morning on a beautiful day at 10:54 a.m.
Suborbital rocket lifts off from Spaceport Nova Scotia
A T-Minus Engineering Barracuda hypersonic suborbital rocket launched this morning on a beautiful day at 10:54 a.m.
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November 20, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Canadian government pivots to Europe with $528.5 million investment for dual-use technologies

At the SpaceBound conference late Monday afternoon, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly provided the gathered industry representatives a funding announcement of $528.5 million that will help them access…
Canadian government pivots to Europe with $528.5 million investment for dual-use technologies
At the SpaceBound conference late Monday afternoon, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly provided the gathered industry representatives a funding announcement of $528.5 million that will help them access dual-use space program in Europe, a further signal that Canada is pivoting towards Europe as a protectionist United States continues its trade war with Canada.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Kepler Communications to launch 10 optical data relay satellites in January 2026

Kepler Communications is preparing to launch the first ten satellites of its optical data relay constellation in January 2026, marking a major milestone for the 10 year old company.
Kepler Communications to launch 10 optical data relay satellites in January 2026
Kepler Communications is preparing to launch the first ten satellites of its optical data relay constellation in January 2026, marking a major milestone for the 10 year old company.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
RDX completes design review ahead of its first suborbital launch attempt

On a post on LinkedIn, Montreal area based Reaction Dynamics (RDX) announced last week it had completed its Critical Design Review (CDR) of their two-stage suborbital launch vehicle.
RDX completes design review ahead of its first suborbital launch attempt
On a post on LinkedIn, Montreal area based Reaction Dynamics (RDX) announced last week it had completed its Critical Design Review (CDR) of their two-stage suborbital launch vehicle.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:55 PM
On continued growth MDA Space reaffirms outlook in Q3 earnings call - With revenues up to $410 million in the third quarter 2025, a 45.1% increase year-over-year, MDA Space reaffirmed its previous guidance going forward with satellite systems leading the charge. #cdnspace
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On continued growth MDA Space reaffirms outlook in Q3 earnings call
With revenues up to $409.8 million in Q3 2025, a 45.1% increase year-over-year, MDA Space reaffirmed its previous guidance going forward with satellite systems lead the charge.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:24 PM
SBQuantum awarded $1.3M contract from the European Space Agency - Sherbrooke, Quebec based SBQuantum is finding continued interest in its quantum diamond magnetometers sensors with another contract contract from the European Space Agency. #cdnspace

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SBQuantum awarded $1.3M contract from the European Space Agency
SBQuantum is finding continued interest in its quantum diamond magnetometers sensors with another contract contract from the European Space Agency.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Canada’s space program needs a new strategy - Next week, the annual SpaceBound conference will gather in Ottawa to discuss the state of the space economy. This year, there will be a heightened emphasis on space defence. #cdnspace

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Canada's space program needs a new strategy
Next week the annual SpaceBound conference hosted by Canada's national space industry association Space Canada, will gather in Ottawa to discuss the state of the space economy and this year there will...
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November 17, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Viasat inks deal for Telesat’s Lightspeed services

A deal has been in the works for some time now and today Telesat announced that Viasat has signed a multi-year contract for Lightspeed low Earth orbit (LEO) services.

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Viasat inks deal for Telesat's Lightspeed services
A deal has been in the works for some time now and today Telesat announced that Viasat has signed a multi-year contract for Lightspeed low Earth orbit (LEO) services.
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April 14, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Canada focuses on lunar teamwork in new United Nations Action Team

Four employees of the Canadian Space Agency will take part in the United Nations’ new Action Team on Lunar Activities Consultation.

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Canada focuses on lunar teamwork in new United Nations Action Team
The Canadian Space Agency will take part in the United Nations' new Action Team on Lunar Activities Consultation (ATLAC) to continue to emphasize multinational teamwork for future moon missions.
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April 14, 2025 at 4:01 PM
NordSpace launches SHARP supersonic and hypersonic platform

NordSpace, the Markham-based space tech company that is building launchers and its own Canadian spaceport, has unveiled its Supersonic and Hypersonic Applications Research Platform (SHARP).

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NordSpace launches SHARP supersonic and hypersonic platform
NordSpace, who are building an orbital launch system, has unveiled its Supersonic and Hypersonic Applications Research Platform (SHARP).
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April 2, 2025 at 3:20 PM
MDA Space to acquire SatixFy for $278 million

In August of 2023 MDA Space announced it was acquiring the digital payload division of SatixFy Communications. Today they announced they planned to acquire the rest of the company.

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MDA Space to acquire SatixFy for $278 million
In August of 2023 MDA Space announced it was acquiring the digital payload division of SatixFy Communications. Today they announced they planned to acquire the rest of the company.
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April 2, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Class of 2025 Fellow’s revealed by Zenith Canada

The not-for-profit organization Zenith Canada Pathways Foundation, which aims to develop students and keep that talent in Canada, has announced its 2025 class of Fellows.

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Class of 2025 Fellow's revealed by Zenith Canada
Zenith Canada Pathways Foundation, which aims to develop students and keep that talent in Canada, has announced its 2025 class of Fellows.
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April 2, 2025 at 3:18 PM
ABB to supply interferometer for Japanese satellite Himawari-10

L3Harris Technologies has awarded a contract to ABB to develop a high-resolution infrared interferometer system for the Himawari-10 satellite.

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ABB to supply interferometer for Japanese satellite Himawari-10
L3Harris Technologies has awarded a contract to ABB to develop a high-resolution infrared interferometer system for the Himawari-10 satellite.
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April 2, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Telesat readies for moderate 2025 ahead of Lightspeed’s launch, discusses Viasat

Telesat’s latest results emphasized the need to keep pushing ahead with its new low Earth orbit constellation – Lightspeed – during tougher times in the geostationary market.

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Telesat readies for moderate 2025 ahead of Lightspeed's launch, discusses Viasat
Telesat's results emphasized the need to keep pushing ahead with its Lightspeed constellation – during tougher times in the geostationary market.
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April 2, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Canadian Space Agency signs launch services agreement with Exolaunch

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) has signed a launch services agreement with Exolaunch for its CUBICS Initiative, a follow-on program to the successful Canadian CubeSat Project.

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Canadian Space Agency signs launch services agreement with Exolaunch
The Canadian Space Agency has signed a launch services agreement with Exolaunch for its CUBICS Initiative, a student program for CubeSats.
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March 26, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Telesat signs Lightspeed agreement with Bangladesh’s ADN Telecom

Telesat and ADN Telecom Limited have signed a multi-year agreement that will see the Lightspeed low Earth orbit (LEO) constellation used in Bangladesh and South Asia.

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Telesat signs Lightspeed agreement with Bangladesh's ADN Telecom
Telesat and ADN Telecom have signed a multi-year agreement that will see the Lightspeed constellation used in Bangladesh and South Asia.
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March 26, 2025 at 5:27 PM