Space Science and Exploration | The Canadian Encyclopedia
Astronomers and Astrophysicists (24)
Astronomy and Astrophysics (12)
Canadian Astronauts (11)
Organizations (5)
Technology (5)
Timelines
Communication and Transportation
Exploration
Science
Education
Science and Innovation in Canada
Women in STEM in Canada
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Space Science and Exploration

This collection brings together articles and resources about space science and space exploration. Access articles, biographies and timelines to learn more about space technology and Canadian astronauts.

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Featured Articles

Yvonne Brill
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Photo of Yvonne Brill
Hubert Reeves
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Hubert Reeves, astrophysicist, date unknown.
Helen Sawyer Hogg
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Helen Sawyer Hogg, 1984
Asteroids Named After Places in Canada
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Asteroid belt with a large planetoid.

Timelines

Signal Hill and St. John's in the distance.
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Communication and Transportation

Events related to developments in communication and transportation in Canada

Detail of a pulley on the HMCS Sackville.
timeline

Exploration

This timeline traces the history of exploration in Canada

Dr. Charles H. Best and Dr. G.R. Williams
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Science

This timeline chronicles scientific innovation and discovery in Canada

Quizzes

Science and Innovation in Canada
Quiz
Women in STEM in Canada
Quiz