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Satellites

Earth-observation satellites

By observing the Earth from space, satellites provide essential information on ocean, ice, land environments, and the atmosphere. Earth-observation satellites help us monitor and protect our environment, manage our resources, and ensure the safety and security of Canadians. Satellite imagery and expertise is also used to support global humanitarian efforts and sustainable development.

Communications satellites

Communications satellites are the most economical way to connect Canadian communities, even the most remote, with the advanced services needed to compete in the global knowledge economy.

• Assisting search and rescue teams
• Providing ships and aircraft with geopositioning information
• Beaming instructors to classrooms across the country

Science satellites and spacecraft

Canada is renowned for the exceptional instruments on its science satellites. Some of these expand our understanding of the origin, formation, structure, and evolution of celestial bodies and the universe. Others study the physics and effects of phenomena such as aurora borealis on Earth's magnetic field.