Careers In The Space Sector
Space shuttle launch (NASA)
Space shuttle launch (NASA)
Subjects
How does this align with my curriculum?
BC
11
Earth Sciences 11 (June 2018
Big Idea: Astronomy seeks to explain the origin and interactions of Earth and its solar system.
MB
9
Senior 1 Science (2000)
Cluster 4:Exploring the Universe
NB
11
Physical Geography 110 (n.d.)
2. The Earth in Space
NL
9
Grade 9 Science
Unit 1: Space (revised 2011)
ON
12
Earth and Space Science, Grade 12, University (SES4U)
Strand C: Planetary science (Science of the Solar System)
QC
Sec III
Science and Technology
The Earth and Space
QC
Sec I
Science and Technology
The Earth and Space: Astronomical processes
QC
Sec II
Science and Technology
The Earth and Space: Astronomical processes
YT
11
Earth Sciences 11 (British Columbia, June 2018
Big Idea: Astronomy seeks to explain the origin and interactions of Earth and its solar system.
YT
6
Science Grade 6 (British Columbia, June 2016)
Big Idea: Newton’s three laws of motion describe the relationship between force and motion.
SK
9
Science 9 (2009)
Earth and Space Science – Exploring our Universe (EU)
ON
9
Science Grade 9 (SNC1W) (2022)
Strand E: Space Exploration
NB
3
Science 3: Our Local Environment October (2019)
Weather and Climate
NS
9
Science 9 (2021)
Space Exploration
NU
9
Knowledge and Employability Science 9 (Alberta, Revised 2009)
Unit E: Space Exploration
NU
9
Science 9 (Alberta, 2003, updated 2014)
Unit E: Space Exploration
NT
9
Science 9 (Alberta, 2003, updated 2014)
Unit E: Space Exploration
ON
6
Science and Technology, Grade 6 (2022)
Strand E: Space
NS
6
Science 6 (2019)
Earth and Space Science: Space
NU
6
K-6 Science and Technology Curriculum (NWT, 2004)
Earth and Space Systems: Space
PE
6
Science Grade 6 (2012)
Earth and Space Science: Space
QC
Elementary Cycle 3
Science and Technology, Elementary
Earth and Space
NT
6
K-6 Science and Technology Curriculum (NWT, 2004)
Earth and Space Systems: Space
AB
8
Career and Technology Foundations (CTF) (revised 2019)
CTF is exploring interests, passions and skills while making personal connections to career
possibilities.
AB
8
Career and Technology Foundations (CTF) (revised 2019)
CTF is working independently and with others while exploring careers and technology.
AB
9
Career and Technology Foundations (CTF) (revised 2019)
CTF is exploring interests, passions and skills while making personal connections to career
possibilities.
AB
9
Career and Technology Foundations (CTF) (revised 2019)
CTF is working independently and with others while exploring careers and technology.
BC
8
Career Education 8 (2016)
Big Idea: Our career paths reflect the personal, community, and educational choices we make.
BC
9
Career Education 9 (2016)
Big Idea: Our career paths reflect the personal, community, and educational choices we make.
BC
11
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Career-life development includes ongoing cycles of exploring, planning, reflecting, adapting, and deciding.
BC
12
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Career-life development includes ongoing cycles of exploring, planning, reflecting, adapting, and deciding.
BC
12
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Career-life decisions influence and are influenced by internal and external factors, including local and global trends.
BC
12
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Engaging in networks and reciprocal relationships can guide and broaden career-life awareness and options.
BC
12
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Lifelong learning and active citizenship foster career-life opportunities for people and communities.
BC
8
Career Education 8 (2016)
Big Idea: Reflecting on our preferences and skills helps us identify the steps we need to take to achieve our career goals.
BC
8
Career Education 8 (2016)
Big Idea: The value of work in our lives, communities, and society can be viewed from diverse perspectives.
BC
8
Career Education 8 (2016)
Big Idea: Achieving our learning goals requires effort and perseverance.
BC
11
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Career-life decisions influence and are influenced by internal and external factors, including local and global trends.
BC
11
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Engaging in networks and reciprocal relationships can guide and broaden career-life awareness and options.
BC
11
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Lifelong learning and active citizenship foster career-life opportunities for people and communities.
BC
9
Career Education 9 (2016)
Big Idea: Reflecting on our preferences and skills helps us identify the steps we need to take to achieve our career goals.
BC
9
Career Education 9 (2016)
Big Idea: The value of work in our lives, communities, and society can be viewed from diverse perspectives.
BC
9
Career Education 9 (2016)
Big Idea: Achieving our learning goals requires effort and perseverance.
MB
12
Grade 12 Career Development: Life/Work Transitioning (2017)
Unit 2: Career Exploration
MB
12
Grade 12 Career Development: Life/Work Transitioning (2017)
Unit 4: Job Seeking and Job Maintenance
MB
9
Grade 9 Career Development: Life/Work Exploration (2017)
Unit 2: Career Exploration
MB
9
Grade 9 Career Development: Life/Work Exploration (2017)
Unit 5: Career and Community Experiences
MB
10
Grade 10 Career Development: Life/Work Planning (2017)
Unit 2: Career Exploration
MB
10
Grade 10 Career Development: Life/Work Planning (2017)
Unit 4: Job Seeking and Job Maintenance
MB
10
Grade 10 Career Development: Life/Work Planning (2017)
Unit 5: Career and Community Experiences
MB
11
Grade 11 Career Development: Life/Work Building (2017)
Unit 2: Career Exploration
MB
11
Grade 11 Career Development: Life/Work Building (2017)
Unit 4: Job Seeking and Job Maintenance
MB
11
Grade 11 Career Development: Life/Work Building (2017)
Unit 5: Career and Community Experiences
MB
12
Grade 12 Career Development: Life/Work Transitioning (2017)
Unit 5: Career and Community Experiences
ON
11
Communications Technology, Grade 11 University/College Preparation (TGJ3M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
12
Communications Technology, Grade 12 (TGJ4M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
11
Computer Engineering Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (TEJ3M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
12
Computer Engineering Technology, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (TEJ4M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
11
Transportation Technology, Grade 11, College Preparation (TTJ3C) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
12
Transportation Technology, Grade 12, College Preparation (TTJ4C) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
11
Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (TMJ3M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
12
Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (TMJ4M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
11
Hospitality and Tourism, Grade 11, College Preparation (TFJ3C)(2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
12
Hospitality and Tourism, Grade 12, College Preparation (TFJ4C) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
11
Health Care, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (TPJ3M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
12
Health Care, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (TPJ4M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
11
Hairstyling and Aesthetics, Grade 11, Workplace Preparation (TXJ3E) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
12
Hairstyling and Aesthetics, Grade 12, Workplace Preparation (TXJ4E) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
11
Green Industries, Grade 11, University/College Preparation (THJ3M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
12
Green Industries, Grade 12, University/College Preparation (THJ4M) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
9
Exploring Technologies, Grade 9, Open (TIJ1O) (2009)
Strand D: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
11
Construction Engineering Technology, Grade 11, College Preparation (TCJ3C) (2009)
Strand E: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
ON
12
Construction Engineering Technology, Grade 12, College Preparation (TCJ4C) (2009)
Strand E: Professional Practices and Career Opportunities
PE
10
Career Exploration and Opportunities CEO401A (2019)
Financial Literacy
YT
8
Career Education 8 (2016)
Big Idea: Our career paths reflect the personal, community, and educational choices we make.
YT
8
Career Education 8 (2016)
Big Idea: Reflecting on our preferences and skills helps us identify the steps we need to take to achieve our career goals.
YT
8
Career Education 8 (2016)
Big Idea: The value of work in our lives, communities, and society can be viewed from diverse perspectives.
YT
8
Career Education 8 (2016)
Big Idea: Achieving our learning goals requires effort and perseverance.
YT
9
Career Education 9 (2016)
Big Idea: Reflecting on our preferences and skills helps us identify the steps we need to take to achieve our career goals.
YT
9
Career Education 9 (2016)
Big Idea: The value of work in our lives, communities, and society can be viewed from diverse perspectives.
YT
9
Career Education 9 (2016)
Big Idea: Our career paths reflect the personal, community, and educational choices we make.
YT
9
Career Education 9 (2016)
Big Idea: Achieving our learning goals requires effort and perseverance.
YT
11
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Career-life development includes ongoing cycles of exploring, planning, reflecting, adapting, and deciding.
YT
11
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Career-life decisions influence and are influenced by internal and external factors, including local and global trends.
YT
11
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Engaging in networks and reciprocal relationships can guide and broaden career-life awareness and options.
YT
11
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Lifelong learning and active citizenship foster career-life opportunities for people and communities.
YT
12
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Career-life development includes ongoing cycles of exploring, planning, reflecting, adapting, and deciding.
YT
12
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Career-life decisions influence and are influenced by internal and external factors, including local and global trends.
YT
12
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Engaging in networks and reciprocal relationships can guide and broaden career-life awareness and options.
YT
12
Career-Life Connections (2018)
Big Idea: Lifelong learning and active citizenship foster career-life opportunities for people and communities.
ON
9
Science Grade 9 Applied (SNC1P) (2008)
Strand A. Scientific Investigation Skills and Career Exploration
ON
9
Science Grade 9 Academic (SNC1D) (2008)
Strand A. Scientific Investigation Skills and Career Exploration
ON
9
Science Grade 9 (SNC1W) (2022)
Strand A: STEM Skills, Careers, and Connections
Did you know Canada has a long history of space exploration? Canada has a big role to play in the upcoming missions to the Moon and beyond.
Below are a series of profiles of people with careers related to space and space exploration.
Katie Harris (she/her)
Medical Student/Prospective Aerospace Medicine Specialist
See Katie Harris (she/her)'s profile
Ilias Hader (he/him)
Artificial Intelligence Consultant & Team Leader
See Ilias Hader (he/him)'s profile
Rachel Ward-Maxwell
Researcher-Programmer, Astronomy & Space Sciences
See Rachel Ward-Maxwell 's profile
