Satellites

Chris Derksen (he/his)

Job Title

Climate Scientist

I use satellite data and climate models to understand how climate change is impacting snow and ice across Canada.

Max Salman

Job Title

PH.D. Student / Affiliate Researcher

I ask questions to things that don’t have answers yet.

Introduction to Satellites

Learn about the history, functions, and types of satellites.

The Math Behind GPS

Learn about the history and math behind the Global Positioning System.

The three RADARSAT Constellation Mission spacecraft

7 ways Satellites Help Fight Climate Change

Discover 7 ways satellite Earth observation helps fight climate change.

Jamie Sevigny

Job Title

Management Engineer

Jamie Sevigny is a Management Engineer for the Canadian Space Agency.

Astronauts Anne McClain and David Saint-Jacques

Space Videos

Carl Dixon

Job Title

Naval Communicator

Carl Dixon is a Naval Communicator for the Canadian Armed Forces.

Keven Bruce

Job Title

Tactical Weather Specialist

Kevin Bruce is a Tactical Weather Specialist for the Canadian Armed Forces.

Hubert Tong

Job Title

Deputy Fleet Technical Officer, Canadian Fleet Atlantic

Hubert Tong is the Deputy Fleet Technical Officer, Canadian Fleet Atlantic for the Royal Canadian Navy.

Alexis Dorais

Job Title

Remote Sensing Analyst

Alexis Dorais is a Remote Sensing Analyst for Enfotec Technical Services Inc.

Space Junk

Litter isn't just a problem on Earth. When litter ends up in space, it can cause collisions and other consequences for satellites, the International Space Station and even for people on Earth!