Optical Telescopes
Learn about the history of telescopes and the function of refracting and reflecting optical telescopes.
Seeing the Universe with the James Webb Telescope
Learn about the James Webb telescope and Canada’s role in the mission.
Katie Mack (she/her)
Hawking Chair in Cosmology and Science Communication
I study of the fundamental physics of the universe.
How could you build a refracting telescope using water as the lenses?
Build your own refracting telescope using glasses of water as the lenses.
Julie Hlavacek-Larrondo (she/her)
Astrophysicist and Associate professor
I study black holes, which I think are the most fascinating objects in the Universe!
Let's Talk Space Exploration Resources
Discover a set of resources to develop background knowledge on the topic of space exploration.
Steve Lawrence
Sales Manager
As sales manager for Eos Positioning in Canada, I work with the Sales Reps, Marketing and Production.
Hayleigh Conway (she/her)
Geomatics Technician
I make maps that help answer questions about the health of the environment in the Western Arctic.
Chris Derksen (he/his)
Climate Scientist
I use satellite data and climate models to understand how climate change is impacting snow and ice across Canada.
Max Salman
PH.D. Student / Affiliate Researcher
I ask questions to things that don’t have answers yet.
The Math Behind GPS
Learn about the history and math behind the Global Positioning System.
7 ways Satellites Help Fight Climate Change
Discover 7 ways satellite Earth observation helps fight climate change.
Telescopes and Astronomy
Visible light is only part of what astronomers study. They use different types of telescopes to study the entire electromagnetic spectrum.
Jamie Sevigny
Management Engineer
Jamie Sevigny is a Management Engineer for the Canadian Space Agency.