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Here, we share the latest news on space exploration, highlight groundbreaking missions, and dive into the science that fuels our curiosity about the cosmos. You’ll also find behind-the-scenes stories from the Space Centre, sneak peeks of upcoming events, and features that celebrate the people, technology, and ideas that make space exploration possible. Whether you’re a lifelong space enthusiast, a student with big questions, or simply curious about the universe around us, our blog is designed to spark wonder, inspire discovery, and bring the excitement of space closer to home.
Cosmic Creators: The Styrogirls and the Art of Imagination
What do Star Wars, scavenger hunts, and giant foam creatures have in common? The Styrogirls, of […]
Cosmic Night: (Super) Novas (19+)
Cosmic Night: (Super) Novas (19+) Recap!
BRIGHT LIGHTS: A Space Drag Extravaganza!
BRIGHT LIGHTS: A SPACE DRAG EXTRAVAGANZA! What an incredible night it was at the H.R. […]
Understanding Spectra
Understanding SpectraJuly, 2024Hi, I’m Marley, the Astronomer here at the Space Centre. In September, we […]
From the Outer Rim to Our Dome: 'May the Fourth' at the Space Centre
Relive the excitement of the Space Centre’s ‘May the Fourth Be With You’ event with […]
Eclipses and Exoplanets
Discover how exoplanets are related to an event that captured the attention of people on […]
Space Exploration
Learn how space exploration can have direct impacts on human life on Earth.
Space Centre Names New Director
The H.R. MacMillan Space Centre Society is excited to announce that Lorraine Lowe will be […]
Magnetism
MAGNETISMHappy New Year! I’m Marley, the astronomer here at the Space Centre. For January and […]
The 40th Anniversary of Canada’s First Astronauts
THE 40th ANNIVERSARY OF CANADA'S FIRST ASTRONAUTS Have you wondered when Canada’s very first astronauts […]