H.R. MacMillan Space Centre

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  • The 40th Anniversary of Canada’s First Astronauts

    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 were selected? This month marks the 40th anniversary of the first-ever team of Canadian astronauts, so we’re looking back at who the first Canadian astronauts were, how they were chosen, and the legacy they left for future astronauts in Canada.…

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    December 4, 2023
    Space Exploration
    astronauts
  • James Webb – The Early Universe

    James Webb – The Early Universe

    James Web Space Telescope – The Early Universe Hi, I’m Marley, the astronomer here at the Space Centre. To end off this year, we are going to take one last look at the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). So far, we have explored stars, other worlds, and galaxies. This month, I thought we could take…

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    November 27, 2023
    Space Exploration
    james webb, telescope
  • Over 40 Years at the Space Centre

    Over 40 Years at the Space Centre

    STAFF SPOTLIGHT: OVER 40 YEARS AT THE SPACE CENTRE If you’ve ever visited the HR MacMillan Space Centre, then chances are you’ve interacted with some of our incredible staff. These dedicated people make it possible to create amazing experiences for our visitors year after year. We spoke to two of our longest-serving staff members to…

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    November 23, 2023
    From Our Perspective on Earth
    planetarium, staff
  • Humans in Space

    Humans in Space

    Humans in Space Hi, I’m Marley the astronomer here at the Space Centre. This month we are focusing on humans in space! With space agencies around the world developing their own space stations, and some looking at sending people to the Moon and beyond, the health and wellbeing of these astronauts is extremely important. The…

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    November 1, 2023
    Space Exploration
    astronauts, humans in space
  • Celebrating 55 Years

    Celebrating 55 Years

    Celebrating 55 Years of Bringing Impactful Space Science to British Columbia and Beyond As a not-for-profit organization with a mission to create an accessible environment where all members of the community can come together and learn about space science, we are delighted to be celebrating a significant milestone. This month marks the 55th anniversary of…

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    October 20, 2023
    From Our Perspective on Earth
    anniversary
  • Sounds in Space

    Sounds in Space

    The one thing that people always mention to me as being scary is the sound of a pretty terrifying object: a black hole.

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    October 3, 2023
    Cutting Edge Discoveries
    black holes, sound
  • Fall Equinox 2023

    Fall Equinox 2023

    Find out when the fall equinox 2023 is, what it means, and how it’s related to the Harvest Moon.

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    September 21, 2023
    From Our Perspective on Earth
    fall equinox, harvest moon
  • Stellar Lifecycles

    Stellar Lifecycles

    Being an infrared telescope, the James Webb is able to see through clouds of dust where newborn stars and planetary systems hide.

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    September 6, 2023
    Space Exploration
    stars, supernova
  • The Perseids Meteor Shower 2023

    The Perseids Meteor Shower 2023

    It’s an exciting time of year for stargazing and space enthusiasts as the annual Perseids meteor shower is set to put on a dazzling display in August.

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    August 11, 2023
    From Our Perspective on Earth
    meteor shower, perseids
  • Celebrating Tanabata 2023

    Celebrating Tanabata 2023

    One of the best parts about being based in Vancouver is the opportunity to celebrate diverse cultural events. Maybe you’ve heard about Tanabata, the Japanese festival that is currently being celebrated in Japan and other places around the world. Find out what Tanabata is, the story behind it, and how to celebrate Tanabata 2023 in…

    HR MacMillan Space Centre

    July 27, 2023
    What’s New
    star festival, tanabata
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