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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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Fall Equinox 2023
Find out when the fall equinox 2023 is, what it means, and how it’s related to the Harvest Moon.
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Stellar Lifecycles
Being an infrared telescope, the James Webb is able to see through clouds of dust where newborn stars and planetary systems hide.
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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.
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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…