What Started it all
What was Canada’s first astronomical observatory called?
The Frederick Observatory
What was the name of Canada’s first satellite?
Alouette 1
Who was the first Canadian in space?
Marc Garneau
What is the name of Canada’s first robotic arm used in space?
Canadarm (Canadarm1)
In what year was the Frederick Observatory established?
1851
In what year was Alouette 1 launched?
1962
Who was the first Canadian woman to fly in space?
Roberta Bondar
Which Canadian robot is used to perform delicate repairs outside the ISS?
Dextre
Where was the Frederick Observatory located?
At the University of New Brunswick
What part of Earth’s atmosphere did Alouette 1 study?
The ionosphere
Which Canadian astronaut became famous for videos and music on the ISS?
Chris Hadfield
In what year was Canadarm2 installed on the International Space Station?
2001
Why is the Frederick Observatory important to Canadian space history?
It showed early interest in astronomy and space science
Why was Alouette 1 an important achievement for Canada?
It made Canada the third country to design and build its own satellite
What important role do Canadian astronauts often perform on the ISS?
Operating Canadarm2 and Dextre
How does Dextre improve astronaut safety?
It reduces the need for dangerous spacewalks
How did early astronomy help lead to Canada’s future space achievements?
It encouraged scientific research and the development of space technology
What is the purpose of the Mobile Base System on the ISS?
It allows Canadarm2 and Dextre to move along the space station
Name 3 of the 6 first Canadian astronauts
Marc Garneau, Roberta Bondar, Steve Maclean, Robert Thirsk, Bjarni Tryggvason, and Ken Money.
Name the three main Canadian robotic systems that work together on the ISS.
Canadarm2, Dextre, and the Mobile Base System