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The Space Economy in Figures

Responding to Global Challenges

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Efforts to respond to global challenges have greatly benefited from space technologies that are more advanced, perform more efficiently and are operating at greater scale than ever before. But as the challenges facing society grow and intensify, questions arise as to whether the space sector can continue to deliver on its promise. Reaping the full benefits of what space activities have to offer will require substantial and targeted government action. Key priorities include maintaining the continuity and quality of government civilian missions, levelling the playing field for private actors entering the market, and securing the orbital environment for future generations. This edition of the Space Economy in Figures delves into these topics, drawing from both established and novel economic and policy data sources.

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Canada

Canada counts among the most experienced space nations with its first satellite launched in 1962, and continues to demonstrate excellence in several space domains, including earth observation, space robotics and satellite communications. The country has sent nine astronauts to space under US programmes, with a tenth astronaut participating in Artemis 2, scheduled for 2024, the first crewed mission to the Moon since 1972. Canada is a trusted partner in international space exploration programmes with participations in the International Space Station and the US-led Lunar Gateway program.

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