Andrew Yee[_1_]
November 7th 07, 04:07 PM
Canadian Space Agency
Longueuil, Quebec
For information:
Media Relations
Canadian Space Agency
Telephone: 450-926-4370
October 25, 2007
RADARSAT-2: safeguarding Canada's sovereignty in the Arctic
Ottawa, Ontario -- The Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of Industry and
Minister responsible for the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), today visited the
Canadian Space Agency David Florida Laboratory, in Ottawa, to view the next
generation commercial satellite, RADARSAT-2, which is scheduled to be
launched on December 8, 2007 from Baikonur, Kazakhstan.
Minister Prentice emphasized that this new satellite represents powerful
state-of-the-art technology that will enhance Canada's ability to protect
Canadian sovereignty in the Far North, in keeping with the Arctic strategy
outlined in the Speech from the Throne.
"This satellite will help us vigorously protect our Arctic sovereignty as
international interest in the region increases," said Minister Prentice. "It
will also ensure the continuity of data services for government departments
and a growing number of commercial clients in more than 60 countries
worldwide."
RADARSAT-2 is the product of a unique public-private sector partnership.
This partnership is leveraging Canada's renowned leadership in the
development, operation and marketing of advanced and highly specialized
remote-sensing technologies and applications.
"RADARSAT-2 will also provide improved surveillance and monitoring
capabilities that will provide critical data for the active management of
natural resources and monitoring of the environment. In the event of a
disaster, RADARSAT-2 will be an indispensable tool to provide rescue and
humanitarian aid to those most in need," said Minister Prentice.
About the Canadian Space Agency
Established in 1989, the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) coordinates all civil,
space-related policies and programs on behalf of the Government of Canada.
CSA directs its resources and activities through four key thrusts: Earth
Observation, Space Science and Exploration, Satellite Communications, and
Space Awareness and Learning. By leveraging international cooperation, the
CSA generates world-class scientific research and industrial development for
the benefit of humanity.
For more details about the satellite Radarsat-2, visit:
http://www.space.gc.ca/asc/eng/satellites/radarsat2/default.asp
RADARSAT-2 Brochure: A New Satellite, a New Vision. (PDF Document, 1.8MB)
http://www.space.gc.ca/asc/pdf/Brochure_Radarsat-2_e.pdf
Longueuil, Quebec
For information:
Media Relations
Canadian Space Agency
Telephone: 450-926-4370
October 25, 2007
RADARSAT-2: safeguarding Canada's sovereignty in the Arctic
Ottawa, Ontario -- The Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of Industry and
Minister responsible for the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), today visited the
Canadian Space Agency David Florida Laboratory, in Ottawa, to view the next
generation commercial satellite, RADARSAT-2, which is scheduled to be
launched on December 8, 2007 from Baikonur, Kazakhstan.
Minister Prentice emphasized that this new satellite represents powerful
state-of-the-art technology that will enhance Canada's ability to protect
Canadian sovereignty in the Far North, in keeping with the Arctic strategy
outlined in the Speech from the Throne.
"This satellite will help us vigorously protect our Arctic sovereignty as
international interest in the region increases," said Minister Prentice. "It
will also ensure the continuity of data services for government departments
and a growing number of commercial clients in more than 60 countries
worldwide."
RADARSAT-2 is the product of a unique public-private sector partnership.
This partnership is leveraging Canada's renowned leadership in the
development, operation and marketing of advanced and highly specialized
remote-sensing technologies and applications.
"RADARSAT-2 will also provide improved surveillance and monitoring
capabilities that will provide critical data for the active management of
natural resources and monitoring of the environment. In the event of a
disaster, RADARSAT-2 will be an indispensable tool to provide rescue and
humanitarian aid to those most in need," said Minister Prentice.
About the Canadian Space Agency
Established in 1989, the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) coordinates all civil,
space-related policies and programs on behalf of the Government of Canada.
CSA directs its resources and activities through four key thrusts: Earth
Observation, Space Science and Exploration, Satellite Communications, and
Space Awareness and Learning. By leveraging international cooperation, the
CSA generates world-class scientific research and industrial development for
the benefit of humanity.
For more details about the satellite Radarsat-2, visit:
http://www.space.gc.ca/asc/eng/satellites/radarsat2/default.asp
RADARSAT-2 Brochure: A New Satellite, a New Vision. (PDF Document, 1.8MB)
http://www.space.gc.ca/asc/pdf/Brochure_Radarsat-2_e.pdf