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Title:

Support of JWST Science Operations

Agreement Number:

22EXPJWST

Agreement Value:

$1,565,543.00

Agreement Date:

Feb 9, 2023 - Mar 31, 2027

Description:

This contribution agreement allows a team of scientists based at Université de Montréal to continue its involvement with JWST scientific operations by supporting the Canadian scientific community in the use of JWST, the analysis of its data, as well as in the communications activities related to scientific outreach.

Organization:

Canadian Space Agency

Expected Results:

The Research component of the program provides financial support to organizations to conduct space related research
and development in priority areas. It will support targeted knowledge development and innovation to sustain and enhance the Canadian capacity to use space to address national needs and priorities in the
future.

Location:

Montreal, Quebec, CA H3T 1P1

Reference Number:

003-2022-2023-Q4-00002

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Amendment Date

Feb 9, 2023

Recipient's Legal Name:

University of Montreal

Program:

Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology

Program Purpose:

This program supports knowledge development and innovation in the CSA's priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities.

The Awareness and Learning Component aims to provide learning opportunities to Canadian students in various space-related disciplines; to support the operations of organizations dedicated to space research and education; and to increase awareness of Canadian space science and technology among Canadian students and their participation in related activities.

Amendments:

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