Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Back to the Moon

Agreement Number:

23STEMG09

Agreement Value:

$50,000.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 30, 2023 - Mar 31, 2024

Description:

The H.R. MacMillan Space Centre will develop Back to the Moon – a program that highlights moon exploration and Canadian scientific contributions to astronomy and space exploration. Goals of the program include providing youth, families, and educators hands-on experiences and engagement with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through the context of space science. Back to the Moon will reach out to underserved and underrepresented youth and families through accessible and inclusive educational programs. It will also connect youth and educators with examples of diverse scientists in the space sector.

Organization:

Canadian Space Agency

Expected Results:

The Space Awareness element of the program provides financial support for initiatives designed to increase awareness and participation of Canadian youth and educators in the Canadian Space Program.

Location:

Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6J 3J9

Reference Number:

003-2022-2023-Q4-00060

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

H.R. MacMillan Space Centre Society

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.