About the FAST funding initiative

Funding to support space research

The Canadian Space Agency's (CSA) Flights and Fieldwork for the Advancement of Science and Technology (FAST) funding initiative supports space research in Canadian post-secondary institutions. FAST grants enable students (college, undergraduate and graduate) and young researchers (post-doctoral fellows) to gain hands-on experience in space-like missions, and support the development of space science and technologies.

Objectives

• Develop and maintain the expertise of the next generation of space researchers and other professionals in space-related fields in Canada
• Provide students with opportunities to participate in hands-on activities to gain knowledge and acquire the skills sought by employers in the space sector
• Increase scientific knowledge
• Develop new technologies

Funding

A maximum of $300,000 can be awarded per project, depending on the Announcement of Opportunity (AO) and funding categories. The funds usually cover a period of up to three years.

Eligibility

Canadian post-secondary institutions (colleges and universities).

Projects

Since 2010, FAST has invested over $29.5M to support 118 projects led by 29 Canadian universities involving over 950 students and young researchers.

Contact

Should you have any questions regarding the FAST funding initiative, contact us at stedia-dstemu@asc-csa.gc.ca.

Explore further

• Grants awarded under the FAST funding initiative
• Funding programs and opportunities
• Resources for the scientific community