Moon exploration
Countries from around the world are getting ready to send humans farther into our solar system, beyond the International Space Station. Nearly 400,000 km away from our planet, the Moon represents a crucial stepping stone in humanity's quest to travel onwards to Mars.
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Canada's role in Moon exploration
Canada is participating in major lunar exploration initiatives.
Canadarm3
Gateway's robotic system will work autonomously.
The Artemis program
Canadian astronauts will be part of historic missions to the Moon.
Gateway
Gateway is the next major international collaboration in human space exploration.
Lunar Exploration Accelerator Program
LEAP provides a wide range of opportunities for Canadian lunar science and technology activities.
Canadian utility rover
Canada will provide a versatile utility rover as part of its contribution to the Artemis program.
Canadian lunar rover
A Canadian rover will help search for water ice on the Moon.
Consulting with Canadians
The Government of Canada received views from Canadians regarding a framework for future space exploration activities.
The future of space exploration: beyond the International Space Station
Crews travelling farther from Earth will require more independence and autonomy.
Information kit
News releases, backgrounder, images and videos.
News
What's new in Moon exploration.
Multimedia
Photos, videos, infographics and playlists.
Speakers' kit
Presentation, virtual background, infographics and FAQ on Canada's role in Moon exploration.
Building on a lunar legacy: Canadian astronauts look towards a new chapter of Moon exploration
Fifty years ago, Canadian expertise made humanity's first steps on the Moon possible. Now, Canadian astronauts reflect on that incredible lunar legacy, and look ahead to a future when Canadian astronauts could one day participate in a Moon mission. (Credits: Canadian Space Agency, NASA, Héroux-Devtek)