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Canadian Astronauts

Learn more about Canadian astronauts with biographies and information on their space missions, and find out how to get involved in the Canadian space program.
  1. Roberta Bondar (6)
  2. Marc Garneau (7)
  3. Chris Hadfield (6)
  4. Steve MacLean (3)
  5. Julie Payette (5)
  6. Bob Thirsk (7)
  7. Bjarni Tryggvason (5)
  8. Dave Williams (6)

Bob Thirsk Comes Down to Earth

Canadian astronaut Bob Thirsk lands in Kazakhstan after spending 189 days in space.

Dave Williams Sets Canadian Records in Space

Canadian astronaut Dave Williams sets the Canadian record for space walks and time outside in space.

Canadian Chris Hadfield Walks in Space

Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield became the first Canadian to walk in space when he delivered Canadarm 2 to the International Space Station.

Marc Garneau - Third Space Mission

Marc Garneau on his third space mission uses an advanced Canadarm to install solar panels on the International Space Station.

First Canadian Astrounauts - Video Clip

CBC story announcing the first six Canadian astronauts selecteed out of 4000 applicants in 1983.

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