The Canadian government has introduced a bill to create its own space launch capabilities and reduce dependence on the United States. This was reported by Bloomberg, writes UNN.
Details
The document provides for the regulation of launches and returns of objects to space from the territory of Canada, and also grants the government appropriate control powers.
Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon said that Canada is currently dependent on other countries for satellite launches.
Currently, we have to rely on foreign countries, most often the United States, to put Canadian satellites into orbit.
According to him, this leads to a loss of investment and creates risks for critical infrastructure.
Government plans
The budget provides for C$183 million for the creation of launch facilities. A 10-year agreement worth C$200 million has also been signed for the use of a private spaceport in Nova Scotia.
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The first launches from Canadian territory are expected to take place within two to three years.
Canada remains the only G7 country without its own rocket launch capabilities. Currently, for example, Telesat uses SpaceX services to put satellites into orbit.
Analysts estimate that the Canadian space industry could grow to C$40 billion by 2040.
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