Today, the Right Honourable Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, spoke with Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen during a live space-to-Earth connection.
During their conversation, Prime Minister Carney highlighted the significance of Canada's role in human space exploration and reaffirmed the Government of Canada's commitment to science, innovation, and international collaboration. He noted that missions like Artemis II demonstrate what Canadians can achieve through perseverance, teamwork, and a shared commitment to excellence.
The Prime Minister praised Colonel Hansen for embodying the values Canadians hold dear, including discipline, humility, and hard work. He emphasized that seeing a Canadian astronaut represent the country on the world stage, and in space, is a source of deep national pride and a powerful reminder of Canada's contributions to global exploration.
Prime Minister Carney also reflected on the impact of space exploration in inspiring the next generation, noting that moments like this encourage young Canadians to pursue their interest in science and technology, and to imagine their own role in shaping the future.
