Meet the Irish Delegation
06.11.2025
Switzerland Aerospace Technology @ Space Tech Expo Europe
07.11.2025
A Trusted Partner in Space Innovation
With more than 60 years of space-faring history beginning with the launch of Canada’s first satellite in 1962, Canada has established itself as a solid partner in international space missions. Canada’s reputation is built on delivering precise, high-quality, advanced technologies, including robotics systems used on the ISS, and for engaging in long-term collaborations with major space agencies such as ESA and NASA.
By the Numbers
| 200+ companies | 10,000+ Employees | $5B CAD Total Revenues | $2.5B CAD to Canada’s GDP |
Areas of Expertise
- Earth Obervation: climate and environmental monitoring, hyperspectral and greenhouse-gas detection
- Robotics & On-Orbit Servicing: World leader in space robotics (Canadarm, SPIDER, LEMUR technologies)
- Satellite Communications: Advanced LEO constellations and secure data
- AI & Data Analytics: Machine learning, SSA, and autonomy
- Optics & Sensors: Precision payloads and high-performance instruments
- Space Exploration and Science: Lunar Gateway robotics, planetary science, CubeSat research, Canadian astronauts
Government & Institutional Support
Global Affairs Canada Trade Commissioner Service (GAC-TCS): connects global partners with Canadian suppliers
Canadian Space Agency (CSA): Oversees missions and international partnerships
National Research Council (NRC): R&D
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED): supports commercialization and growth
Why Partner with Canada
- Participation in flagship international missions (ISS, Artemis, Lunar Gateway)
- Solid regulatory framework & commitment to peaceful, sustainable space use
- Strong talent base in specialized fields
- Committed to using space-based technologies for sustainability, climate resilience, disaster management, and resource management
- Established tradition of international collaboration and co-development of space technologies and data applications
Delegation Overview & Contact Details
For a full overview of all participating Canadian organisations — with contact information included — please check the Canadian Delegation Booklet:
If you would like to get in touch with the Canadian delegation lead, please contact:
Rebecca Braun
Vice-Consul and Trade Commissioner
Consulate of Canada in Düsseldorf
Email: Rebecca.Braun@international.gc.ca
