York University

$50,000.00 CAD

≈ 8 months of average Canadian pay

Department: Canadian Space Agency
Program: Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Recipient country: Canada
Fiscal year: 2026-2027
Agreement period: April 28, 2026 – April 30, 2027
Reference: csa-asc:003-2026-2027-Q1-00053

Published purpose

This project aims to increase equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in Canada’s space sector by recruiting, training, and retaining women, racialized individuals, and persons with disabilities through hands-on space robotics and human spaceflight programs. It combines technical training, mentorship, outreach activities, hackathons, and career development events to build a more diverse and highly qualified space workforce.

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