Defence-Industry.Eu Canada Enhances Military Space Launch and Arctic Communications Capabilities
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- •Canada signed a C$20 million agreement with NordSpace for military space launches.
- •Kepler Communications received C$4.7 million to develop laser communication links for Arctic satellites.
- •Canada joined NATO's STARLIFT initiative to improve collaborative space launch capabilities.
On October 21, 2026, Canada announced a C$20 million agreement with NordSpace to enhance its military space launch capabilities at the Atlantic Spaceport Complex in Newfoundland and Labrador. This agreement complements a previous 10-year deal with Maritime Launch Services. The government emphasized that independent launch access is crucial for maintaining satellite services amid geopolitical tensions. Additionally, a C$4.7 million contract was awarded to Kepler Communications to develop laser-based communication links for satellites, aimed at improving Arctic communications. This initiative is part of the C$17.9 million Gateway to the Stars challenge, which seeks to bolster satellite connectivity in remote regions. Canada also joined NATO's STARLIFT initiative to enhance collaborative launch capabilities among allies. The total value of space-related contracts announced this year exceeds C$3 billion, supporting approximately 3,000 jobs annually.
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