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Jeremy Hansen is leaving the Canadian Space Agency, but Canada will still support NASA’s return to the moon

On July 6, 2026, just a few days after helping Canada celebrate its national day, Canadian astronaut and icon Jeremy Hansen announced his retirement from the Canadian Space Agency.

The Conversation · Jul 13

Artemis 2's Jeremy Hansen stepping down from active astronaut duty after epic moon mission

The Canadian Space Agency's Jeremy Hansen will step back from active astronaut service in September for a new role.

Space · Jul 7

'I heard gasps' and 'oh my God': Artemis II astronauts reveal inside story of their mind-bending solar eclipse

In their first visit to Canada since returning to Earth, the Artemis II astronauts opened up about the moments that blew their minds — and brought them to tears.

LiveScience · May 15

Artemis 2 astronauts simulated a day in the life on their moon mission. Here's what they learned (exclusive)

How do you get ready for flying to the moon? The Artemis 2 astronauts practiced a day in space ahead of their historic liftoff in 2025 to see what living in the Orion spacecraft is like.

Space · May 15, 2024

What delays to the Artemis II and III missions mean for Canada

On Jan. 9, NASA announced it would be shifting the launch of Artemis II to September 2025. Artemis III — the first mission to land humans on the surface of the moon since 1972 — was moved to September 2026.

The Conversation · Jan 12, 2024

Will Artemis 2 launch to the moon in 2024? NASA has a lot of work ahead

NASA's Artemis 2 moon mission took some important strides toward launch this year, but it's unclear if the ambitious effort will get off the ground as planned in late 2024.

Space · Dec 26, 2023

What 8,000 hours flying military jets taught 2 Canadian astronauts

With 8,000 hours of flying experience between them, Cols. Jeremy Hansen and Joshua Kutryk credit the Royal Canadian Air Force for getting them ready for Canadian Space Agency missions.

Space · Dec 12, 2023

Canada soars into space with new moon and ISS astronaut missions

Canada sent its first astronaut to space in 1984. Nearly 40 years later, the Canadian Space Agency is riding a surge of funding, propelling astronauts to the moon and the ISS alongside major space projects.

Space · Nov 28, 2023

A guide to the Canadian Space Agency: Key missions, achievements, and future plans

Discover everything you need to know about the Canadian Space Agency, including its missions, achievements, and role in space exploration.

Space · Apr 26, 2018