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Canada
Aviation and Space Museum Officially
Launched
Ottawa: The Canada Aviation and
Space Museum hosted Canadian Astronaut, Dr. Robert
Thirsk today, as he enthralled over 300 local
school children with a special presentation about
his recent space mission. This occasion marked the
first event hosted at the Museum under its new
name: the Canada Aviation and Space Museum. This
initiative is the result of a dynamic new
partnership between the Canada Science and
Technology Museums Corporation (CSTMC) and the
Canadian Space Agency (CSA).
"As one of Canada's national
cultural institutions, we are pleased to announce
this partnership with the CSA that will generate
dialogue and engagement for visitors of all ages,"
said Denise Amyot, President and CEO of the Canada
Science and Technology Museum Corporation.
Local students experienced a
video presentation by Dr. Thirsk, a chance to
become special reporters for the Museum's Canadians
in Space special-edition newspaper, and fun crafts
and aerospace activities. The Canada Aviation and
Space Museum also unveiled the first phase of its
From Air to Space exhibition, featuring a select
assortment of Space-related artifacts.
"After a six-month
spaceflight on the International Space Station,"
said Dr. Thirsk before taking the stage, "I am
delighted to be speaking at the Aviation and Space
Museum today where we are also celebrating the
Museum's expanded mandate and commitment to
showcasing Canada's accomplishments in space. While
onboard the International Space Station, I had
opportunities for personal reflection and I am
convinced that exploration, innovation and advanced
education are important values for our nation to
uphold.''
"Today was a fitting way to
launch the new Canada Aviation and Space Museum,"
noted Stephen Quick, Director General of the Canada
Aviation and Space Museum. "It was an honour to
have one of Canada's finest astronauts with us on
this special day, and it was clear that the
students were having the time of their lives."
Dr. Thirsk became the first
Canadian astronaut to fly a long duration
expedition mission aboard the International Space
Station where he lived and worked in space for 188
days. From May to December 2009, Dr. Thirsk served
as a member of Expedition 20/21 and assumed
responsibilities for the maintenance and repair of
the ISS, while conducting experiments on behalf of
Canadian and international researchers.
The Canada Aviation Museum has
changed! Now the Canada Aviation and Space Museum,
learn all about the wonder of flight, from the
Silver Dart to the International Space Station. It
is one of three museums of the Canada Science and
Technology Museums Corporation and is located at
the intersection of the Aviation and Rockcliffe
Parkways, just ten minutes from Parliament Hill.
See the Museum's website for hours of operation and
membership details.
General information:
613-993-2010 or 1-800-463-2038 or aviation.technomuses.ca
Media Contact: Elizabeth
Millaire
613-991-3834
emillaire@technomuses.ca
 
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performing daring deeds of rescue. Several of this
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