Canadian Space Leaders Convene to Address National Launch Capability Gap
TL;DR
Dr. Milburn's keynote at CSLC highlights Canada's aerospace manufacturing advantage, positioning it for global competitiveness.
Dr. Milburn's talk at CSLC emphasizes using Canada's manufacturing excellence to build a self-reliant space launch capability.
CSLC aims to secure Canada's access to space, fostering innovation, job creation, and economic growth for a better future.
CSLC features lightning talks, strategic updates, and key innovators, offering a dynamic platform for space enthusiasts and industry players.
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Canadian aerospace and technology leaders are preparing to tackle a critical national challenge: establishing sovereign space launch capabilities. The inaugural Canadian Space Launch Conference in Ottawa will convene experts from government, military, industry, and academia to strategize Canada's path to becoming a spacefaring nation. Dr. Doug Milburn, Co-Founder and Chairman of Protocase and ProtoSpace Mfg., will deliver a lightning talk titled "Canada's Aerospace Manufacturing Advantage - Making the Impossible, Possible" at the conference, underscoring the urgent need for Canada to develop independent space launch infrastructure.
Currently, Canada remains the only G7 and Five Eyes nation without autonomous launch capabilities, creating significant strategic and economic vulnerabilities. This gap becomes increasingly critical as the global space economy is projected to exceed $1 trillion by 2040. The conference aims to transform this potential disadvantage into an opportunity for national leadership and technological sovereignty. The collaborative approach emphasizes the multidisciplinary effort required to establish a robust national space sector, with participation spanning defense, commercial development, and regulatory frameworks.
The event features high-profile speakers including an opening keynote by Brigadier-General Christopher Horner, Commander of 3 Canadian Space Division, and a closing address by Brian Gallant, CEO of Space Canada. Conference sponsors, including ProtoSpace Mfg., Galaxia, and Spaceport Canada, represent a coalition committed to advancing Canada's space capabilities. Panels will explore critical themes such as defense, security, commercial space development, and regulatory readiness, addressing the comprehensive infrastructure needed for sovereign space operations.
Dr. Milburn emphasized the time-sensitive nature of this opportunity, noting that sovereign launch capabilities can bring substantial benefits including enhanced national security, job creation, technological independence, and economic development. The conference represents a pivotal moment for Canada to transition from a passive observer to an active leader in the global space economy. This strategic pivot positions Canada to potentially reshape its technological and economic trajectory through strategic investment in space infrastructure and innovation, ensuring the nation doesn't miss the rapidly expanding opportunities in the new space economy.
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