Canada's first satellite in space commemorated as historic event

OTTAWA – Canada’s first satellite in space was recognized as a national historic event Wednesday at a ceremony in Ottawa.Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities John Baird paid tribute to the then Defence Research Telecommunications Establishment (DRTE) who was responsible for the design, deployment and global scientific success of the Alouette 1 Satellite Programme.“The creation of the Alouette 1 Satellite Programme was the beginning of Canada’s hugely successful space programme,” said Minister Baird, in a statement. “I am pleased to commemorate the national importance of this outstanding historical event.”The United States asked its allies to participate in its space program...