Telesat welcomes new report that promotes homegrown space sector

OTTAWA – Telesat is applauding a new report recommending that Canada’s new space strategy support, promote and prioritize the Canadian space sector.The report, Consultations on Canada’s Future in Space: What We Heard, was prepared by the Space Advisory Board and identifies the following six issues for the federal government to consider as it develops a new space strategy:- designating the space sector as a national strategic asset that's essential for Canada's sovereignty, security and economic growth;- strengthening the capacity of Canada's space sector to compete globally;- adopting new policies and regulations to capitalize on the development of new space technologies;- maintaining well-balanced...