Research will determine new ways to monitor and better predict the potential risk of natural disasters
July 31, 2015 - Richmond, British Columbia
Canada is a vast country with unique weather patterns that create challenges for communities from coast-to-coast-to-coast. Today the Honorable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, P.C., Q.C., MP for Delta—Richmond East and Minister of National Revenue announced that six Canadian companies will partner with German companies to undertake research to better understand environmental conditions so that Canadians can be better prepared for major events such as droughts and forest fires.
The Canadian Space Agency is providing a total of $1.6 million in funding as part of this announcement. Each Canadian company will receive approximately $300,000 over two years. This announcement will leverage at minimum an additional $575,000 in private sector investment.
This initiative supports Canada's Space Policy Framework by positioning the private sector at the forefront of cutting-edge research and international partnerships. By leveraging international partnerships, Canada is creating opportunities for companies to explore new opportunities that will help create jobs and grow the Canadian economy.
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