Canadian Space Agency Astronaut David Saint-Jacques Visits Saskatoon
Media Advisory
February 9, 2016 - Longueuil, Quebec
On February 9 and 10, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut David Saint-Jacques will meet with Saskatoon elementary, high school and university students, as well as the public in various locations around the city. David will take the audience on the challenging yet inspirational journey that led him to becoming a Canadian astronaut. He will discuss his training and work, life on the International Space Station, Canadian robotics, and will share his insights on space exploration. Additionally, David will meet with several members of the space industry and academic partners for briefings on their projects and initiatives.
The media are invited to attend the following events:
| Time | What | Who | Audience | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (CT) |
Presentation at École canadienne française de Saskatoon* |
David Saint-Jacques, CSA astronaut |
100 students from grades 6 through 11 |
École canadienne française de Saskatoon |
| 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. (CT) |
Presentation to students from eight community schools in collaboration with the University of Saskatchewan's College of Arts and Science |
David Saint-Jacques, CSA astronaut |
Over 300 students from grades 6 through 8 |
Arts 241 (Neatby Timlin Theatre) |
| 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CT) |
Public presentation hosted by the University of Saskatchewan Space Design Team |
David Saint-Jacques, CSA astronaut |
300 university students and the public |
University of Saskatchewan, Grad Students Association (GSA) Commons, Emmanuel & St. Chad |
| Time | What | Who | Audience | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. (CT) |
Presentation to students in collaboration with Let's Talk Science |
David Saint-Jacques, CSA astronaut |
Approximately 400 students from grades 3 through 8 |
Silverspring Elementary School |
| 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (CT) |
Presentation to First Nations University and Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology (SIIT) students |
David Saint-Jacques, CSA astronaut |
100 students |
Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology |
*Please note this presentation will take place in French
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