Science and Research

The committee considered a motion from Tony Baldinelli to recognize and commend the Artemis II mission, which successfully returned to Earth on March 20, 2026. Members from all parties spoke in support of the motion, highlighting the mission as a historic milestone in space exploration and scientific collaboration. They congratulated the Canadian Space Agency, NASA, and the crew—including Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen—and noted the mission’s demonstration of international partnership and Canada’s leadership in space science and research.

No minister or departmental officials appeared before the committee. The committee did not vote on or amend the motion during this meeting; it was debated but left unresolved. No bill number was cited in the transcript.