The Canadian Space Agency allocates
80% of its budget to seek out opportunities for Canadian space industries.
The Canadian Space Agency is proud to contribute to the growth of a strong,
dynamic Canadian economy and aspires to help Canadians take advantage of
space. The space sector is strategic to the development of our
knowledge-based economy as it stimulates R&D, fosters the development of
advanced technologies, and creates fulfilling high-quality work for
Canadians.

EARTH OBSERVATION APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (EOADP)

The Earth Observation Application Development Program was designed as a
single-window channel to support industry initiatives focused on the
development of Earth Observation (EO) applications. EOADP supports the
development of innovative applications using data generated by Canadian
supported missions.

The Request for Proposal (RFP) for this Program closes on April 17, 2003.
The next Program RFP should be posted in the fall. For more information,
visit:
/asc/eng/csa_sectors/technology/development/
industry/programs/eoadp/eoadp.asp.

TECHNOLOGY DIFFUSION PROGRAM (TDP)

The Technology Diffusion Program promotes the use of space technologies
for non-space products and services. TDP will assist Canadian industries in
developing a credible business plan to develop, market and produce products
and service.

A Program RFP is currently posted until April 23, 2003. For more
information, visit:
/asc/eng/csa_sectors/technology/development/
industry/programs/tdp.asp.

SPACE TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (STDP)

The Space Technology Development Program (STDP) looks for promising
technologies that have a significant potential for having an impact on
the Canadian Space Program as well as new innovative technologies and
concepts for future space missions. The Program is developed under five
program elements: New Mission Concepts; Innovative Technologies and
Concepts; Technologies for Future Canadian Space Missions; Technologies
for the Enhancement of Industrial Competitiveness; and, Space Technology
Flight Demonstration.

STDP’s current RFP posting period has been extended until May 5, 2003.
For more information, visit:
/asc/eng/csa_sectors/technology/development/
industry/programs/stdp/rfp_2003.asp.

RFPs are posted on the Merx website at: http://www.merx.com.

MORE TO COME

Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Announcements of Opportunity (AO) in
areas such as microgravity sciences, space life sciences, space environment,
space astronomy, space exploration and atmospheric environment are currently
being prepared.

The Canadian Space Agency regularly offers opportunities to Canadian
companies to take part in unique space related projects. The Agency is
responsible for coordinating all federal civil space-related programs and
ensures the needs and aspirations of Canadians are met and that key
manufacturing capabilities in Canadian technological niches remain in
Canada.

About the Canadian Space Agency

Established in 1989 with its headquarters situated in Saint-Hubert,
Quebec, the Canadian Space Agency coordinates all aspects of the Canadian
Space Program. Through its Space Knowledge, Applications and Industry
Development business line, the CSA delivers services involving: Earth
and the Environment; Space Science; Human Presence in Space; Satellite
Communications; Space Technology; Space Qualification Services; Space
Awareness and Education. The Canadian Space Agency is at the forefront
of the development and application of space knowledge for the benefit
of Canadians and humanity.

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Information:

Monique Billette

Media Relations

Canadian Space Agency

Telephone: (450) 926-4370

E-mail: monique.billette@space.gc.ca