April 10, 2026 - Longueuil, Quebec
Today, Canada is celebrating the return of the ArtemisII crew. After nearly 10 days aboard the Orion capsule, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen, together with NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, has safely landed on Earth, splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego at 8:07 pm ET.
While Jeremy Hansen's presence on the Artemis II crew allowed Canadians from coast to coast to coast to feel connected to this historic mission, CSA astronaut Jenni Gibbons also played an essential role on Earth. As Artemis capcom, she guided the crew from ground control throughout their journey.
Having two CSA astronauts contribute so directly to Artemis II highlights the skills of Canada's astronaut corps and the strength of our country's expertise in space. Their involvement is the culmination of decades of contributions and investments, proving that Canadian expertise has been instrumental to space exploration. It also serves as a reminder of the vital role our country will continue to play as humanity moves toward the next frontier of exploration.
