Canadian Space Agency

This report presents the findings of the evaluation of the European Space Agency Contribution Program (ESA-CP) of the Canadian Space Agency (CSA). The evaluation was carried out by the CSA's Audit and Evaluation Directorate, with the support of PRA Inc. This evaluation was included in the CSA's...

This report contains the findings of the Evaluation of the Qualifying and Testing Services Program of the Canadian Space Agency (CSA). The David Florida Laboratory (DFL), located in Ottawa, Ontario, is the main mechanism through which the program is delivered. This program carries out specialized...

The Near Earth Object Surveillance Satellite (NEOSSat) project began in February 2005 with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) and the Department of National Defence (DND), establishing NEOSSat as a collaboration combining two projects: DND's...

This document constitutes the final evaluation report of the Canadian Space Agency's (CSA) Advanced Exploration Technology Development (AETD) program. The evaluation was conducted during the 2012-2013 and 2013-2014 fiscal years by the CSA's Audit and Evaluation Directorate (specifically, the...

The CASSIOPE Contribution Program was authorized for a five-year period on October 30, 2003. The project was extended due to the launch of the satellite being postponed several times. The launch took place in September 2013. The CASSIOPE mission combines three program elements: it provides for...

The objective of this audit is to determine whether a management framework is in place to enable the Program objectives to be achieved and, more specifically, to prevent cost increases, comply with the implementation schedule, and meet users' expectations.

This follow-up report on the implementation of management action plans outlines the measures taken by the various entities concerned in response to findings and recommendations. As part of the follow-up process, management action plans are reviewed annually until they are fully implemented, and...

This report presents the findings of the Evaluation of the Canadian Space Agency (CSA)'s International Space Station (ISS) Assembly and Maintenance Operations Sub-Sub Program (SSP). The evaluation was conducted between December 2014 and February 2016, covering the time period from March 2008 to...

"Canada's Space Policy Framework" is focused on delivering results. Building on Canada's strengths and historic achievements, Canada's Space Policy Framework will lay the groundwork to inspire the next generation to pursue studies and careers in science and engineering. It will provide a...

Departmental Performance Reports (DPRs) are individual department and agency accounts of results achieved against planned performance expectations as set out in respective Reports on Plans and Priorities (RPP). These Performance Reports, which cover the most recently completed fiscal year, are...

This follow-up report on the implementation of management action plans outlines the measures taken by the various entities concerned in response to findings and recommendations. As part of the follow-up process, management action plans are reviewed annually until they are fully implemented, and...

Departmental Performance Reports (DPRs) are individual department and agency accounts of results achieved against planned performance expectations as set out in respective Reports on Plans and Priorities (RPP). These Performance Reports, which cover the most recently completed fiscal year, are...

This report presents the findings of the evaluation of the Enabling Technology Development Sub-Sub-Program (SSP), which covers the activities of the Space Technology Development Program (STDP) and the services offered by the Intellectual Property Management and Technology Transfer (IPMTT) group.

This follow-up report on the implementation of management action plans outlines the measures taken by the various entities concerned in response to findings and recommendations. As part of the follow-up process, management action plans are reviewed annually until they are fully implemented, and...

This follow-up report on the implementation of management action plans outlines the measures taken by the various entities concerned in response to findings and recommendations. As part of the follow-up process, management action plans are reviewed annually until they are fully implemented, and...

This report presents the findings of the Evaluation of the International Market Access Program (IMAP), comprising the European Space Agency (ESA) Contribution Program, administered by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA).

This follow-up report on the implementation of management action plans outlines the measures taken by the various entities concerned in response to findings and recommendations. As part of the follow-up process, management action plans are reviewed annually until they are fully implemented, and...

Departmental Performance Reports (DPRs) are individual department and agency accounts of results achieved against planned performance expectations as set out in respective Reports on Plans and Priorities (RPP). These Performance Reports, which cover the most recently completed fiscal year, are...

The objective of this audit project was to determine whether the management framework in place enables the program to achieve its objectives and to comply with relevant policies, regulations and guidelines issued by the CSA and the central agencies.

Departmental Performance Reports (DPRs) are individual department and agency accounts of results achieved against planned performance expectations as set out in respective Reports on Plans and Priorities (RPP). These Performance Reports, which cover the most recently completed fiscal year, are...