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Mandate

The Space Technology Development Program (STDP) mandate is to formulate, implement and manage contracted out research and development (R&D) projects in response to identified needs and opportunities. Its objectives are to develop and demonstrate strategic technologies that have a strong potential for having a positive impact on:

• Reducing risk for future Canadian space activities;

• Transforming key capabilities into wealth; and

• Creating knowledge through innovation.

The STDP will therefore develop technologies to meet the current and future needs of the Canadian Space Program.