O, telescope, instrument of much knowledge, more precious than any sceptre, is not he who holds thee in his hand made king and lord of the works of God?
—Johannes Kepler

Scouts Space Badge Requirements

Below you will find the requirements for the Space Badge. Your local RASC centre will be able to help with many of these activities. Specific topics that the RASC can help with through Observing Nights and Star Parties are in bold. Contact your local centre to learn more.

Girl Guide Badge Requirements

Laser Pointer Usage for Outreach

The RASC provides training to its members on the safe usage of laser pointers for astronomical outreach. For details on the program and certification process, check out our Program Guide. Note that to access some items linked in the Program Guide, you must be certified as a Centre Trainer or National Instructor. More information about our Laser Pointer Certification Program is included below.

Canada's research astronomers operate a number of observatories across the county that are exploring the universe in visible and radio wavelengths. Many of these facilities have programs for public tours and outreach. Find out more!

Atlantic Canada

Content for this section is currently under development. In the meantime, check out the two Canadian sites in our link list below. There is also a section of the Observer's Handbook devoted to North American craters.

Crater Information

• Earth Impact Database (UNB)

Click the Discovery Name (New Style Name after 1994) to link to the more information for the comet.

See also: Other Canadian Comet Connections