
In the news today: Former astronaut, minister Marc Garneau dead at 76
Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed…
Former astronaut, minister Marc Garneau dies at 76
Marc Garneau, the first Canadian in space who went on to become a high-profile federal politician, has died at 76 years old. MPs rose for a moment of silence in the House of Commons Wednesday evening to honour Garneau. He was an author and a pioneer in Canada’s space program, serving as president of the Canadian Space Agency. Prime Minister Mark Carney called Garneau a naval officer, astronaut and public servant of “exceptional distinction.”
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