Boisvert to head Canadian Space Agency
Last Updated: Thursday, April 12, 2007 | 11:02 AM ET
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Satellite industry veteran Laurier J. Boisvert is taking over as president of the Canadian Space Agency, replacing acting president Carole Lacombe.
Lacombe has been interim head of the CSA since astronaut Marc Garneau resigned on Nov. 28, 2005, to run for office in the federal election. Garneau had been president of the agency since November 2001.
The CSA is the co-ordinator for the government's space-related policies and activities. It oversees programs involving satellite imaging and communications, and space science and exploration.
"Mr. Boisvert's experience in the satellite industry will help strengthen Canada's international reputation as a leader and innovator in space exploration," Industry Minister Maxime Bernier, who is responsible for the CSA, said in a statement early Thursday.
In February, Boisvert became the second Canadian inducted into the Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) in recognition of his accomplishments during his 34-year career in the satellite industry. Boisvert worked for Telesat Canada from 1972 until he retired in 2006, holding a number of positions throughout his career including president and CEO of Telesat Canada, and head of Telesat Mobile Inc.
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