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As a historic mission nears, astronaut Jeremy Hansen explains why Canada is moonward bound

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Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen is preparing for the coming Artemis II mission.

Astronaut Jeremy Hansen is about to become the first Canadian to venture into deep space as he and his U.S. crewmates prepare for the launch of Artemis II.

The test flight, which could launch as early as Feb. 6, 2026, will mark the first time a crew has flown in NASA’s Orion capsule, designed to ferry astronauts to the moon and back. During their 10-day mission, Col. Hansen and his three U.S. crewmates are expected to circle around the moon’s far side and potentially see regions of the lunar surface that have not yet been glimpsed by human eyes. The mission’s broader goal is to pave the way for astronauts to return to the lunar surface and, ultimately, set the stage for future expeditions to Mars.

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Ethan Radcliffe
Ethan Radcliffe is a senior reporter and digital editor at The Toronto Insider, specializing in Canadian federal policy, GTA urban development, and national economic trends. With over a decade of experience in North American journalism, Ethan focuses on translating complex legislative and economic developments into clear, accessible reporting for Canadian readers. Ethan’s work emphasizes policy analysis, government accountability, and data-driven reporting, with a strong focus on how federal and provincial decisions impact communities across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. He has covered infrastructure planning, housing policy, fiscal strategy, and regulatory changes affecting Canadian households and businesses. A graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Journalism, Ethan brings expertise in investigative reporting, long-form analysis, editorial standards, and digital publishing best practices. His reporting is guided by verifiable sources, public records, and transparent sourcing. In addition to reporting, Ethan has experience in newsroom editing, fact-checking workflows, SEO-informed journalism, and audience analytics, ensuring stories meet both editorial integrity standards and modern digital discoverability requirements. Ethan is committed to objective, fact-driven journalism and adheres to established ethical guidelines, prioritizing accuracy, clarity, and public trust in all reporting.

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