Go Bold #36: Brigadier-General Mike Adamson on the establishment of 3 Canadian Space Division

For this episode we are proud to welcome Brigadier-General Mike Adamson, the Commander of the newly established 3 Canadian Space Division.The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) marked the establishment of 3 Canadian Space Division on 22 July 2022. The Division is an evolution from the Air Force’s Director General Space organization as the responsibility for space operations has steadily grown over the last decade. According to the Air Force, the establishment of 3 Canadian Space Division recognizes the critical importance of space in all Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operations and day-to-day activities, and is a step forward in protecting Canada's interests in space.This newest Division of the Air Force will streamline, focus, and improve how space-based capabilities support critical Canadian Armed Forces requirements to deliver communications, command and control, navigation, weather, and situational awareness in support of military operations and activities. Such activities can include search and rescue, monitoring Canada’s maritime approaches to reinforce Arctic sovereignty, support to NORAD operations, and support to decision-making in overseas operations.The establishment of 3 Canadian Space Division will also include the re-establishment of 7 Wing, which will comprise 7 Space Operations Squadron and 7 Operations Support Squadron. 7 Wing will provide space-based data and capabilities in support of CAF operations.A priority for 3 Canadian Space Division will be Canada’s commitment to the Combined Space Operations Initiative. This agreement includes Australia, France, Germany, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada, and provides opportunities to enhance cooperation on defence space activities.Speaking during the establishment of 3 Canadian Space Division was Lieutenant-General Al Meinzinger, Commander of the Royal Canadian Air Force, who said: "The space domain is of critical importance, now more than ever, when considering its role in guiding military operations and enabling a vast range of day-to-day activities for Canadians. The establishment of 3 Canadian Space Division enables the Royal Canadian Air Force to ensure we have the right organizational structure to continually deliver spaced-based effects across the CAF, while also ensuring we are aligned with our allies who have established similar Space Commands."You will hear how the space domain is of growing importance and how industry can help the Division. We hope you enjoy this episode with Brigadier-General Adamson. We thank him for his time and insight.Go Bold!