Jeremy Hansen Steps Down After Artemis II | Vancouver News

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, who helped make history aboard the Artemis II lunar flyby — the farthest humans have traveled into space — is stepping down from the Canadian Space Agency in September 2026 to pursue new opportunities. Though leaving his agency role, he’ll remain connected to the Royal Canadian Air Force as a reservist. His mission, which captured global imagination with stunning photos of Earth and the Moon, reignited public fascination with space and solidified Canada’s role in humanity’s next great frontier. Hansen’s legacy, and the wonder he helped inspire, will undoubtedly shape future generations’ dreams of exploration. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e14b07a96fdb30ff