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Have you ever wanted to become an Astronaut? Well, today, Monday April 3rd, 4 astronauts, 1 Canadian and 3 American, have been selected to go on the space mission, Artemis II!

Now you're probably wondering “What is that?” or “Is this important?”

Well, the Artemis II mission is a space mission where 4 astronauts are going to be orbiting (circling) the moon for 10 days! This mission will be important because this is the first time in around 50 years (1972) since humans have gone to the moon!

The Canadian that has been selected is Jeremy Hansen, age 47. Jeremy was born on January 27th, 1976 in London Ontario. He was raised on a farm near Alisa Craig, Ontario before moving to Ingersoll to go to high school. When he left high school, he went to study at the Royal College in Kingston where he became a fighter pilot at the age of 17! He became the first Canadian to lead a NASA astronaut class, which means that he is in charge of training young astronauts from the United States, and Canada!

Now, Jeremy is a father of 3 kids, and is happily married.

Jeremy and the other astronauts are going to explore the Moon with new technologies and tools, which will allow them to explore it like never before!

This is a BIG moment for Canada and all of the Canadians because this is the first time a Canadian has gone further than the I.S.S (International Space Station).

Now that you know about the Canadian who is going to the moon, share it with your friends so that they will know it too!

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On April 3, 2023, Jeremy Hansen, a Canadian astronaut was selected to be part of the Artemis II space mission.

Jeremy Hansen was born January 27, 1976 in London, Ontario. Although he was raised on a farm, there was never a period in his life where he did not want to be an astronaut. He was always interested in space exploration because he wanted to see what it would be like to leave Earth and look at it from beyond.

Throughout Jeremy’s life, he had many career highlights. Only at the young age of 12, Jeremy Hansen began his journey into aviation by joining the 614 Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron in London, Ontario. Then, in 1999, he graduated with a bachelor's degree in honours space science from the Royal Military College of Canada in Kingston, Ontario. Finally, this year, he has been assigned to the Artemis II mission.

Artemis II is the first crewed test flight of the Artemis program, which is a multi-mission campaign set to make the way for the human exploration of Mars. This mission will launch from NASA’s space centre in Florida. The Orion spacecraft, the spacecraft for the Artemis II mission, will orbit Earth twice to ensure that the systems are working properly. This launch of the Orion spacecraft for this mission will take place no earlier than November, 2024 and the duration is approximately 10 days.

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– Ever wondered what it would be like to become an astronaut, and visit the Moon? Although you may, or may not be able to, today, I have a story of an astronaut, who is going to visit the Moon, his name is Jeremy Hansen.

– Jeremy was recruited as one of two astronauts in 2009 by the CSA from the third Canadian Astronaut Recruitment Campaign. In 2011, Hansen graduated from the Astronaut Candidate Training, and began working at the Mission Control Center. On April 3rd 2023, Jeremy Hansen was announced as a crew member of the space mission, Artemis II. Hansen was born on January 27, 1976, in London, Ontario, and was raised in Ailsa Craig, Ontario. Before becoming an astronaut, Jeremy was formerly a Fighter Pilot, and also studied space science and physics, having a bachelor’s degree in space science, and master’s degree in physics.

– Brief explanation of Artemis II; It’s a crewed (4 crew members) mission to the moon, with 3 American members and 1 Canadian (Jeremy Hansen) which is targeted to launch no earlier than November 16th, 2024. The 4 astronauts will circle around the moon and come back around 10 days later. Before Artemis II, there was Artemis I, which was an un-crewed test flight launched on November 16th, 2022.

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Have you ever wanted to go up to space? Canadian astronauts have only been 400 kilometers away from the earth’s surface; in the international space station. Next year, in 2024 May, one Canadian astronaut will go to the moon with 3 other astronauts, 382,500 kilometers away from the earth.

The Artemis I is a test flight with no crew. Artemis II has a crew scheduled to fly May 2024. Artemis III is a mission that will land on the moon which will launch no earlier than 2025. Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hanson has been chosen as one of the four astronauts that will orbit the moon, in Artemis II.

Jeremy Hanson was born on January 27 1976 in London, Ontario. He used to be a fighter pilot when he joined the Canadian forces at the age of 18. When a message was sent out for the needs of astronauts his family, friends and teachers apply. His motto is “accept and appreciate where you are, stay in the mindset of creating solutions to the challenges you face, and find happiness in every day.”

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Welcome to the 6 pm news report! Today NASA space center announced  the astronauts that are assigned to the Artemis II mission.

The Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen got selected to go to the Artemis II mission. He is from London, Ontario. He has a Bachelor of science in space science and a master of science in physics. Jeremy was born on January 27th of 1976. He has a Flight certification: Airline Transport Pilot Licence.

The Artemis II is a mission that will test if the rocket will work. It will launch in 2024. This program was a part of the Apollo program between the time of 1969 to 1972. Like the Apollo program there will be three parts of it. Artemis I was a test flight with no astronauts on it and it was launched on the Space Launch System rocket in 2022. Artemis II is the first-ever test flight with a crew aboard the Orion spacecraft (including a Canadian Jeremey Hansen), scheduled to launch on the SLS rocket no later than May 2024.

Today is the first time that a Canadian astronaut will be part of launching a rocket to land on the moon.

Thank you for reading this article!

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Hello and welcome to the 6:00 Kids News Station. My name is Riya and this is Chloe, we will be today’s hosts.

We would like to announce that our very own Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen has been selected to fly to the moon aboard the Artemis II mission!

In 2023 he and a few other astronauts are going on a mission around the moon. How cool would it be to travel around the moon, in space?!

This is the first crewed mission to leave low-Earth orbit since 1972.

Some facts about Jeremy are that he was born on January 27th 1976. He is originally from London, Ontario. Jeremy says that he can’t remember a single time when he didn’t want to be an astronaut!! Wow! What a dream!

Jeremy, we want to let you know that it is great that you have achieved your dreams.

He has made a great achievement, and we thank him for representing Canada by going to the moon for us! Well done Jeremy!!

Kids, please put your hands together for Jeremy Hansen!

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Imagine making history, a journey beyond any before! This is the Artemis journey of discovery and research.

(The Artemis 1 is a test flight with no crew. Artemis 2 has a crew and is scheduled to fly May 2024. Artemis 3 is a mission that will land on the moon which will launch no earlier than 2025)

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hanson was born on January 27 1976. At the age of 18 he joined Canadian forces and learned to pilot a fighter jet. Growing up he always dreamed of going to space. Today 4 astronauts, one from Canada and 3 from the US, will be going on the Artemis 2 mission to circle the moon for research next year. Jeremy Hanson was chosen on the Artemis 2 mission. He’d travel farther than any Canadian will go, to show his country that anything is possible! He is going to deep space and will be the first Canadian to ever do that! His motto is “Accept and appreciate where you are, stay in the mindset of creating solutions to the challenges you face, and find happiness in every day.” This is a big day for Canada because no other Canadian has ever gone to the moon or in deep space!

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Imagine floating in space, looking out in the vast distance below. Earlier today, this dream became a reality for a certain Canadian Astronaut.

One lucky astronaut will have the chance to participate in the Artemis II Mission, the first mission to the moon in over 50 years. It will also be the first time a Canadian astronaut will fly to the moon. Earlier today, that lucky astronaut was chosen. It was Jeremy Hansen, a Canadian astronaut who has dreamed of being an astronaut for all his life.

Jeremy Hansen was born on January 27, 1976 in London, Ontario. Jeremy has a background of being a fighter pilot, and he has an Airline Transport Pilot License. He also has a bachelor of science in space science, and a master of science in in physics. In 1988, Jeremy joined the 614 Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron, located in London, Ontario. In 1993 he earned his private pilot license. In 2003, Jeremy completed CF-18 Fighter Pilot Training at 410 Tactical Fighter Operational Training Squadron. Ten years later, he has been selected for the Artemis II Mission. All of this experience makes him undoubtedly an excellent candidate for this exciting voyage to the moon. Jeremy will be traveling alongside Americans Victor Glover, Christina Hammock Koch, and Reed Wiseman.

There have been several Artemis Moon missions over the years. The NASA-led series of expeditions will lay the foundation for exploration of the Moon by humans and robots. It will also bring the first woman and the first person of color to the moon. Artemis I was a test flight with no one aboard. Artemis II is the first ever test flight with a crew aboard the Orion Spacecraft, and the first ever expedition to the moon with a Canadian aboard. Artemis III is a mission that will land on the Moon, intended to launch no earlier than 2025.

This Canadian astronaut, Jeremy Hansen, is no doubt satisfied and excited for the adventures ahead.

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Jeremy Hanson was born January 27, 1976, in London, Ontario, and raised on a farm,Ontario, until moving to Ingersoll for his high school years. At the age of 12,Jeremy had joined 614 Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron in Ontario. He is 47 years old. He earned his Air Cadet glider pilot wings at age 16. He earned his private pilot license and wings at the age of 17.This training led him to his acceptance to Royal Military College in Quebec. He was announced as the first Canadian astronaut to circle the moon for the past 50 years .-Alina

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Have any of you ever wanted to know what was beyond our planet, especially when you see the moon in the sky, does it make you want to explore the moon or even to fly into outer space more? Every child has their dreams.

Hello, I am Claire, and your reporter for todays 6:00 am news where we are glad to oppose the fact that 4 astronauts have just been selected for the Artemis II mission. One of the four astronauts being from canada! We would be glad to introduce him to all of you!

Born on a farm in Ontario 1976, he had never remembered when he didn’t want to become an astronaut and shoot for the stars. Jeremy Hansen, a Canadian astronaut, has been selected for the Artemis II mission. All his life he dreamed about one day being able to see the world for himself.

The dream he had for all his life had finally come true as he was announced as the first ever Canadian astronaut to circle around the moon for the past 50 years. Jeremy was a former  colonel and CF-18 pilot in the Royal Canadian Air Force, and is now working hard to prepare for the Artemis II mission.

-Claire

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Jeremy Hansen, Joshua Kutryk, Jennifer Sidey and David Saint-Jacques are on active service.

Ten astronauts are now retired from the CSA.

In total, Canada has recruited 14 astronauts through 4 campaigns.

Learn about astronauts, space, space exploration, and much more.

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Jeremy Hansen, Joshua Kutryk, Jennifer Sidey and David Saint-Jacques are on active service. Ten astronauts are now retired from the CSA. In total, Canada has recruited 14 astronauts through 4 campaigns. Learn about astronauts, space, space exploration, and much more.

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Did you know that only 24 humans made the trip from Earth to the Moon? It was as part of the Apollo program between and . A long time ago! And only 12 of them actually walked on the lunar surface. They were all American men. With the United States and other countries, Canada is now preparing for the Artemis program, which will bring more humans to the Moon, both around and on it.

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In return for contributing the Canadarm3 smart robotic system to the Lunar Gateway space station, Canada receives a range of opportunities, including two astronaut flights to the Moon. A Canadian Space Agency ( CSA) astronaut will be part of Artemis II, the very first mission carrying people to the Moon in over 50 years. It will also mark the first time that a Canadian flies to the Moon. How exciting!

Who will fly to the Moon?

The astronauts, including the CSA astronaut to fly on the Artemis II mission, have not yet been identified. The composition of the crew will be announced after a successful Artemis I mission.

The current CSA astronaut corps. One of them will fly on Artemis II. From left to right: Jeremy Hansen, Jenni Sidey-Gibbons, Joshua Kutryk, David Saint-Jacques. (Credit: NASA/Bill Stafford)

What are the Artemis missions?

The NASA-led Artemis program is a series of lunar exploration missions that will lay the foundation for sustainable exploration of the Moon by humans and robots. It will bring the first woman and the first person of colour to the Moon.

Like the Apollo program, Artemis will begin with missions around the Moon (Artemis I and II) before a mission that lands on the lunar surface (Artemis III).

Artemis I, a test flight with no astronaut aboard the Orion spacecraft, set to launch on the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket in ;

Artemis II, the first-ever test flight with a crew aboard the Orion spacecraft (including a Canadian), scheduled to launch on the SLS rocket no later than

Artemis III, the mission that will land on the Moon, set to launch no earlier than .

During later missions, astronauts will dock Orion to the Lunar Gateway. From the Gateway, astronauts will be able to venture to the lunar surface.

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