Calian space solutions

Innovative space solutions for today and tomorrow

Collaborating with government and private industry to pioneer cutting-edge technology for space.

Pushing the boundaries in space

From state-of-the-art satellite communications, to groundbreaking engineering, health, defence and IT solutions, Calian is pioneering innovation and expansion in the space sector.

As a founding member of Space Canada, Calian is committed to—and invested in—the advancement of communications and technology in space.

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Advanced solutions for space communications and services

Calian is continuously innovating across all four business units to create advanced solutions for the space sector. Our products and services span a wide range of applications, from communications gateways and network coordination stations, to satellite resource planning and the provision of services related to health, IT, defence and learning.

Satcom

Discover innovative communication systems that deliver high performance and reliability.

Antennas

Antennas for satellite communication applications, TT&C, deep space and radio astronomy

RF Systems

RF systems for satellite communications, deep space and radio astronomy.

Decimator RF Spectrum Analyzer

Monitor RF feeds and carriers in satellite, wired and terrestrial wireless networks.

In-Orbit Test Systems

Test satellite payloads immediately after launch and during routine operation of the satellite.

Software Designed Solutions

Improve the operating efficiency of global communications networks.

Operation services

Efficient, sustainable and safe operational support for satellite communications systems.

Transmitters, Receivers, Modems

Direct-to-home (DTH) satellite broadcast, satellite newsgathering (SNG) and general satcom solutions.

Teleport Services

Teleports located in Hawaii, Guam and Saskatoon provide satellite communication services around the world.

Health Services

Project to measure the radiation dose absorbed by astronauts during space missions .

R&D for Defence Training

Explore AI-enabled tools—human-autonomous teaming—for defence/space training.

Antennas for Defence

Antennas for defence applications, including surveillance, jamming, radar and electronic warfare applications.

GNSS satellite communications

Calian has been a leader in the provision of sophisticated solutions for the satellite industry for more than 40 years.

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A commitment to a sustainable future

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Join us to help the world communicate, innovate, learn and lead safe and healthy lives.

Social responsibility at Calian

Committed to social responsibility.

ESG—more than a buzzword.

Our vision builds on our mission, values, historical commitment to social responsibility and key competencies. It provides a framework and focus for our activities and corporate communications related to ESG (Environmental Social Governance).

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Your service inspires us.

Proudly welcoming 100+ veterans to our team every year

Their expertise enriches our solutions, and hiring military spouses is our heartfelt way of giving back to the defence community. We’re committed to being there for you, in and out of uniform.

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Relocating? We’ve got you covered.

3,700+ family members connected with family doctors

Our partnership with the Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services ensures that military family members are connected with family doctors, hassle-free.

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Building a resilient defence community together.

$650,000+ in corporate giving

We are woven into the military community’s fabric, our support extending to renowned organizations and causes. We’re not just about business; we are about building a supportive and resilient defence community together.

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Engaging in research that matters.

Our contributions to significant research projects and our focus on environmental safety are unwavering. We’re front-runners in compliance with environmental laws and continually innovate to lessen our ecological footprint.

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Committed to exceeding expectations.

30+ Indigenous community engagements

With a published Indigenous engagement policy, Calian sets out the framework and guidelines for all Calian business activities while being wholly committed to meeting—even exceeding—the five per cent Indigenous participation requirement on all federal contracts.

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