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Canada's Communications Technology Satellite (CTS), known as Hermes, was launched 50 years ago on January 17, 1976.

Before the Canadarm, there was Hermes: Canada’s 50-year space legacy

by Marc Boucher January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

Tomorrow is the 50 the anniversary of the launch of a groundbreaking and Emmy award winning Canadian communications satellite, the Communications Technology Satellite (CTS), known as Hermes.