In 1984, Marc Garneau became the first of 8 Canadian astronauts to fly in space (through 2010).

Further the concert included a cameo by Canadian astronaut and Sarnia local Chris Hadfield.

He was one of the six Canadian astronauts selected in December 1983.

"Original Canadian astronaut retires after 25 years"

There is at present no funding for further missions by Canadian astronauts.

Julie Payette, a Canadian astronaut, echoed this sentiment at the news conference.

He was the first Canadian astronaut to fly on a Soyuz.

The Roberta Bondar Pavilion was created to commemorate the first Canadian female astronaut to go into space.

That same year, in response to the first call for Canadian astronauts, the Canadian Astronaut Program received more than 4,000 applications.

But a Canadian astronaut with Rhymney Valley roots went above and beyond that custom - by displaying the Welsh flag in space!