Past & Present Initiatives
Analog Station Research (Desert)
The Mars Society operates the Mars Desert Research Station (MDRS) in the desert of Utah. Mars Society of Canada volunteers will be attending an upcoming deployments to participate in analog research.
Mars Explorer Mobile Education Station
Although primarily dedicated to educating students, the Mars Explorer Mobile Education Station (MEMES) is also an analog station designed to demonstrate the importance of analog research.
Folding Origami Habitat Design
The Mars Society of Canada and AAKA Space Studio is exploring the use of artificial intelligence and origami architecture in the design of habitats for use on Mars and elsewhere.
Analog Station Research (Arctic)
The Mars Society maintains FMARS, an analog research station on Devon Island in the Canadian Arctic. The Mars Society of Canada is participating in future deployments.
Future Initiatives
The Mars Society of Canada is just getting started! As we refine our strategy and grow our membership base we plan to participate in, provide grants for and directly conduct research for the sake of augmenting Mars exploration and eventual inhabitation. Some key focus areas will include:
Greenhouse Technologies
Rover Design
Confinement Experiments
Would you like to collaborate with The Mars Society of Canada in research? Does your research need additional support or publicity? Reach out to us, and we may be able to help.
Be a part of this!
The Mars Society of Canada offers a professional and credible platform for all space advocates to promote Canada’s participation in Mars science and exploration. By becoming a member of our federal not-for-profit, you provide direct support for our educational, public outreach and analog research efforts. We proudly represent the voice of thousands of Canadians who believe in the profound benefit of Mars exploration, and a multi-planetary future for humanity.