The Canadian Astronomical Society (CASCA), founded in 1971, is a society of professional astronomers dedicated to promoting and advancing knowledge of the universe through research and education. CASCA focuses on planning and realizing scientific projects, supporting its members' scientific activities, and disseminating information. A key project for CASCA is the Cosmological Advanced Survey Telescope for Optical and UV Research (CASTOR), a proposed space-based telescope. CASCA partners with organizations such as the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) to further space-based initiatives.
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The Canadian Astronomical Society has sought international partners for a Phase A study of CASTOR.