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{{short description|Canadian government scientific laboratory for research and development in wireless technologies}}
{{Infobox Government agency
{{Infobox government agency
|agency_name = Communications Research Centre Canada
|agency_name = Communications Research Centre Canada
|nativename = <small>Centre de recherches sur les communications Canada</small>
|nativename = <small>Centre de recherches sur les communications Canada</small>
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|headquarters = [[Ottawa]], [[Ontario]]
|headquarters = [[Ottawa]], [[Ontario]]
|formed = {{Start date|1969}}
|formed = {{Start date|1969}}
|minister1_name = [[Navdeep Bains]]
|minister1_name = [[Philippe Champagne]]
|minister1_pfo = [[Minister of Innovation, Science, and Economic Development]]
|minister1_pfo = [[Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development]]
|chief1_name = Dr. Jean Luc Bérubé
|chief1_name = Marc Levesque
|chief1_position = President
|chief1_position = President
|website = [http://www.crc.gc.ca/ www.crc.gc.ca]
|website = [http://www.crc.gc.ca/ www.crc.gc.ca]
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The '''Communications Research Centre Canada''' (CRC) is a [[Canada|Canadian]] government scientific laboratory for research and development in wireless technologies, with a particular focus on the efficient use of radio frequency spectrum. Its mission is as follows:
The '''Communications Research Centre Canada''' ('''CRC'''; {{lang-fr|Centre de recherches sur les communications Canada}}) is a Canadian government scientific laboratory for research and development in wireless technologies, with a particular focus on the efficient use of radio frequency spectrum. Its mission is as follows:
* To perform wireless telecommunications research and development (R&D) that advances the efficient use of the radio spectrum, and serves as the government's leading source of scientific knowledge and technical advice for spectrum management, regulation and policy purposes;
* To perform wireless telecommunications research and development (R&D) that advances the efficient use of the radio spectrum, and serves as the government's leading source of scientific knowledge and technical advice for spectrum management, regulation and policy purposes;
* To support critical wireless telecommunications operational requirements of Government of Canada departments and agencies, such as National Defence and Public Safety;
* To support critical wireless telecommunications operational requirements of Government of Canada departments and agencies, such as National Defence and Public Safety;
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==History==
==History==
Officially established in 1969, CRC's roots can be traced back to the late 1940s and the Canadian Defence Research Board (DRB).<ref>Defence Research Board (DRB) http://www.drdc-rddc.gc.ca/drdc/en/about-apropos/history-histoire/</ref> The Defence Research Telecommunications Establishment (DRTE) existed from 1951-1969 within the DRB. In 1969, the federal government established a Department of Communications. The DRTE in its entirety was transferred to the new department's research branch, and renamed the Communications Research Centre. The CRC came under [[Industry Canada|Industry Canada's]] wing in 1994.<ref>Department Structure http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/icgc.nsf/eng/h_00257.html</ref> Throughout its history, the CRC has made significant contributions to the information and communications technology sector in Canada and abroad.<ref>Friends of CRC http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Milestones/milestones.html</ref>
Officially established in 1969, the CRC's roots can be traced back to the late 1940s and the Canadian Defence Research Board (DRB).<ref>Defence Research Board (DRB) {{cite web |url=http://www.drdc-rddc.gc.ca/drdc/en/about-apropos/history-histoire/ |title=History of Defence R&D Canada « Defence R&D Canada (DRDC) |accessdate=2013-07-02 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130529173944/http://www.drdc-rddc.gc.ca/drdc/en/about-apropos/history-histoire/ |archivedate=2013-05-29 }}</ref> The Defence Research Telecommunications Establishment (DRTE) existed from 1951-1969 within the DRB. In 1969, the federal government established a Department of Communications. The DRTE in its entirety was transferred to the new department's research branch, and renamed the Communications Research Centre. The CRC came under [[Industry Canada|Industry Canada's]] wing in 1994.<ref>Department Structure {{cite web |url=http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/icgc.nsf/eng/h_00257.html |title=Department Structure - Industry Canada |accessdate=2013-07-02 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130627133615/http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/icgc.nsf/eng/h_00257.html |archivedate=2013-06-27 }}</ref> Throughout its history, the CRC has made significant contributions to the information and communications technology sector in Canada and abroad.<ref>Friends of CRC http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Milestones/milestones.html</ref>


==Achievements==
==Achievements==
The CRC contributed to many "firsts" in Canadian communications, a number of which involved satellite communications. In 1962 the then-DRTE launched Alouette 1, Canada's first satellite. This led to the development of Canada's own communications satellite program.<ref>Alouette 1 http://www.spaceref.ca/news/viewpr.html?pid=9361</ref> In 1976 the [[Hermes Communications Technology Satellite|HERMES]] satellite was launched. It was the first high-powered satellite and the first to operate at the higher frequency Ku-band.<ref>Hermes http://www.canadaconnects.ca/space/main/1204/</ref> In 1978, CRC offered the world's first direct-to-home satellite television broadcast via Hermes - a Stanley Cup hockey game.<ref>Hermes Direct-to-home broadcast http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Projects/Hermes/hermes.html</ref> Later that year, the CRC gave a public demonstration of [[NAPLPS|Telidon]], the Canadian videotex/teletext system that contributed to the development of international standards for the Web.<ref>Telidon http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Projects/Telidon/Telidon.html</ref> In 1983, CRC set up the first permanent Canadian governmental connection to the Internet, via an [[ARPANET]] connection (the first full international connection to the USENET portion of the then-Internet being the set up in 1981 by [[Henry Spencer]] at the University of Toronto). In the 1980s, the CRC funded and led the development of [[Stationary High Altitude Relay Platform|SHARP]], which in 1987 became the world's first microwave-powered aircraft to fly. The CRC is responsible for many other firsts that have impacted Canadian telecommunications: in wireless systems; radio fundamentals, e.g., [[Software-defined radio|Software Defined Radio]];<ref>Software Defined Radio http://www.fptt-pftt.gc.ca/eng/success/awards2006/2006awards2.html</ref> communication networks; [[photonics]] and interactive multimedia.
The CRC contributed to many "firsts" in Canadian communications, a number of which involved satellite communications. In 1962 the then-DRTE launched Alouette 1, Canada's first satellite. This led to the development of Canada's own communications satellite program.<ref>Alouette 1 http://www.spaceref.ca/news/viewpr.html?pid=9361{{Dead link|date=July 2019 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> In 1976 the [[Hermes Communications Technology Satellite|HERMES]] satellite was launched. It was the first high-powered satellite and the first to operate at the higher frequency Ku-band.<ref>Hermes http://www.canadaconnects.ca/space/main/1204/ {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141021070348/http://www.canadaconnects.ca/space/main/1204/ |date=2014-10-21 }}</ref> In 1978, CRC offered the world's first direct-to-home satellite television broadcast via Hermes - a Stanley Cup hockey game.<ref>Hermes Direct-to-home broadcast http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Projects/Hermes/hermes.html</ref> Later that year, the CRC gave a public demonstration of [[NAPLPS|Telidon]], the Canadian videotex/teletext system that contributed to the development of international standards for the Web.<ref>Telidon http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Projects/Telidon/Telidon.html</ref> In 1983, CRC set up the first permanent Canadian governmental connection to the Internet, via an [[ARPANET]] connection (the first full international connection to the USENET portion of the then-Internet being the set up in 1981 by [[Henry Spencer]] at the University of Toronto). In the 1980s, the CRC funded and led the development of [[Stationary High Altitude Relay Platform|SHARP]], which in 1987 became the world's first microwave-powered aircraft to fly. The CRC is responsible for many other firsts that have impacted Canadian telecommunications: in wireless systems; radio fundamentals, e.g., [[Software-defined radio|Software Defined Radio]];<ref>Software Defined Radio {{cite web |url=http://www.fptt-pftt.gc.ca/eng/success/awards2006/2006awards2.html |title=Communications Research Centre Canada, Advanced Radio Systems Group - Federal Partners in Technology Transfer |accessdate=2009-07-06 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110706181727/http://www.fptt-pftt.gc.ca/eng/success/awards2006/2006awards2.html |archivedate=2011-07-06 }}</ref> communication networks; [[photonics]] and interactive multimedia.


Recognition of the CRC's contributions include the 1993 designation of the [[Alouette 1|Alouette]]-[[ISIS (satellite)|ISIS]] Program as one of the 10 most outstanding achievements in the first 100 years of engineering in Canada.<ref>Alouette-ISIS Program http://www.ieeeghn.org/wiki/index.php/Milestones:Alouette-ISIS_Satellite_Program,_1962</ref> In 2007, the Alouette 1 Satellite Program was designated a National Historic Event.<ref>Alouette 1 Satellite Program http://www.pc.gc.ca/apps/dfhd/page_nhs_eng.aspx?id=12060</ref> In 1995, the Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute awarded CRC's SARSAT team, headed by Dr. A. Winter, Mr. H. Werstiuk and Dr. B. Blevis, the first ever Alouette Award for contributions in advancing search and rescue technology.<ref>Alouette Award - CASI http://www.casi.ca/assets/docs/alouette_recipients2012.pdf</ref> The CRC has won three [[Emmy Award]]s: one in 1987 for its role in developing the Ku-band technology of the [[Hermes Communications Technology Satellite|HERMES]] satellite;<ref>1987 Emmy Award http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/collection/space5.cfm</ref> another awarded in 2009 for its contribution to standardizing the [[ATSC (standards)|ATSC]] Digital Television System;<ref>2009 Emmy Award to CRC's Advanced Television Evaluation Laboratory (ATEL) http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k8_winners.html</ref> and a third presented in 2012 for its role in standardizing loudness metering for use in broadcast audio.<ref>2012 Emmy Award http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k11_winners.html</ref> CRC’s research and development in telecommunications also earned it the 2007 Special Recognition Award from [[Telecommunications Hall of Fame|Canada’s Telecommunication Hall of Fame]].<ref>Telecommunication Hall of Fame News Release http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/telecom-competition-spectrum-management-telegraph-pioneers-heralded-canadas-telecommunications-738372.htm</ref>
Recognition of the CRC's contributions include the 1993 designation of the [[Alouette 1|Alouette]]-[[ISIS (satellite)|ISIS]] Program as one of the 10 most outstanding achievements in the first 100 years of engineering in Canada.<ref>Alouette-ISIS Program http://www.ieeeghn.org/wiki/index.php/Milestones:Alouette-ISIS_Satellite_Program,_1962</ref> In 2007, the Alouette 1 Satellite Program was designated a National Historic Event.<ref>Alouette 1 Satellite Program http://www.pc.gc.ca/apps/dfhd/page_nhs_eng.aspx?id=12060</ref> In 1995, the Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute awarded CRC's SARSAT team, headed by Dr. A. Winter, Mr. H. Werstiuk and Dr. B. Blevis, the first ever Alouette Award for contributions in advancing search and rescue technology.<ref>Alouette Award - CASI http://www.casi.ca/assets/docs/alouette_recipients2012.pdf {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130531142126/http://www.casi.ca/assets/docs/alouette_recipients2012.pdf |date=2013-05-31 }}</ref> The CRC has won three [[Emmy Award]]s: one in 1987 for its role in developing the Ku-band technology of the [[Hermes Communications Technology Satellite|HERMES]] satellite;<ref>1987 Emmy Award http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/collection/space5.cfm {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131017005225/http://sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/collection/space5.cfm |date=2013-10-17 }}</ref> another awarded in 2009 for its contribution to standardizing the [[ATSC (standards)|ATSC]] Digital Television System;<ref>2009 Emmy Award to CRC's Advanced Television Evaluation Laboratory (ATEL) http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k8_winners.html {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081201233204/http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k8_winners.html |date=2008-12-01 }}</ref> and a third presented in 2012 for its role in standardizing loudness metering for use in broadcast audio.<ref>2012 Emmy Award http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k11_winners.html {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120112032141/http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k11_winners.html |date=2012-01-12 }}</ref> CRC's research and development in telecommunications also earned it the 2007 Special Recognition Award from [[Telecommunications Hall of Fame|Canada's Telecommunication Hall of Fame]].<ref>Telecommunication Hall of Fame News Release http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/telecom-competition-spectrum-management-telegraph-pioneers-heralded-canadas-telecommunications-738372.htm</ref>


==References==
==References==
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Communications Research Centre Canada
Centre de recherches sur les communications Canada
Agency overview
Formed1969 (1969)
JurisdictionGovernment of Canada
HeadquartersOttawa, Ontario
Minister responsible
Agency executive
  • Marc Levesque, President
Websitewww.crc.gc.ca

The Communications Research Centre Canada (CRC; French: Centre de recherches sur les communications Canada) is a Canadian government scientific laboratory for research and development in wireless technologies, with a particular focus on the efficient use of radio frequency spectrum. Its mission is as follows:

  • To perform wireless telecommunications research and development (R&D) that advances the efficient use of the radio spectrum, and serves as the government's leading source of scientific knowledge and technical advice for spectrum management, regulation and policy purposes;
  • To support critical wireless telecommunications operational requirements of Government of Canada departments and agencies, such as National Defence and Public Safety;
  • To take part in strategic R&D collaborations that leverage CRC's activities, resulting in knowledge and technology transfer that benefit Canadian industry, the economy and Canadians.

History

Officially established in 1969, the CRC's roots can be traced back to the late 1940s and the Canadian Defence Research Board (DRB).[1] The Defence Research Telecommunications Establishment (DRTE) existed from 1951-1969 within the DRB. In 1969, the federal government established a Department of Communications. The DRTE in its entirety was transferred to the new department's research branch, and renamed the Communications Research Centre. The CRC came under Industry Canada's wing in 1994.[2] Throughout its history, the CRC has made significant contributions to the information and communications technology sector in Canada and abroad.[3]

Achievements

The CRC contributed to many "firsts" in Canadian communications, a number of which involved satellite communications. In 1962 the then-DRTE launched Alouette 1, Canada's first satellite. This led to the development of Canada's own communications satellite program.[4] In 1976 the HERMES satellite was launched. It was the first high-powered satellite and the first to operate at the higher frequency Ku-band.[5] In 1978, CRC offered the world's first direct-to-home satellite television broadcast via Hermes - a Stanley Cup hockey game.[6] Later that year, the CRC gave a public demonstration of Telidon, the Canadian videotex/teletext system that contributed to the development of international standards for the Web.[7] In 1983, CRC set up the first permanent Canadian governmental connection to the Internet, via an ARPANET connection (the first full international connection to the USENET portion of the then-Internet being the set up in 1981 by Henry Spencer at the University of Toronto). In the 1980s, the CRC funded and led the development of SHARP, which in 1987 became the world's first microwave-powered aircraft to fly. The CRC is responsible for many other firsts that have impacted Canadian telecommunications: in wireless systems; radio fundamentals, e.g., Software Defined Radio;[8] communication networks; photonics and interactive multimedia.

Recognition of the CRC's contributions include the 1993 designation of the Alouette-ISIS Program as one of the 10 most outstanding achievements in the first 100 years of engineering in Canada.[9] In 2007, the Alouette 1 Satellite Program was designated a National Historic Event.[10] In 1995, the Canadian Aeronautics and Space Institute awarded CRC's SARSAT team, headed by Dr. A. Winter, Mr. H. Werstiuk and Dr. B. Blevis, the first ever Alouette Award for contributions in advancing search and rescue technology.[11] The CRC has won three Emmy Awards: one in 1987 for its role in developing the Ku-band technology of the HERMES satellite;[12] another awarded in 2009 for its contribution to standardizing the ATSC Digital Television System;[13] and a third presented in 2012 for its role in standardizing loudness metering for use in broadcast audio.[14] CRC's research and development in telecommunications also earned it the 2007 Special Recognition Award from Canada's Telecommunication Hall of Fame.[15]

References

  1. ^ Defence Research Board (DRB) "History of Defence R&D Canada « Defence R&D Canada (DRDC)". Archived from the original on 2013-05-29. Retrieved 2013-07-02.
  2. ^ Department Structure "Department Structure - Industry Canada". Archived from the original on 2013-06-27. Retrieved 2013-07-02.
  3. ^ Friends of CRC http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Milestones/milestones.html
  4. ^ Alouette 1 http://www.spaceref.ca/news/viewpr.html?pid=9361[permanent dead link]
  5. ^ Hermes http://www.canadaconnects.ca/space/main/1204/ Archived 2014-10-21 at the Wayback Machine
  6. ^ Hermes Direct-to-home broadcast http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Projects/Hermes/hermes.html
  7. ^ Telidon http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Projects/Telidon/Telidon.html
  8. ^ Software Defined Radio "Communications Research Centre Canada, Advanced Radio Systems Group - Federal Partners in Technology Transfer". Archived from the original on 2011-07-06. Retrieved 2009-07-06.
  9. ^ Alouette-ISIS Program http://www.ieeeghn.org/wiki/index.php/Milestones:Alouette-ISIS_Satellite_Program,_1962
  10. ^ Alouette 1 Satellite Program http://www.pc.gc.ca/apps/dfhd/page_nhs_eng.aspx?id=12060
  11. ^ Alouette Award - CASI http://www.casi.ca/assets/docs/alouette_recipients2012.pdf Archived 2013-05-31 at the Wayback Machine
  12. ^ 1987 Emmy Award http://www.sciencetech.technomuses.ca/english/collection/space5.cfm Archived 2013-10-17 at the Wayback Machine
  13. ^ 2009 Emmy Award to CRC's Advanced Television Evaluation Laboratory (ATEL) http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k8_winners.html Archived 2008-12-01 at the Wayback Machine
  14. ^ 2012 Emmy Award http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k11_winners.html Archived 2012-01-12 at the Wayback Machine
  15. ^ Telecommunication Hall of Fame News Release http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/telecom-competition-spectrum-management-telegraph-pioneers-heralded-canadas-telecommunications-738372.htm

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