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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 international connection to the Internet, known as [[ARPANET]]. |
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 international connection to the Internet, known as [[ARPANET]]. |
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In 1992, CRC helped create a repository of official government documents, including the [[Charlottetown Accord]], on the Internet. This marked the first time a collection of official Canadian government documents was made available to the public via the Internet. |
In 1992, CRC helped create a repository of official government documents, including the [[Charlottetown Accord]], on the Internet. This marked the first time a collection of official Canadian government documents was made available to the public via the Internet. The next year, CRC created a Web site for [[CBC Radio]] to distribute its audio programs directly to the public on demand. This was the first use of the Web by a commercial radio broadcaster for international audio broadcasting. 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. |
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Recognition of the CRC's contributions include the 1987 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.ieee.ca/millennium/alouette/alouette_home.html</ref> Twenty years later, 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/alouetteaward.aspx</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.canadiancentennialofflight.ca/airforce/tech/space_e.php</ref> another awarded in 2009 for its contribution to standardizing the [[ATSC (standards)|ATSC]] Digital Television System;<ref>2009 Emmy Award 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 http://www.telecomhall.ca/index.php?page=265</ref> |
Recognition of the CRC's contributions include the 1987 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.ieee.ca/millennium/alouette/alouette_home.html</ref> Twenty years later, 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/alouetteaward.aspx</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.canadiancentennialofflight.ca/airforce/tech/space_e.php</ref> another awarded in 2009 for its contribution to standardizing the [[ATSC (standards)|ATSC]] Digital Television System;<ref>2009 Emmy Award 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 http://www.telecomhall.ca/index.php?page=265</ref> |
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| Centre de recherches sur les communications Canada | |
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| Formed | 1969 |
| Jurisdiction | Government of Canada |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
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| Website | www.crc.gc.ca |
The Communications Research Centre Canada (CRC) 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, 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. Throughout its history, the CRC has made significant contributions to the information and communications technology sector in Canada and abroad.[2]
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.[3] 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.[4] In 1978, CRC offered the world's first direct-to-home satellite television broadcast via Hermes - a Stanley Cup hockey game.[5] 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.[6] In 1983, CRC set up the first permanent international connection to the Internet, known as ARPANET.
In 1992, CRC helped create a repository of official government documents, including the Charlottetown Accord, on the Internet. This marked the first time a collection of official Canadian government documents was made available to the public via the Internet. The next year, CRC created a Web site for CBC Radio to distribute its audio programs directly to the public on demand. This was the first use of the Web by a commercial radio broadcaster for international audio broadcasting. The CRC is responsible for many other firsts that have impacted Canadian telecommunications: in wireless systems; radio fundamentals, e.g., Software Defined Radio;[7] communication networks; photonics and interactive multimedia.
Recognition of the CRC's contributions include the 1987 designation of the Alouette-ISIS Program as one of the 10 most outstanding achievements in the first 100 years of engineering in Canada.[8] Twenty years later, in 2007, the Alouette 1 Satellite Program was designated a National Historic Event.[9] 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.[10] The CRC has won three Emmy Awards: one in 1987 for its role in developing the Ku-band technology of the HERMES satellite;[11] another awarded in 2009 for its contribution to standardizing the ATSC Digital Television System;[12] and a third presented in 2012 for its role in standardizing loudness metering for use in broadcast audio.[13] CRC’s research and development in telecommunications also earned it the 2007 Special Recognition Award from Canada’s Telecommunication Hall of Fame.[14]
References
- ^ Defence Research Board (DRB) http://www.drdc-rddc.gc.ca/drdc/en/about-apropos/history-histoire/
- ^ Friends of CRC http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Milestones/milestones.html
- ^ Alouette 1 http://www.spaceref.ca/news/viewpr.html?pid=9361
- ^ Hermes http://www.canadaconnects.ca/space/main/1204/
- ^ Hermes Direct-to-home broadcast http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Projects/Hermes/hermes.html
- ^ Telidon http://www.friendsofcrc.ca/Projects/Telidon/Telidon.html
- ^ Software Defined Radio http://www.fptt-pftt.gc.ca/eng/success/awards2006/2006awards2.html
- ^ Alouette-ISIS Program http://www.ieee.ca/millennium/alouette/alouette_home.html
- ^ Alouette 1 Satellite Program http://www.pc.gc.ca/apps/dfhd/page_nhs_eng.aspx?id=12060
- ^ Alouette Award - CASI http://www.casi.ca/alouetteaward.aspx
- ^ 1987 Emmy Award http://www.canadiancentennialofflight.ca/airforce/tech/space_e.php
- ^ 2009 Emmy Award http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k8_winners.html
- ^ 2012 Emmy Award http://www.emmyonline.tv/mediacenter/tech_2k11_winners.html
- ^ Telecommunication Hall of Fame http://www.telecomhall.ca/index.php?page=265