Photo Gallery: Former astronaut, politician Marc Garneau dies at 76

Marc Garneau, the first Canadian in space who went on to become a high-profile federal politician, has died at 76 years old.

MPs rose for a moment of silence in the House of Commons Wednesday evening to honour Garneau.

He was an author and a pioneer in Canada’s space program, serving as president of the Canadian Space Agency.

Garneau later entered politics and was a Liberal member of Parliament representing a Montreal-area riding between 2008 and 2023.

Here is a look at moments from Garneau’s career.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 4, 2025.

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