Investment Will Ensure Telescope Technology is Accessible into the Future: Minister

Province of Manitoba - November 7, 2025

The Manitoba government is partnering with Brandon University to replace the Gulliver Astronomical Observatory’s telescope dome to ensure future generations can use Manitoba’s largest public telescope, Advanced Education and Training Minister Renée Cable and Municipal and Northern Relations Minister Glen Simard announced today.

“For over half a century, the telescope at the Gulliver Astronomical Observatory opened a window to the galaxy for Westman’s scientific community. It has invited students, researchers and community members to witness countless astronomical events first-hand,” said Cable. “This investment will protect valuable equipment while improving safety

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