University of Winnipeg
The project « Manitoba Lunar and Planetary 
STEM Network (MLaPS) » is designed to expose 
and train students (from kindergarten to 
grade 12) in lunar science, exploration and 
habitation using a variety of educational 
materials and approaches. A major focus is 
to use innovative hands-on activities in 
these areas, such as designing lunar 
sampling mechanisms, rover-based 
explorations of lunar analogue sites and 
assessing different materials for 
constructing lunar habitats. This project 
draws on expertise in conducting planetary 
exploration missions, designing and building 
technologies and platforms for future 
Canadian lunar missions, and lunar science.