Brampton Tech Talks: The Future of Space Tech

Space is no longer just about rockets and astronauts — it’s about the future of technology, careers, and innovation that touch our lives every day. From GPS on your phone to satellites that monitor climate change, guide healthcare, and support agriculture, space tech is shaping how we live on Earth while opening doors to new opportunities beyond it.

The Future of Space Tech is designed to inspire the next generation to see themselves in this growing sector. You’ll hear from Canadian innovators who are leading ventures in areas like space mining and orbital sustainability — and discover how their work connects directly to issues that matter for our planet, our communities, and our future.

• Students & youth curious about science, technology, and careers in space

• Young professionals & aspiring innovators eager to explore opportunities in emerging tech

• Educators & parents who want to connect youth with the future of space exploration

• Community members interested in understanding Canada’s growing role in the space economy

• See the bigger picture – Understand how space tech goes beyond rockets to shape industries like healthcare, climate, agriculture, and sustainability.

• Discover new possibilities – Learn about groundbreaking Canadian ventures like Moon Trades (space mining) and Canadian Space Incubator (orbital sustainability) that show how startups are leading innovation.

• Find your pathway – Explore the many roles youth can play in space tech: from scientists and engineers to entrepreneurs, policy makers, and community builders.

Get inspired to act – Hear real stories from Canadian founders who started with bold ideas and turned them into impactful ventures.

• Learn how to start today – Gain insights into education paths, community programs, and opportunities in Brampton and beyond that can help you take your first step into space tech.

Wintta Ghebreiyesus is the Founder & CEO of Moon Trades Technologies, focused on autonomous robotics for lunar mining and sustainable energy solutions. With a PhD in Aerospace Engineering from Toronto Metropolitan University, she has over a decade of experience in AI-powered robotics, environmental sustainability, and advanced manufacturing. Wintta is committed to advancing in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) and leveraging technology for real-world impact. She also mentors emerging leaders in deep tech, space innovation, and sustainability.

Gurpreet Singh is a space engineer and the founder of Canadian Space Incubator Inc., a Brampton-based startup advancing orbital sustainability through high-altitude observation technologies. He leads the SOBER project (Stratospheric Observatory for Brightness Evaluation and Reporting), which uses balloon-borne electro-optical systems to measure the brightness of satellites and assess their environmental impact on dark skies. Gurpreet is also a PhD candidate at the University of Waterloo and has collaborated with the European Space Agency, Canadian Space Agency, and international partners on optical payload design, calibration, and mission development.

John Dias is an award-winning entrepreneur and certified teacher. He is the CEO & Founder of Dias Learning Interactive Ltd., an innovative education company focused on developing interactive S.T.E.A.M. lessons for children in both French and English. Many of Dias Learning’s science programs are focused on space, robotics, and environmental sustainability. John is also the founder of the T.I.L.E. (Toronto International Language Exchange) program. He studied executive leadership at the Rotman School of Management and also completed his MA, Bed, and HBA at the University of Toronto. He plans to pursue a PhD in language and literacy education, and to develop many more multilingual educational programs for children focused on space!

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