Canadian Association of Rocketry

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The Canadian Association of Rocketry (CAR) is the self-supporting, non-profit governing body for the sport/hobby of model rocketry in Canada. CAR was established in 1965.

Among its many duties, CAR is:

to promote development of Amateur Aerospace as a recognized sport and worthwhile amateur activity.
the official national body for amateur aerospace in Canada.
a chartering organization for model rocket clubs across the country.
offers its' chartered clubs contest sanction and assistance in getting and keeping flying sites.
the voice of its' membership, providing liaison and certification programs with Transport Canada, Natural Resources Canada (Explosives Regulatory Division), and other government agencies
also works with local governments, zoning boards and parks departments to promote the interests of local chartered clubs.
CAR is the principal stakeholder representing Non-military, Non-commercial aerospace on the Transport Canada Canadian Aviation Regulatory Advisory Council (CARAC) which is responsible for maintaining and developing the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARS).
a Rocketry Association whose rules and regulations as formally acceptable to the Minister of Transport.