ExCANFAR: Expanding the Canadian Astronomy Network for Advanced Research - 2025 DRI Connect poster

Poster created for DRI Connect 2025 (English Version). --- The Digital Research Alliance of Canada (the Alliance) has signed a $34.7M contribution agreement with the National Research Council of Canada to deliver critical astronomy research infrastructure through the expansion (Ex) of the Canadian Advanced Network for Astronomy Research (CANFAR). By leveraging our strong relationships with regional partners and technical expertise, the Alliance is favourably situated in the Canadian DRI ecosystem for facilitating this expansion. From 2024 through 2031, the NRC and the Alliance will work together with hosting sites across Canada to elevate domestic and international astronomy research, with specific attention on enabling Canada’s participation in the SKA Observatory (SKAO) and facilitating the establishment of a Canadian SKA Regional Centre (SRC).