CWSF

The Canadian Wide-field Survey Facility, often abbreviated as CWSF, was a Canadian astronomical project focused on wide-field imaging of the night sky. Its primary goal was to conduct large-scale surveys to identify and catalog celestial objects, contributing to our understanding of the universe's structure and evolution. The facility utilized specialized telescopes and instruments designed for efficiently capturing vast areas of the sky, enabling the study of phenomena such as galaxy distributions, stellar populations, and transient events.

CWSF played a significant role in various astronomical research areas. It provided valuable data for projects investigating dark matter and dark energy, as well as for the search for exoplanets and the characterization of the Milky Way galaxy. The observational data generated by CWSF was made available to the broader astronomical community, fostering collaboration and accelerating scientific discovery. The project represented a substantial investment in Canadian astronomy, enhancing the nation's capabilities in observational cosmology and astrophysics. Its legacy includes a wealth of scientific publications and a deeper understanding of the cosmos.