Canada’s top science advisor is calling for the creation of a federal agency to investigate reports of unidentified aerial phenomena, arguing it’s only a matter of time before evidence of extraterrestrial life is discovered.Dr. Mona Nemer, who earns $393,000 annually as the federal science advisor, made the recommendation in a report obtained through Access to Information. Blacklock's Reporter says the Sky Canada Project suggests that sightings of unexplained aerial objects deserve serious scientific investigation and that witnesses — especially pilots and air traffic controllers — should be able to report encounters without fear of ridicule.“No sign of extraterrestrial life has been detected to date,” the report states. “However, most scientists consider it only a matter of time before it is discovered.”.Nemer assigned seven employees to the project, though the total cost was not disclosed. Her office is urging cabinet to create a centralized bureau under the Canadian Space Agency to collect and assess eyewitness reports of UFOs, officially referred to as “unidentified aerial phenomena.”The proposed office would handle case investigations, issue public updates, and coordinate with other scientific and government bodies to ensure consistent data collection and analysis.Canada has not had a dedicated UFO research program since 1995, when the National Research Council ended its investigations as part of government cost-cutting.Nemer’s report highlights that fear of being discredited often discourages witnesses from coming forward. “Pilots and air traffic controllers may be reluctant to report sightings due to fear of reputational damage,” it said..The report adds that stigma around unidentified phenomena has hampered serious research. “The Sky Canada Project seeks to dispel stigma by recommending approaches that promote openness, transparency and scientific integrity.”Among its proposals, the report also calls for public education campaigns, science-based explanations of sightings, and encouragement for aviation professionals to participate in studies without repercussions.“How can you prove that none of the sightings are extraterrestrial?” the report asked. “By definition it is impossible… the absence of an explanation is not proof that phenomena are extraterrestrial. In science the burden of proof rests with those who make the claim.”
