Canadian Magazine Industry News
9 July 2015, TORONTO
The Royal Astronomical Society purchases SkyNews
![]() |
|
The magazine for amateur astronomers provides readers with celestial photos, expert equipment advice, and the latest developments in the world of astronomy, each issue.
The RASC, a leading Canadian astronomy organization counts over 4,900 amateur, educators and professionals as members.
“This is a monumental event, one that bodes well for our Society and for SkyNews,” James Edgar, the society’s national president, said.“The acquisition of the magazine ensures that our long-standing relationship will continue far into the future, a relationship that we have seen increase in several dimensions over the past few years. This can only mean an improvement to member benefits, plus it provides a new way for us to grow our public outreach.”
SkyNews and the RASC are a natural fit. Members of RASC have contributed articles and photography to the publication over the years, and the organization has received the publication since 1997.
![]() |
|
"One of my distinct pleasures in the past two decades has been gathering an all-Canadian team of astronomy writers, photographers, illustrators, designers and editorial experts to steer a steady course for SkyNews,” Dickinson said. “Our readers have supported us as the magazine has doubled in size since its founding. I am absolutely delighted that The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada will be moving into the driver's seat as we head into the next two decades."
Comment (1) Post a Comment
Most Recent News Comment
![]() |
|
Jaded says: | |
Wow, Torstar really seems to be on a mission to bankrupt one magazine after another.... |
Most Recent Blog Comment
![]() |
|
Lorene Shyba says: | |
Full of terrific information, Thanks!... |
Special Reports