Let's make this birthday one to remember.

61 years old (Born on October 20, 1963)

Happy Birthday, Julie Payette! From floating gracefully aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery on STS-96 to commanding robotic arms with precision during STS-127, you've truly shown us how Canadians can soar—literally. Your stellar career has inspired countless dreamers to reach for the stars (and maybe even Mars!).

Even back here on Earth, your leadership at the Canadian Space Agency left an astronomical impact. Today we celebrate not just another orbit around our sun but also your timeless ability to boldly go where few have gone before—and still return home smiling. Here's wishing you a birthday that's simply out-of-this-world!