In the wake of an eventful 1967, the public interest in UFOs was high. The Canadian government maintained a cautious and often contradictory approach. This era saw a shift in citizen engagement from seeking information about UFOs to challenging government secrecy more broadly.
The government's perceived lack of transparency fueled conspiracy theories about UFOs and potential cover-ups. Citizens, frustrated by the lack of clear answers, turned to alternative sources of information, often influenced by media and popular culture, to fill the gaps left by official channels
The push for greater government transparency regarding UFOs coincided with a broader movement advocating for access to information legislation in Canada. In 1983, the Access to Information Act came into effect
URM is based in Winnipeg, URM focuses on local sightings and starts providing research into the Canadian UFO phenomena. This group is an early proponent of collecting testimonies and public engagement.
The UFO Investigators Network focused on UFO sightings and abduction cases across Canada.
In 1983, the Access to Information Act came into effect and allowed in subsequent years for the divulging of information related to the UFO phenomenon.
OURIG brought together a number of UFO investigators in Ontario to look into sightings, with an emphasis on public education and scientific analysis.
The Canadian UFO Survey / Ufology Research of Manitoba (UFOROM) was launched by a group of citizen researchers (including Chris Rutkowski and Stanton Friedman) to collate UFO sightings and abduction reports across Canada. Since its inception, the survey has published an annual report summarizing the number of sightings, the characteristics of those sightings, and any notable patterns. The reports provide breakdowns by province, type of sighting, and often include a comparison with previous years to spot trends. This project has become one of the most influential sources of Canadian UFO data and is often cited by both enthusiasts and skeptical scientists alike.
The Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) Canada is an extension of the American MUFON organization, this group expands the scope of citizen-led UFO research across Canada, offering local chapters and investigations in various provinces.
TUFORG was established to focus on UFO sightings and the socio-cultural impact of UFOs in Canadian society. The group is active in publishing research and hosting public meetings.
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