On 20 October 1497, while in Bologna, Copernicus received official notification of his appointment as a canon and of the comfortable income he would receive without having to return to carry out any duties.
20. oktoobril 1497, kuid Bologna, Kopernik saanud ametliku teate oma nimetamise canon ja mugav tulu ta saaks ilma tagasi viia läbi mis tahes kohustusi.