Light Pollution
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U of M study straps tiny ‘GPS backpacks’ on birds, finds light pollution affecting migration'We need to pay attention to what flying animals need in order migrate,' say researchers at the University of Manitoba studying the effects of light pollution on migratory birds.ScienceApr 28, 2022
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Calgary astronomers hope Dark Sky event reduces light pollutionScientists and students are urging Albertans to reduce their use of lights at night in order to reduce light pollution.CanadaApr 21, 2022
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U of R research shows satellites will have ‘devastating’ effect on light pollution in coming yearsResearch shows that Canadian cities including Regina, Calgary and Winnipeg will see the largest impact from an overabundance of communications satellites in the night sky.ScienceSep 14, 2021
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Security measure or nuisance?: Lake Country neighbours at odds over lightingAt the centre of the dispute is the lighting on the Home Hardware location on Woodsdale Road in Lake Country.Jan 14, 2021
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Alberta’s Rothney Observatory telescope images being threatened by light pollutionAs the city of Calgary expands, officials from the Rothney Observatory are warning about the threat of light pollution.EnvironmentFeb 26, 2020
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Here are the best places to stargaze in Canada this summerThe Canadian Space Agency has released an official list of the best places to gaze at the cosmos this summer. Are you heading to any of these spots?CanadaJul 8, 2018
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Reality check: How bad are Christmas lights for the environment?Here are some ways those lighting up their homes for Christmas can be more environmentally friendly.EnvironmentDec 17, 2017
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City of Vancouver seeking public input on high tech signsThe City of Vancouver is interested in the possible expansion of electronic signs and is looking to get public input.PoliticsAug 18, 2016
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Where you can go to see the stars this summerLooking to experience the splendour of the Milky Way this summer? Here are a few tips on how you can find a perfect spot to soak up the night sky.LifestyleJun 25, 2016
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Only one-third of humanity can see Milky Way due to light pollution: studyA new global atlas of light pollution was published in the journal Science Advances on Friday. The international research team concluded that the Milky Way is only visible to one-third of humanity.ScienceJun 10, 2016
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