Night Sky
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Manitoba provincial park gets dark-sky designation from astronomical societySpruce Woods Provincial Park was designated as Manitoba's first 'dark-sky preserve,' parks minister Jeff Wharton said Wednesday.ScienceAug 31, 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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Aurora watch: Saskatchewan skies see uptick in northern lights displaysNorthern lights sightings in Saskatchewan are on the rise as activity on the sun's surface picks up.CanadaApr 28, 2021
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Okanagan stargazers delighted by Comet NEOWISE: ‘It’s a very rare opportunity’Experts predict that we will be able to see the comet for another week as it travels away from the sun.Jul 21, 2020
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IN PHOTOS: After months of little activity, northern lights dance across Western Canadian skiesIt's been several months since a good northern lights display has been visible as far south as Brooks, Alta.EnvironmentMar 28, 2019
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This weekend is lit: a chance to catch the aurora borealisAlberta may get a dazzling light show this weekend.ScienceMar 23, 2019
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Winnipeg musician’s album release show inclusive and accessibleSinger-songwriter and violinist Raine Hamilton has always loved music and she has taken steps to ensure her passion can be shared with everyone.EntertainmentMar 20, 2018
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Perseid meteor shower to put on dazzling show over Vancouver Thursday nightNASA says the shower will be one of the best potential meteor viewing opportunities this year, with an onslaught of amazingly fast and bright meteors being most noticeable on Aug. 11 and 12.WeatherAug 10, 2016
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