Getting ready for the Perseid Meteor Shower
Here are some observation and photographing tips for the Perseids, which peak August 12-13, 2020.
Aug 04, 2020
Author: Elizabeth Howell
Sky News This Week: July 29, 2020
In the news recently: a telescope images multiple planets around a Sun-like star, volcanoes on Venus appear to be active and Hubble spots changes in haze on Saturn.
Jul 29, 2020
Sky News This Week: July 16, 2020
In the news: a Canadian space museum plans to re-open next month, a comet makes a beautiful appearance in Canadian skies, and more information emerges about how the life-friendly element of carbon was formed in the universe.
Jul 17, 2020
How to find satellites
Sometimes, it’s quite alright to get a nice satellite in your shot. Here are some tips on how to find the human-made orbital objects.
Jul 09, 2020
How to avoid satellites
Ever accidentally caught satellites in your astrophoto? Space journalist Elizabeth Howell has some tips on how to avoid them.
Jul 09, 2020
Penumbral lunar eclipse: July 4-5, 2020
The Moon will have a subtle shadow on the evening of July 4-5, 2020, as a penumbral lunar eclipse passes, visible from most areas in Canada.
Jun 25, 2020
A nod to Canada’s lunar leanings
Working with the High Commission, the U.K.-based Moon Festival is set to focus on Canada and its peoples’ connections to the Moon.
Jun 24, 2020
Sky News This Week: June 17, 2020
Canadian science and astronomy communities support #BlackLivesMatter, NASA changes up management for human spaceflight program, and a mission with Canadian participation catches cracking rocks on a distant asteroid.
Jun 17, 2020
How to make your house dark-sky friendly
Working on making a dark sky visible in your area? You can start at home.
Jun 05, 2020
