More info: A nice summary from the Ontario Pharmacists Association:
On April 8, 2024, North America will experience a total solar eclipse, with many communities in Southern Ontario falling in the path of totality, where the moon's shadow will entirely block the sun. Canada will not experience another total solar eclipse until 2044, so it may be a once-in-a-lifetime event for many Ontarians. Communities that fall within the path of totality should anticipate seeing an exceptionally large influx of tourism due to the eclipse. Members should review communications from their municipality regarding any regional considerations or concerns that these mass gatherings may introduce. The following information and resources can assist pharmacy professionals with answering patients' questions about the eclipse and how to view it safely:
More info: A nice summary from the Ontario Pharmacists Association:
On April 8, 2024, North America will experience a total solar eclipse, with many communities in Southern Ontario falling in the path of totality, where the moon's shadow will entirely block the sun. Canada will not experience another total solar eclipse until 2044, so it may be a once-in-a-lifetime event for many Ontarians. Communities that fall within the path of totality should anticipate seeing an exceptionally large influx of tourism due to the eclipse. Members should review communications from their municipality regarding any regional considerations or concerns that these mass gatherings may introduce. The following information and resources can assist pharmacy professionals with answering patients' questions about the eclipse and how to view it safely:
General Information and Safety:
Queen’s University: Education & Activities | Department of Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy (queensu.ca)
McMaster University: 2024 Eclipse - W.J. McCallion Planetarium (mcmaster.ca)
Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC): Eclipse 2024 | RASC
RASC Kingston: Welcome | RASC Kingston Centre
Canadian Association of Optometrists: Solar Eclipse Safety | The Canadian Association of Optometrists
Eclipse Glasses:
RASC: Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (rasc.ca)
Queen’s (list of suggested companies): Safety | Department of Physics, Engineering Physics & Astronomy (queensu.ca)
American Astronomical Society: Suppliers of Safe Solar Viewers & Filters | Solar Eclipse Across America (aas.org)
Eclipse 2024.org: Solar Eclipse Glasses, Made in USA | buy ISO-12312-2 Certified Eclipse Glasses to Protect your Eyes (eclipse2024.org)
Stuart
Some of the links from Stuart's presentation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Km3PClJQsY4 [RASC Official]
https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety [AAS]
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/eclipse-2024/safety/ [NASA]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t89dN92u39s [How to make a solar filter for your setup]
https://www.astropix.com/html/astrophotography/eclipse.html [Jerry Lodgriguss’ expert advice on exposures for each phase based on your f-ratio and ISO setting]
https://langellphotography.com/photograph-the-eclipse/ (you may be able to watch this)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEL1m91odvY (guy I know on Instagram who is good at this)