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Information about auroras and the role of the Sun in their formation.

Factors that determine the different colours of the aurora.

Online observatory to watch Canada's northern lights in high definition, either in real time or on video.

Some tips on how to view the norhtern lights in person or even from the comfort of your home.

Recommended equipment and settings to take great photos of the norhtern lights.

Canadian research on the ionosphere, the magnetosphere, and the processes of space weather.

Interactive exhibition in Yellowknife about the aurora borealis.