Celebrating the Solar Eclipse

Celebrating the Solar Eclipse

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America. This will be the last total solar eclipse in Canada until 2044. 

The Town of Shelburne has a limited amount of ISO 12312-2 compliant solar eclipse glasses. If you would like a complimentary pair, visit Shelburne Administrative Offices (Town Hall) located at 203 Main Street East in Shelburne. Open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. closed daily 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Town Hall will be closed on Monday April 1, 2024.

About the Solar Eclipse

The Town of Shelburne is sharing Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health information regarding the upcoming Solar Eclipse.

On Monday, April 8, 2024, from 2:00-4:30 p.m., the moon will pass between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow on the Earth’s surface. The Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph region will experience a partial eclipse (approximately 99%). It is important to start planning ahead now to be prepared to stay safe during the eclipse.

Eclipse Safety

Viewing the solar eclipse is exciting and there are ways to enjoy the event safely. Even if you do not plan to watch the event, these tips are important to know to protect you and your family’s vision.

• It is not safe to look at the Sun without approved eye protection. Regular sunglasses will not protect your eyes, even if they are very dark tint.
• Looking at the sun at any time during the eclipse without proper eye protection can cause permanent vision damage.
• You can watch safely using eclipse glasses that meet ISO 12312-2 standards. Here are some general safety tips when using eclipse glasses:
• Be sure to follow the instructions provided on/with the eclipse glasses.
• You shouldn’t be able to see anything through certified solar eclipse glasses except the sun.
• Make sure your eclipse glasses are free of bends, scratches or other defects and do not wear them if they are damaged.
• Ensure that your eclipse glasses fully cover your field of vision, you may need to hold down the sides.
• Put on your glasses before looking at the Sun and look away from the Sun before taking the glasses off.

For full details read Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health news article Preparing for safe viewing of the Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024