Canada's Northern Lights Now Available in High Definition

Online Observatory Launches to Showcase Natural Phenomenon

Tips on How to View the Aurora Borealis

Nestled along the shores of Hudson Bay and positioned directly under the aurora oval, Churchill, Manitoba, is widely considered the best place in the world to view the aurora borealis. Thanks to a new online observatory, anyone can now experience the natural phenomenon in high definition from the comfort of their own homes.

The observatory, launched by the Polar Bears International conservation organization, features live streaming video of the aurora borealis. The footage is captured by a high-definition camera that is positioned on the roof of the Churchill Northern Studies Centre. The camera is equipped with a special lens that is designed to capture the faint light of the aurora borealis.

In addition to the live streaming video, the observatory also provides information on the aurora borealis, including how to view it and what causes it. There is also a section on the website where visitors can share their own photos and videos of the aurora borealis.

The aurora borealis is a natural phenomenon that occurs when charged particles from the sun interact with the Earth's magnetic field. The particles are drawn to the Earth's magnetic poles, which is why the aurora borealis is most commonly seen in high-latitude regions. The aurora borealis can appear in a variety of colors, including green, pink, purple, and blue.

The best time to view the aurora borealis in Canada is from December to March, when there are more hours of darkness. The very best place to see the aurora borealis in Canada -- if not the world -- is the Northwest Territories, which is located in the northernmost part of the country.