Aurora Borealis in Canada
The Aurora Borealis, popularly known as the Northern Lights , is a natural phenomenon that occurs when solar particles interact with the atmosphere in the Earth's magnetic field. This releases energy, creating peculiar luminous green streaks across the sky that can be complemented by large expanses full of beautiful pillars of light and even moving shapes in green but depending on the strength also in other colors such as purple or pink.
Best time and place
Top locations to see the Northern Lights in Canada are Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut, but it can also be seen in Alberta and other northern regions under favorable conditions. Important are a clear, dark night with no moonlight and no light pollution from cities or roads. The best time to see this wonder of nature is from late August to mid-April. During the day, admire impressive mountains, glaciers in an old mining village or gold mining towns that capture the imagination. Visit the capital city of Whitehorse, discover beautiful natural areas and watch the color spectacle of the Northern Lights from this remote area.