This geomagnetic activity is caused by a recent solar eruption, which emitted a burst of energy toward Earth.
As the particles collide with the atmosphere, they form the glowing green, pink and purple curtains that aurora hunters are familiar with.
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Tips for chasing the aurora
If you’re heading out, experts recommend finding a dark spot far away from city lights and allowing your eyes to adjust—faint auroras can appear slowly before bursting into colour.
For those looking to capture the moment, a tripod can make all the difference.
So, whether you’re in the Prairies, Ontario, Quebec, or even the northern U.S., this week’s skies could be worth staying up late for.
