Millions of Canadians are gearing up to watch the solar eclipse on April 8, and this has led to a dramatic increase in the price of glasses for the celestial event on Amazon Canada.

These reports indicate that Canada will not witness such a phenomenon until August 23, 2044. At that time, astronomers in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut will be able to witness the event again.

Those who plan to look to the sky on Monday to see this rare phenomenon are advised to exercise due caution. The most important step you can take is to purchase safe eclipse viewing equipment.

NASA warns that it is dangerous to look directly at the sun without special eye protection when the moon is completely in front of it. Viewing without protection can cause serious eye damage and even blindness.

A review of the list of sellers of this equipment on Amazon Canada shows that the recent increase in demand for solar eclipse glasses has also caused their prices to increase.

For example, a two-pack of Soluna solar eclipse glasses, which used to be just $10.99, is now $19.99. Also, the price of a two-pack of Medical King solar eclipse glasses has increased to $18.99, which was just $8.73 on March 25.

IMPORTANT: Even with eclipse glasses, never look at the Sun through a camera lens, telescope, binoculars, or other optical devices. The concentrated rays of the sun can seriously damage your eyes.

Tips for safe solar eclipse viewing:

Get solar eclipse glasses from reputable stores.
Before using the glasses, make sure they are healthy.
Never look directly at the sun, even with special glasses.
Take care of children and do not let them look at the sun unattended.
Do not use telescopes, binoculars, or other optical devices to view the eclipse without proper filters.
By following these tips, you can enjoy this wonderful phenomenon and at the same time protect the health of your eyes.

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