08/11/2026
A partial solar eclipse is an incredible sight—but even when the sun is partly covered, it is never safe to look directly at it without proper eye protection. On August 12, 2026, Toronto and the GTA will be able to see a partial solar eclipse between 12:55 p.m. and 2:23 p.m.
Here are a few important eye-safety reminders:
☀️ Wear certified eclipse glasses. Use solar viewers that meet the ISO 12312-2 international safety standard.
🕶️ Regular sunglasses are NOT enough. No matter how dark the lenses are, everyday sunglasses are not designed for direct solar viewing.
👓 Check your eclipse glasses first. Don’t use them if the lenses are scratched, punctured, torn or damaged.
📱 Be careful with cameras, phones, binoculars and telescopes. Looking at the sun through an optical device requires a properly designed solar filter on the front of the device. Eclipse glasses alone are not sufficient when looking through binoculars, telescopes or camera lenses.
👧 Supervise children closely. Make sure little ones understand how to use their eclipse glasses correctly and keep them on whenever looking toward the sun.
🌘 Remember: a partial eclipse is never totality. Proper solar eye protection is required throughout the entire partial eclipse.
Looking directly at the sun can damage the retina and potentially cause permanent vision loss—so enjoy this amazing celestial event, but make eye safety your first priority.
