Solar Eclipse Safety with Merivale Vision Care

Last Updated: 
April 27, 2026

The buzz in town is all about the upcoming solar eclipse, a rare celestial event that occurs when the moon aligns perfectly between the Earth and the sun

Note: This post was originally published on merivalevisioncare.com or wellingtonvisioncare.com. Merivale Vision Care is now Vision Care Merivale and Wellington Vision Care is now Vision Care Wellington, part of Vision Care Ottawa.

The buzz in town is all about the upcoming solar eclipse, a rare celestial event that occurs when the moon aligns perfectly between the Earth and the sun, casting a captivating shadow over our planet.

At about 3:20 pm, parts of Ontario will experience a total eclipse, where the moon completely blocks the sun. Protecting your eyes during this extraordinary event is essential.

The only safe way to look directly at the sun is through specially designed solar filters, used in eclipse glasses or solar eclipse viewers held over your eyes, available at safe vendors such as Merivale Vision Care.

Never look at the sun through an unfiltered camera, telescope, or binoculars, even with eclipse glasses. The lenses on these devices intensify light rays and will damage the protective properties of eclipse glasses and your eyes.

At Merivale Vision Care, we offer safe eclipse glasses for purchase to protect your eyes, so be sure to pop in to get some for you and your loved ones to ensure safe viewing and healthy eyes during this rare and amazing solar event.

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