The best places in Canada to see the northern lights peak in 2025

The best places in Canada to see the northern lights peak in 2025

Last year saw a big uptick of aurora activity and this surge is expected to continue well into 2025. The northern lights are primed to scatter the skies across Canada with cosmic confetti, offering even more opportunities to witness the dazzling display for yourself — if you're in the right place, at the right time.

Parts of Alberta could see the northern lights overhead tonight

We hope you’re feeling well-rested! This week, night owls are encouraged to stay awake, look up, and be patient, because some Canadians will have a front-row seat to what might be a pretty dazzling northern lights display. What are the lights? A feast for the eyes, the northern lights are unlike anything else on Earth, but what are they? According to the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), the bucket list item is a “spectacular, colourful display of li…