Thanksgiving Canada 2025

In 2025, Thanksgiving Day will be a joyous celebration marking the conclusion of the bountiful fall harvest in the Northern Hemisphere.

2025年，感恩節將會係一個歡樂嘅慶祝活動，標誌住北半球秋天豐收嘅結束。

Harvest Moon October 7 CUM Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋節)

The full moon on October 6-7, 2025, will be a Harvest Moon and the first supermoon of that year. This Harvest Moon will appear larger, brighter, and earlier than usual.

2025年10月6日至7日的滿月將是豐收月，也是當年的首個超級月亮。這次的豐收月將比往年更大、更亮、更早出現。

Spectacular Tight Conjunction of Venus, the Moon, and Regulus

At 6 AM on a Friday, just before sunrise, a stunning sky scene unfolds in the east. As twilight begins to brighten, a thin Waning Crescent Moon appears very close to the brilliant planet Venus, with the star Regulus nearby. An amazing close alignment of Venus, the Moon, and Regulus on September 19th, 2025

週五清晨6時日出之前, 隨著暮色漸亮, 東方將呈現一幅美麗的夜空景象。一彎纖細的殘月與明亮的金星非常接近, 軒轅十四也近在咫尺.

金星, 月亮和軒轅十四的連珠景象令人驚嘆.

Waning Crescent Moon (29%), Jupiter and 3 bright stars

On the morning of September 16th, before dawn, the Waning Crescent Moon will be positioned between the bright planet Jupiter and the twin stars of Castor and Pollux

9月16日早晨, 殘月將位於木星和雙子星北河二和北河三之間，明亮的南河三位於附近

September Full Moon (Corn Moon) cum Total Lunar Eclipse

September's Corn Moon shone brightly during a total lunar eclipse, captivating stargazers worldwide. However, in Canada, the Moon will be on the opposite side of the Earth, making this September's eclipse invisible from our perspective.

We had the chance to witness a Total Lunar Eclipse earlier this year in March 2025.

76th The Canadian International Air Show 2025

Experience the thrill of North America's oldest air show, happening from August 30 to September 1, 2025, during the Labour Day Weekend. 

Mars and Venus on Chinese Valentine's Day (Qixi 七夕)

Experience the awe-inspiring spectacle of Mars and Venus, the two brightest planets, gracing the eastern sky just before sunrise on Chinese Valentine's Day (Qixi 七夕). This enchanting moment coincides with the Qixi Festival, a celebration that honours the annual reunion of Zhinü (織女) and Niulang (牛郎) from Chinese mythology.

感受火星和金星這兩顆最明亮的行星, 在七夕節日出前閃耀東方夜空的壯麗景象。這令人心馳神往的時刻恰逢七夕節，七夕節是慶祝中國神話傳說中織女與牛郎一年一度團聚的節日。

Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun, commonly referred to as the "Red Planet" due to its distinctive reddish hue. It is visible to the naked eye, making it easily recognizable.

火星是距離太陽第四遠的行星，因其略帶紅色的色調而被稱為“紅色星球”。它肉眼可見，易於辨認。

Waning Crescent Moon (16%) Meet Jupiter-Venus

In the early morning hours on August 19, the 16% Waning Crescent Moon hangs near Jupiter with Venus shining nearby.

Third Quarter, Venus and Jupiter Conjunction

Although the two planets, Venus and Jupiter, are now slowly drifting apart, they remain relatively close to each other from day to day

On August 11, 2025, Venus and Jupiter appeared so close together that they formed a double star in the dawn twilight, just before sunrise. 

Waning Gibbous (77%), Venus and Jupiter Conjunction

Waning Gibbous Meet Venus and Jupiter Conjunction

Observe the breathtaking view of the Waning Gibbous Moon as it glides past the impressive conjunction of the two brightest planets, Venus and Jupiter, in the eastern sky before sunrise on August 12, 2025

在8月11日2025年日出前東方天空中，欣賞張弦月優雅地掠過金星和木星這兩顆最明亮的行星的壯觀合相，這景象令人嘆為觀止。

The Sturgeon Moon 2025

The full moon in August occurs on the night of August 8-9 and is known as the Sturgeon Moon

Forest Fire Smoke

For an entire week, wildfire smoke has hung over Toronto, creating an unsettling haze that obscures the sun and moon. The once-clear skies have become a smoky veil, significantly diminishing visibility and casting a pall over the city.

整整一周，山火煙霧籠罩多倫多上空，形成令人不安的霧霾，遮蔽了陽光; 月亮。曾經晴朗的天空變成了一層煙霧瀰漫的面紗，能見度顯著下降，給這座城市蒙上了一層陰影。

57th Toronto Caribbean Carnival 2025

 

The 57th Toronto Caribbean Carnival is a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture, attracting millions and contributing over half a billion dollars to Toronto's economy.

第57屆多倫多加勒比海嘉年華是一場充滿活力的加勒比海文化盛會，吸引了數百萬參與者，為多倫多經濟貢獻了超過5億加幣。

Waning Crescent Moon and Venus Conjunction

On Monday, July 21, 2025, early risers across North America will be captivated by a rare astronomical event. A 15% illuminated waning crescent moon will pass directly in front of the dazzling planet Venus, providing a unique opportunity to see two of the night sky's brightest objects in apparent conjunction.

The Buck Moon 2025

The Buck Moon in 2025 will be a type of supermoon, which occurs when the Moon is both full and closest to Earth. The Buck Moon earns its name because July marks the season when male deer, known as bucks, grow their magnificent antlers in full bloom.

The Minor Heat (小暑節氣 Solar Term)

Today, July 7, marks the beginning of Minor Heat. The Minor Heat marks the start of the heat period on a very hot morning when the temperature reaches 27°C at 4:58 AM. But it is not yet the hottest time; the hotter Greater Heat will arrive on July 22nd.2025

今天，7月7日，標誌著小暑的開始。小暑標誌著炎熱天氣的開始，清晨4:58分氣溫將達到27°C。但這還不是最熱的時候；更熱的大暑將於2025年7月22日到來。

Sunday, July 6, 2025 Summer of Heat

Toronto is facing extreme summer heat again, with Sunday’s humidex potentially reaching 40°C. Daytime temperatures will range from 31°C to 34°C, with overnight lows between 21°C and 27°C.

Heat Wave Hits Toronto

A heat wave is currently affecting Toronto. Toronto is in the grips of a heat wave, with temperatures soaring to a staggering 36°C on Monday, feeling like an oppressive 46°C with humidity. This heat level hasn't been felt since July 13, 2016, and a heat warning is firmly in place. 

Waning Crescent Moon (6.1%)

Witness the captivating Waning Crescent Moon, shining at 6.1%, against the backdrop of a sweltering morning, where the temperature reaches a steamy 23°C

殘月（6.1%）出現在一個非常炎熱的早晨，氣溫為23°C。

The Summer Solstice (First Day of Summer)

On June 21, 2025, the Summer Solstice (夏至 solar term) will begin summer in the Northern Hemisphere. This day is the longest of the year.

Happy Father's Day

Wishing everyone a bright and healthy Father's Day filled with love and joy!

Hudson's Bay Last Day

The Bay has closed its doors after 355 years of operation. The Hudson's Bay Company, or "The Bay," has decisively ended its retail operations in Canada. After filing for creditor protection in March 2025, most stores closed by June. The company's trademarks and assets were sold to Canadian Tire, and others acquired some store leases.

Happy Mother's Day

Wishing everyone a vibrant and healthy Mother's Day filled with love and joy!

祝福女兒的女兒有個充滿活力、健康、充滿愛與歡樂的母親節！

 

A Triple Conjunction

Venus, Saturn, and the crescent moon will align in a stunning triple conjunction, creating a smiley face in the sky on Friday morning

April's Full Pink 'Micromoon'

April's full moon in 2025 will be a micromoon, which occurs when the moon is farthest from Earth. It will be the smallest of the three micromoons, with the next one happening in May.

Spring Snow

Toronto experienced a surprising blanket of snow this April, indicating that snowfall in mid-spring is truly a rare phenomenon in the city.

Toronto Freezing Rain 2025

Toronto awakens to a stunning sight this morning as a powerful ice storm blankets the Greater Toronto Area in freezing rain.