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On Aug. 21, a total eclipse of the sun will occur over the United States, while Canada will experience a partial eclipse.

For sky-gazers in Montreal, 58 per cent of the sun will be covered, according to Kelly Lepo, co-ordinator for the McGill Space Institute and staff facilitator for AstroMcGill, which, among other things, seeks to increase public awareness of astronomy.

Here’s what you need to know about the eclipse in Montreal.

Where to watch

Several groups in the city are organizing gatherings for people to watch safely.

Espace pour la vie, representing the Biodome, Insectarium, Botanical Gardens and Planetarium, is holding an eclipse-watching event at the planetarium. From 1 to 4 p.m. on Aug. 21, there will be free admission at the Rio Tinto Alcan Planetarium at 4801 Pierre-de-Coubertin Ave. Free eclipse glasses will be available.