March 12 2024- The decision by school administrators in eastern Ontario to cancel classes on the day of a rare solar eclipse has sparked debate over whether they are overlooking a valuable teaching opportunity. On April 8, a solar eclipse will occur, with the moon aligning between the Earth and the sun. The eclipse is set to sweep across the Ottawa Valley and Quebec between 2:11 and 4:35 p.m., with certain areas like Cornwall and Kingston experiencing a total eclipse around 3:20 p.m. However, regions further north, such as Ottawa, will not witness the total eclipse event
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