Proud Organization Member of the
International Dark-Sky Association
Stars Up Lights Down
The Durham Region Astronomical Association
Light Pollution Abatement Committee
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Region of Durham
The DRAA was able to get light pollution recognized in the Region of Durham’s Community Strategic Plan. “Addressing light pollution” is one of the key strategic environmental actions to be addressed by Regional Council. This should pavethe way to introduce appropriate policies in the Durham Regional Official Plan (now under review).
City of Oshawa
In October 2000, the City of Oshawa adopted a policy to use full cut-off (flat glass) street lights (luminaries) in all new installations, and to replace failed lights, or existing lights when pole lines are rebuilt, with full cut-off luminaries
The policy also “encourages” the development community (builders of commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings) to use full cut-off lighting and implement lighting designs that minimize the scattering of light into the atmosphere.
The City was awarded a certificate for light pollution abatement in recognition of these initiatives by the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. This initiative was also recognized by the International Dark-Sky Association.
City of Pickering
The City requested a recommendation on a new street light for parts of the downtown along Highway 2 (Kingston Road). The recommended fixture was used by the City.
Town of Whitby
The Town has been installing full cut-off street lighting in some areas.
Municipality of Clarington
The Municipality has been installing full cut-off street lighting in some areas.