The Township of Seguin in Ontario, Canada, is taking steps to preserve its night skies by proposing a bylaw aimed at regulating outdoor lighting. The bylaw seeks to mitigate light pollution by requiring residents to use full-cut-off light fixtures, which shield light sources and reduce glare. Billboards would also need to be illuminated from the top to minimize light trespass. If enacted, the bylaw could impose fines for non-compliance. Public consultations on the draft, presented to the council on April 20, will run until May 12. Experts from DarkSky, a non-profit organization focused on protecting dark environments, note that light pollution significantly impacts wildlife, particularly migratory birds that depend on natural light for navigation. The proposed regulations could enhance the rural community's character and safety by improving visibility on roads and waterways. Nearby communities, such as Muskoka Lakes and Huntsville, have already implemented similar outdoor lighting bylaws.