Holiday Cheer

Holiday cheer

BY NICK LABA

Despite directing the performance for 12 years, and dancing in it years before that, Chan Hon Goh still gets nerves when she hears the tune of the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy

“I don’t think that will ever disappear,” she said, remarking on the difficulty of the steps and the strict physical regimen she maintained while in performance season as former principal dancer for The National Ballet of Canada

Now that she produces the show, Goh said it’s incredibly rewarding to see the dedication of her cast who are currently

putting in 14 16 hour days, seven days a week to make the final product shine on stage “The number of audience members that come up to say that they’ve made it their family tradition, or that it’s something that creates this warm, little bit of a departure in a world where so many things are beyond our control,” she said “That there is such goodness in The Nutcracker, speaks tenfold to me ”

From Dec 15 to 18, Goh Ballet’s The Nutcracker is returning for five live performances at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, for the first time in three years The classic show is coming back in a big

way, with a diverse cast of star dancers from international companies, a strong showing of local performers and a lobby packed with interactive experiences

“When a family has gone all out to enjoy a performance I want to make sure that they just really live it to its fullest, and be able to like take something home that will last.”

Hailing from New York City Ballet is principal dancer Ashley Boulder, who plays the Sugar Plum Fairy Pacific Northwest Ballet’s newly named principal Cecilia Iliesiu takes the part of the Snow Queen Sterling Baca, principal dancer with the Philadelphia Ballet plays The Cavalier. Locally, Vancouver drag performer Symone (Christopher Hunte) is coming back as the larger than life Mother Ginger

The role of Clara will be shared as all children’s roles are by Theepika Sivananthan of Surrey and Poppie Jenke of West Vancouver Poppie, 12, attends Mulgrave School, and will be joined by her younger brother Oscar, 6, who plays one of the little mice

The cast is being highlighted as one of Canada’s most diverse group of Nutcracker performers to date This year’s show features dancers from more than seven countries, speaking eight languages and spanning ages six to 73 The artform of ballet is about showing your best work, Goh said “This means that dancers of all backgrounds and preferences should have

equal opportunity

“The ballet world has recognized that sometimes this has not been the case,” she continues “Speaking on our part, we feel like from the premiere of our Nutcracker, we have featured dancers from diverse racial backgrounds, as well as people from the LGBTQ community”

Goh explained that while her version of The Nutcracker is a traditional version, it does get updated every year, often inspired by the dancers who come in The peppermint dance in Act 2 features more male dancers this year, and unicorns have been added to the snow scene

Also, her team has put in a lot of effort to expand the audience experience beyond the performance itself. Sections of the Queen E lobby will be set up as large scale photo areas, decorated as replicas of some of the stage sets A choir will sing Christmas carols inside

VIP guests can get a get a guided backstage tour after the show. Goh tells ticket holders to come early, especially those with young children, as kids aged four to seven can come an hour before the show to meet some of the characters and even learn some dance steps

“When a family has gone all out to enjoy a performance I want to make sure that they just really live it to its fullest, and be able to like take something home that will last,” Goh said

Jerome

Goh Ballet’s The Nutcraker Dec 15 18 | Queen Elizabeth Theatre Tickets at gohnutcracker com

My husband dresses as Santa for a whole month

My husband, Ken Fedoruk, thinks about Christmas 365 days a year.

An artist with an incredible talent and passion for creating holiday cheer through his work, his life really ramps up from late November until Christmas day During the holiday season he dons his custom made Santa coat and authentic jingle bell boots, then grabs a pock t f ll f d and makes it his m Christmas cheer t his community of Vancouver

Ken wears his outfit every day and can be spotted grocery shopping, running errands, meeting friends or out for a casual beer His enthusiasm is contagious, as he liberally hands out smiles, holida greetings, multi flavoured candy c and small gifts ret from the many po pouches of his San

Kids jump at the opportunity to get close to him and ask the age old question He walks along smiling and nodding at the odd looks he receives from believers and non believers. To him, Christmas is a gift that he’s more than happy to share!

Joan Fedoruk,

North Vancouver

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, so we (the jolly team at North Shore News) have been busy at work creating a map that will light the way to all the best holiday displays across the North Shore

Many North and West Vancouverites have taken to decking out their yards with beautiful displays to help spread extra cheer, and they’re well worth a look There’s everything from giant blow up Santa and friends displays, rooftops lined with the characters from Dr Seuss’

Whoville, and simply stunning traditional showcases that are sure to put a smile on even the Grinch’s dial

If you have a dazzling display of your own, don’t forget to tell us so we can add it to the map You can send a picture and your address to editor@nsnews com

The map will pop up live on nsnews com on Dec 1

Happy Holidays, North Shore!

Ken Fedoruk loves Christmas so much that he spends the month leading up to the big day dressing up as Santa, handing out gifts and candy canes to everyone he meets.

OAN FEDORUK

Holiday Happenings

Opening Friday, Dec. 2, 1 8 p.m.

Shipyards Skate Plaza

Enjoy a festive ice skate with friends and family during the holiday season Free admission, skate rentals available

Info: cnv org/skateplaza Dec. 2 4, 8 11, 15 18

Snow White

North Vancouver Players brings your favourite fairy tale characters in this classic seasonal pantomine by Nick Moore and directed by Meghan McGuinness Gill

The Theatre at Hendry Hall 815 East 11th St., North Vancouver Tickets: northvanplayers ca

Friday, Dec 2, 5 p m 7:30 p m

Parkgate Winter Lights

Celebrate the start of the holiday season with a free community event for all ages

Parkgate Plaza

3625 Banff Ct , North Vancouver

Info: parkgatesociety ca

Friday, Dec. 2 at 8 p.m. / Saturday, Dec 3 at 2 p m and 7:30 p m Espiritu Vocal Ensemble

“Sing a New Noel”

Under artistic director, Anita Comba, enjoy a collection of seasonal favourites to warm your heart and lift your soul

West Vancouver United Church 2062 Esquimalt Ave., West Vancouver

Tickets: espirituvocalensemble ca

Saturday, Dec. 3, 3 7 p.m.

Spirit of the Season Festival

Come enjoy this kick off to the holiday season featuring lighting of the tree, visits with Santa and Mrs Claus, live music, ice skating, hot chocolate, food trucks, artisan market and more

The Shipyards

125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver Info: cnv org

Saturday, Dec. 3 and 10, 10 a.m. noon and 1 3 p m

Holiday Magic Photos in StoryLab

Bring the family (max 6 people) to have photos taken in front of our StoryLab green screen; choose from one of five festive backgrounds We’ll email the file to you so you can share it with friends and family

North Vancouver District Public Library 1277 Lynn Valley Rd , North Vancouver Email for info: info@nvdpl ca

Sunday, Dec 4, 2:30 4 p m

Twas the Night Before Christmas

The Sea to Sky Wind Ensemble performs its annual holiday orchestral concert featuring many popular seasonal numbers St. Andrew’s United Church 1044 St Georges Ave , North Vancouver

Sunday, Dec. 4, 4 5 p.m.

Grand Tree Lighting Ceremony

Free family fun including live music, face painting, balloon twisting, a lantern parade and more 70 decorated Christmas trees will light up to mark the start of the holiday season in Lynn Valley Lynn Valley Village 1277 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver Info: lvca ca

Thursday, Dec. 8, 2 4 p.m.

Parkgate Holiday Open House

Come enjoy seasonal music and refreshments

North Vancouver District Public Library (Parkgate branch) 3675 Banff Ct., North Vancouver Email for info: info@nvdpl ca

Friday, Dec. 9, 1 3 p.m.

Holiday Open House

Celebrate the season with hot cocoa, cookies and carols everyone is welcome!

Mollie Nye House 940 Lynn Valley Rd , North Vancouver Info: lvss.ca

Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m.

A WonderHeads Christmas Carol

Be whisked away with Ebenezer Scrooge on his magical Christmas Eve adventure Prepare to laugh, cry, and be utterly enchanted by this whimsical production!

Centennial Theatre 2300 Lonsdale Ave , North Vancouver Tickets: nvrc ca/centennial theatre

Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2 3 p.m.

Wrap it Up

Learn several creative ways to wrap gifts; materials will be provided

North Vancouver District Public Library (Capilano branch) 3045 Highland Blvd., North Vancouver Email for info: info@nvdpl ca

Saturday, Dec 17, 3 10 p m

Christmas Wassail and Bonfire Night Dundarave Beach, West Vancouver Info: dundaravefestival com

Sunday, Dec 18, 2 4 p m

Annual Christmas Concert

Join St Stephen’s community singers and guests Saxalamode quartet, for a concert featuring seasonal favourites for choir, piano and saxophone

St Stephen’s Anglican Church 885 22nd St , West Vancouver Info: ststephenschurch ca

Sunday, Dec 18, 3 4:30 p m

Winter Patterns featuring Musica Intima Vocal Ensemble

A must see live concert sprinkled with favourite Christmas carols arranged by ensemble members past and present West Vancouver United Church 2062 Esquimalt Ave., West Vancouver Tickets: musicaintima org

Saturday, Dec. 24 at 4 p.m.

Community Carol Sing

Shipbuilder’s Stage at the Shipyards 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver

On now until Dec 24 at 5 p m

Annual Holiday Shop

Shop a carefully curated selection of gift items made by independent artists

The Polygon Gallery

Wednesday, Dec 14, 3 5:30 p m

Community Winter Market Shop local this holiday season at North Shore ConneXion’s Community Winter Market and support small businesses Admission is free; venue is wheelchair accessible 1095 Churchill Cres , North Vancouver Info: nsconnexions org

Thursday, Dec 15 to Sunday, Dec 18 The Nutcracker

This beloved Christmas ballet returns and features West Vancouver’s Theepika Sivananthan in the key milestone role of Clara

Queen Elizabeth Theatre 650 Hamilton St., Vancouver Info and tickets: gohballet com

Saturday, Dec. 17, and Sunday, Dec. 18, noon 6 p m

101 Carrie Cates Ct , North Vancouver Info: thepolygon ca

On now until Dec. 24

Photos and visits with Santa Visit Santa in his stunning new home designed by lifestyle blogger Monika Hibbs Pet photos being offered on Dec 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16, from 5 p m to 7 p m

Capilano Mall 935 Marine Dr , North Vancouver Info: capilanomall.com

On now until Jan. 22

Canyon Lights

Don’t miss this annual event that transforms the park into an unforgettable holiday light experience

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park 3735 Capilano Rd , North Vancouver Tickets: capbridge com

Saturday, Dec 3

Forest of Miracles

Come view more than 100 decorated/ lit Christmas trees as the kick off to the annual Dundarave Festival of Lights Each tree is sponsored by a local business, with all donations going to North Shore Shelter

Dundarave Beach, West Vancouver Info: dundaravefestival.com

Saturday, Dec 3 at 6 p m

Burrard Yacht Club Festival of Lights

On water parade of festively lit boats will depart from Burrard Yacht Club and cruise east to Lonsdale Quay then across to Coal Harbour and back to the yacht club

Saturday, Dec. 10, and Sunday, Dec 11, at 10 a m

Shipyards Christmas Artisan Market

The Pipe Shop 115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver

Holiday Pop Up Market

Hosted by Made in the 604, you’ll find one of a kind gifts for your loved ones free admission

The Pipe Shop

115 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver

Email for info: hello@madeinthe604 ca

Saturday, Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec 18 at 4:30 p m

A Winter’s Twist

Enjoy a reimagined contemporary dance spectacularly inspired by the beloved classic Romeo and Juliet Tickets start at only $25 BlueShore Financial Centre for the Performing Arts 2055 Purcell Way, North Vancouver Tickets: lamondance com

On now until Jan 2

Peak of Christmas

Enjoy mountaintop ice skating, light tunnel and enchanting light displays

Grouse Mountain 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver Tickets: grousemountain.com

On now until Dec. 23

17th Annual West Vancouver

Emergency Services Gift Drive

Members of West Vancouver police, fire and rescue, and transit are teaming up to collect new, unwrapped gifts for children 18 years and younger in support of Family Services of the North Shore Christmas Bureau

Email for info: jeffpalmer@wvpd ca

MINA KERR LAZENBY

LOCAL JOURNALISM INITIATIVE REPORTER

Whether it’s hiding a Christmas pickle on the tree or throwing back Bucks Fizz the morning of, everyone has differing opinions on what traditions make Christmas important.

Yet while rituals vary from household to household, one yuletide ingredient remains ubiquitous: Christmas, no matter its form, is a time for family.

It is certainly the case for members of the Tsleil Waututh Nation If Deanna George, fifth term serving councillor, were to describe Christmas in a sentence, she would detail it as a day of “gathering together and sharing a meal with both sides of the family”

“ Our whole community went to midnight mass, and as kids we used to race home afterwards to open our presents.”

The relationship between family and festiveness has been embedded within George’s seasonal psyche since childhood Most of her Christmastime memories revolve around visits to her grandparents and, with her grandfather being the youngest of 13, get togethers were more wonderfully cacophonous than they were calm and collected

“Gran loved to take pictures, especially of all their visitors,” she says “Our gran came from a close knit family as well, so the pictures would either be in front of their Christmas tree or in the front yard under a big tree, especially if there was snow”

The clan would sing Christmas carols while a young George would help gran in the kitchen, preparing her famed apple pies for the visitors

Now with grandchildren of her own four, from her four children with husband of 40 years, Bill Thomas George is now the one setting holiday traditions and making memories for the next generation.

For Chief Jen Thomas, family and community are one and the same, especially in the context of Christmas, and childhood memories revolve around events they all attended together

“Our whole community went to midnight mass, and as kids we used to race home afterwards to open our presents,” she remembers, adding how guests would come back to Thomas’s parents house afterwards and would stay till morning after a raucous night of celebration and gift giving

“Our house was always full Christmastime is all about family”

Now Thomas is the one doing the hosting, as the woman at the helm of the upcoming 20th anniversary edition of the Tsleil Waututh Nation Christmas Craft Fair, a bustling event housed at the Nation’s gym, and the annual community Christmas dinner The two are arguably the most hotly anticipated happenings of the festive social calendar, with the dinner “always the biggest turnout” of any of the events

The Nation’s seasonal schedule has come a long way over the decades, George points out “From the early ‘80s to the early ‘90s we held small celebrations out of our administration trailers, and later out of our Gathering Place Cafe.”

Prior to the Nation’s hall burning down in the early ‘80s, its three matriarchs would come together there to host Christmas community celebrations with traditional turkey dinner Presents, she says, would be handed out by the three wise women, “volunteer elves, or Santa Claus ”

The venues and the faces may have transformed over the years, from doting children to grandparents and small gatherings in cafes, to fully fledged fairs, but the core of a Tsleil Waututh Christmas remains steadfast When all the Bucks Fizz and apple pies have been devoured, family is what keeps things truly festive

Mina Kerr Lazenby is the North Shore News’ Indigenous and civic affairs reporter This reporting beat is made possible by the Local Journalism Initiative

Red Raven Catering at the Tsleil Waututh Nation

Glittering boats ready to put on a festive parade

MARIA DIMENT

Two dozen boats will put on a dazzling performance to kick of the holiday season.

Similar to the False Creek ferry ballet, carol ships, and Santa’s Christmas Ships, approximately 24 boats from the Burrard Yacht Club will sail around Vancouver Harbour dressed up in Christmas lights for the club’s annual Festival of Lights boat parade

Last year the parade had only about 15 boats due to increased COVID 19 restrictions

On Dec 3 the boat parade will depart from Burrard Yacht Club at 6 p m and cruise over to Lonsdale Quay in a long, slow loop, docking at around 6:10 p m After a stop at the waterfront, the parade will continue across the water to Coal Harbour before returning to the yacht club.

ALLIE TURNER

The sails of Canada Place are about to get decked out in their holiday best.

From Dec 2 to Jan 2, the outdoor promenade will be transformed by the Port of Vancouver into an avenue of Christmas trees and window displays for Christmas at Canada Place

The bay windows along the Canada Trail will be reimagined as Woodward’s Windows in an homage to classic department store holiday scenes, right down to the familiar (if slightly creepy) animatronic characters and elaborate retro decor

The same space greets guests with decorated Christmas trees and lights, sponsored by community organizations, and ends with a display of wintry lights, including a 15 foot moose affectionately named “Chrismoose ”

The festive feast of nostalgia and lights also has a new addition this year At 6 p m on Dec 2 and 3, a drone show will take over

the skies to tell a holiday story through images and messages.

“We are thrilled to welcome the community back to this holiday tradition on Vancouver’s waterfront. Christmas at Canada Place has become a special tradition for so many across the Lower Mainland,” said the president of the Canada Place Corporation and vice president of real estate at Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, Tom Corsie, in a press release “We are so pleased to be able to bring this celebration back to Canada Place each year”

The Festival of Lights will

approximately 24 boats from Burrard Yacht Club sail across Vancouver Harbour on Dec 3

BURRARD YACHT CLUB

West Vancouver’s emergency services gift drive is back

MINA KERR LAZENBY

LOCAL OURNALISM IN TIAT VE REPORTER

The season of gifting is here, but with so much time spent stockpiling Ferrero Rochers and scanning the aisles for stocking fillers for loved ones it can be easy to forget about the less fortunate few who need gifting the most.

Here to remind us all are the West Vancouver first responders, with their annual West Vancouver Emergency Services Gift Drive

To help North Shore children and families who are in need during the holiday season, West Vancouver Police have joined forces with the West Vancouver Fire & Rescue Services and West Vancouver Transit to invite donations to the Family Services of the North Shore Christmas Bureau The Bureau works to help local families facing financial challenges provide an enjoyable and festive holiday season for their children

Whether it’s the latest Lego creation set, a simple stationery kit or a fetching new pair of socks, no gift is too small to brighten up someone’s morning when Yuletide swings around

Providing it is new, unwrapped, catered to someone 18 or younger, and offered before Dec 23, the gift will be forwarded on to a family in need just in time for the big day Cash donations, used toys, or stuffed animal toys will not be accepted Those hoping to donate can do so at the following locations:

West Vancouver Police Department 755 16th St , West Vancouver

West Vancouver Fire & Rescue Hall 1, 760 16th St., West Vancouver

West Vancouver Fire & Rescue Hall 2, 6272 Marine Dr , West Vancouver

West Vancouver Fire & Rescue Hall 3, 4895 Marine Dr , West Vancouver

West Vancouver Fire & Rescue Hall 4, 965 Cross Creek Rd , West Vancouver

West Vancouver Blue Bus 221 Lloyd Ave , North Vancouver

Annual holiday shop returns to The Polygon

NICK LABA

As the holiday season swings into full cheer, The Polygon Gallery is transforming its retail space into a festive experience and shopping destination

Beginning Nov. 16 and running till Christmas Eve, the North Vancouver landmark’s main floor will be decorated to host unique gifts by independent makers and artists

“ Creating a welcoming space for the community to come together to get festive with us while supporting independent artists and makers is what The Polygon Shop is all about. ”

Returning to The Polygon’s annual programming this year is Little Mountain Shop’s annual Holiday Pop Up, “which features an all Canadian lineup of mostly local, women led, BIPOC makers and creatives,” reads a statement from the gallery “With dozens of vendors, the pop up is the go to

destination for sustainably minded products by sought after makers this holiday season ”

Meet the Maker events will take place every weekend from 11 a m to 4 p m (see schedule below), each highlighting a guest vendor Attendees can enjoy demos, and a photo booth on site

The Polygon is also hosting two exhibitions over the holiday season Home Sweet Home, on now through Jan. 9, is a solo exhibition by Vancouver based Filipino photographer Rydel Cerezo Opening Dec 10 is the annual Lind Prize showcasing of the top emerging artists from across the province “The holidays are our favourite time of the year,” guest services and retail manager Asia Harvey said “Creating a welcoming space for the community to come together to get festive with us while supporting independent artists and makers is what The Polygon Shop is all about ”

All Holiday Shop sales support art and educational programming at The Polygon, which is a non profit organization

MEET THE MAKERS EVENT SCHEDULE

Dec. 3 | Spirit of the Season Festival

Mayor Linda Buchanan, along |with Santa and Mrs. Claus, officially light the tree in front of The Polygon Gallery.

Dec. 4 | Amara Blue

Personalized charms for bracelets and necklaces

Dec 10 | Perennial Gatherings & Neets

Unique holiday arrangements complemented by an illustrated

original artwork

Dec 11 | Neets

Custom gift wrapping using traditional Japanese furoshiki fabric

Dec , 17 | LeLe Chan

Exquisite custom calligraphy works by artist LeLe Chan Dec 18 | LOA

Sample their latest skin elixirs and products

Featured Pop Up makers include: Homecoming, Flax Home, Lover’s Tempo, Midnight Paloma, Paper Label, Quw’ustun Made and Yellow Dreamsand

For more information, visit thepolygon ca/event

On Dec 3, Mayor Linda Buchanan will light the gallery’s tree with Santa and Mrs Claus

Stanley Park’s Bright Nights returns, but without its popular Christmas train

BRENDAN KERGIN

The 25th edition of Bright Lights will keep Stanley Park lit this winter, but the much loved Christmas Train won’t be running

The annual event and fundraiser it’s the single largest fundraising event for the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund will open on Dec 1 and run until Jan 1 At the event, people will find all sorts of displays, including a vintage fire truck, giant reindeer, and a tunnel of lights However, the miniature train that usually runs through the displays won’t be taking to the tracks this year The train is currently being assessed after an inspection by Technical Safety BC earlier this fall

“ We know this year’s Bright Nights will still bring joy to families and we encourage folks to come and donate for an important cause.”

“This is a cherished tradition for many folks in Vancouver, and although it’s disappointing the trains can’t be a part of this year’s event due to technical challenges, we’re committed to helping create the best possible holiday experience with our partners,” says the park board’s Steve Jackson in a press release.

While the trains won’t be back, the barn at the site will once again be turned into Santa’s workshop; the last time that happened was 2019 There’s also going to be food (with churros, pretzels, popcorn, Chimney Cakes and hot chocolate all on the menu) and live entertainment “Countless firefighters have put in a lot of effort and thought into this year’s set up, and we can’t wait to see how it looks!” Jackson says “We know this year’s Bright Nights

will still bring joy to families and we encourage folks to come and donate for an important cause ”

Firefighters will also be greeting people to Bright Nights Entrance is by donation Since 1998 the park board has donated $2 5 million to the Burn Fund via the Bright Nights events It’ll be closed on Monday, Dec 5, Tuesday, Dec 6, and Sunday, Dec 25

Bright Nights in Stanley Park Dec 1 to Jan 1, from 4 to 10 p m

Stanley Park Railway, Vancouver Entrance by donation

Mount Seymour picked as a ‘winter wonderland’

ANDY PREST

Want to see a beautiful sight? And be happy tonight? Try walking in this winter wonderland. Mount Seymour in North Vancouver has just been named No 4 on a list of the “world’s most Instagram worthy winter wonderlands ”

The list was compiled by the wise travel experts from SkyParkSecure, an international airport parking distributor The parking people used a highly scientific formula to find and filter the destinations best described as “winter wonderlands around the world,” using metrics such as social media mentions and Instagram hashtag data to determine the most Insta worthy winter destinations on Earth Lake Placid in New York was the runaway winner on the list, with Johnston Canyon in Banff, Alta , coming second and Partnachklamm in Bavaria, Germany, placing third Mount Seymour was fourth, making it and Johnston Canyon the only two Canadian locations to crack the top 10

“Mount Seymour Provincial Park has some of the most spectacular winter scenery from around the world,” said the good folks at SkyParkSecure in a release announcing the rankings

The 25th Bright Lights will be lighting up Stanley Park, but the Christmas Train won’t be running in 2022

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Instagram photo taken by Lisa Eyo LISA EYO / @LACOUDHIR

Festive display lights up Capilano Suspension Bridge

MINA KERR LAZENBY

LOCAL JOURNALISM IN TIAT VE REPORTER

Edward Scissorhands has been banished back to his castle and Mariah Carey is practically fully thawed: Christmas is officially on the horizon

The big day is just five Sunday’s away, and, as always, those at the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park are the first in line to help everyone get in the festive spirit

Annual holiday lighting extravaganza Canyon Lights has returned for another year, illuminating the North Vancouver attraction The holly jolly set up sees the forest festooned in festive lighting, and the iconic bridge lit end to end with an ever changing kaleidoscopic display

Seasonal favourites like the winding Cliffwalk with its glittering “Arc de Lumina” light tunnel will return, and guests will once again be able to walk high above the forest floor and view the twinkling lights from every vantage point via Treetops

Adventure’s seven suspended bridges

During the time spent not marvelling or snapping photos, forest visitors can browse the Trading Post gift store for the perfect Secret Santa gift, or take part in the Snowy Owl Prowl scavenger hunt. Hot chocolates and festive songs will be on hand too, as if there needed to be any more incentive. With a limited quantity of tickets available, those hoping to get in on the action should buy in advance or risk feeling like a kid with coal on Christmas morning when they inevitably sell out Tickets are available at capbridge com, with annual passholders required to reserve their time online prior to visiting

As with each year, Canyon Lights will be donating part of the ticket sales to the BC Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund, specifically to fire and burn education in schools throughout British Columbia Charitable and festive? Only a true Scrooge could rebuff that offer

Over the past 26 years a group of us have gathered during the Christmas season at a home on the North Shore to collect hundreds of new, unwrapped

their location in North Vancouver It’s a wonderful opportunity for us to see each other and kick off the season

Many of the ladies who attend have come from difficult backgrounds in their own life, and leave with a wonderful feeling that they have made a difference for less fortunate families during the holidays

For more information about the Christmas Bureau or if you would like to make a donation, please contact Family Services of the North Shore

Lunter, West Vancouver

Barb

Peter Bonny