This was the first time that the parade was on Douglas Street. In the past, it has been on Government Street.
Parents tapped into their creativity and planning talents to prepare their families for Saturday’s popular Santa Claus Parade, which saw thousands of people lining downtown Victoria streets.
Sponsored by Peninsula Co-op, the parade started at about 5:20 p.m. enchanting youngsters who cheered and clapped and rushed to get candy-canes handed out by those in the parade. Social agencies, first responders, businesses, bands and a range of groups all mounted brightly coloured displays. The parade was in a spectacular setting. The legislature and the Fairmont Empress were lit up. Boats in the harbour were decorated with coloured lights and some downtown buildings sported holiday decorations and lights.Victoria Police Chief Del Manak checked out the route before the parade started. “There are thousands and thousands of people here with so many young families. It’s good to see the Christmas spirit.
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