The 19th Annual Festival of Lights began on Sunday, Nov. 30 at Wendy’s/Tim Hortons in Gibsons.
Inspired by carolling from a lovely group of singers from Calvary Baptist Church, the Skookumchuck 858 Squadron of Air Cadets enjoyed the fruits of their labours as they looked at all the Christmas trees they worked so hard to light and decorate in the cold and rain of the previous several days.
The Air Cadets, led by parent coordinators Shannon Turner, Chris Turner and Karen Olsen, are the beneficiaries of this year’s event. The proceeds will go to training and exercises for the youths.
Thanks to owner Klaus Fuerniss and Air Cadet Major Tim Alguire who presided over the lighting ceremony. Also, many thanks to all the businesses and individuals who sponsored the trees for this year’s festival.
