
FANTASTIC FLOAT – The parade float judging was tough, but seven -year-old Mercedes Brown proved to be an engaging and discerning celebrity judge, helping Santa choose the Northstar Hardware Building Supplies (Rona) as the Most Awesome float at Light Up Night on Saturday, November 23rd.

Kris Kringle kickoff – Calgary kids Duncan Seigel, 4, and sister Norah Seigel, 7, paid a visit to Santa during Invermeres Light Up Night festivities on Saturday, November 23rd. (Norah is hoping Santa will bring her a microscope.) Photo by Greg Amos

Evan Pacey and Courtenay Allen huddle by the heat of a fire pit at the Invermere Light Up night. Photo by Greg Amos.

Calgarians Zach Nelson, 12, Sydney Nelson, 10, and dad Keith Nelson enjoy the warmth of a fire pit. Photo by Greg Amos