NEWS RELEASE
DOWNTOWN TIMMINS BIA
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Timmins was the scene of another wonderful and successful parade. The weather cooperated, the crowds came out and the event was held without incident. Parade organizers were pleased at the level of participation from the community, as well as the number of eager volunteers who came out to ensure that the event was safe and well organized.
The parade judges were impressed with the range of entries, “clearly there is a lot of creativity and a lot of hard work that goes into the entries.”
They were happy to witness the wonderful spirit of the participants.
“The kids were so energetic and dynamic! It was great to see so many young people in the parade, whether they were so many young people in the parade, whether they were with a non-profit, a cadet corps, or a recreational group. What fantastic sprit!”
This year’s parade had such diverse entries such as live animals, high schools, corporate entries, service clubs, cadet groups, sports teams, non-profit organizations, and more! There were over 1000 volunteers and parade participants, and over 15,000 spectators.
Award recipients:
- Best in Theme: Northern College
- Best Walking Group: Pat Picard School of Dance
- Best Small Entry: École secondaire catholique Thériault
- Most Spirited: Melissa Kelly Dance Academy
- Best Large Entry: Kidd Operations
- Best animal Entry: Timmins and District Humane Society
- Best Marching Band: RCSCC 101 Tiger- Sea Cadets
- Most Comical: Dorrington Law and Associates
- Most Original: Air Creebec
- Brightest: 3Phaze Electrical
- Judges Choice: Moose FM and mytimminsnow.com
- Most Artistic: Kataquapit
- The theme for the 2018 Timmins Santa Claus Parade will be announced at the plaque presentation before Council at a later date.
Thank you to all who made this event such a success!
The Santa Claus Parade is organized by a committee of volunteers with the support of the Downtown Timmins BIA and the Chamber of Commerce.
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