NEWS RELEASE
TOWN OF BRADFORD WEST GWILLIMBURY
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In partnership with the Bradford Board of Trade, the Town of BWG is thrilled to launch its 2024 Light Up BWG contest — an outdoor holiday decorating competition open to all BWG residents and businesses.
Starting Dec. 1, residents and business owners are invited to transform their homes and storefronts into dazzling displays of lights, ornaments, and seasonal decorations.
“We are excited to bring back our Light Up BWG contest to our community. This is a wonderful opportunity for residents and businesses to come together, showcase their holiday spirit, and share in the magic of the holiday season.” — Mayor James Leduc
Register your home or business for the Light Up BWG contest from Dec. 1 to 13 using our online form. The community can vote for their favourite storefront display between Dec. 14 and 17.
On the evening of Wednesday, Dec. 18, BWG council members and the youth council advisory committee (YCAC) will make their way to each of the participating locations and judge the entries based on creativity, uniqueness, and overall impact.
Contest details:
Residents and businesses can register to participate at www.townofbwg.com/lightupbwg, starting at 9 a.m. on Dec. 1 to 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 13.
Prizes will be awarded for:
Business category
- Community Award
Community members can vote for their favourite storefront display online between Dec. 14 to 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 17.
The winner of the Community Award will receive a free one-year membership with the Bradford Board of Trade.
Council’s Choice
Council and members of the YCAC will tour the participating locations on the evening of Dec. 18 and judge the entries based on creativity, uniqueness, and overall impact.
Residential category
- first-, second-, and third-place winners (judged by council and the YCAC).
Winners will be announced on Friday, Dec. 20.
Participate in the fun and spread holiday cheer across BWG. For more information and guidelines, and to submit your address/business, visit www.townofbwg.com/lightupbwg.
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