![]() Oakmont’s mascot, Chip Chip the squirrel, will round out the parade. It will bring excitement to the community and children of Oakmont.” Organizers say it’s impossible to put together a Santa Claus parade in downtown Guelph for this year at this point despite the Ontario government now allowing such events. “We took the Easter Bunny around (in the spring), so we’re just doing the same with Mr. “This is our covid-safe alternative,” Oakmont Fire Chief Dave Carroll said. Santa also will not be able to stop for pictures. The fire truck travels will be contained to the borough, and no roads will be closed. Elected officials cited the large crowds during a pandemic. That was canceled last month after Oakmont Council decided not to close Allegheny River Boulevard for the event. Tens of thousands of people gathered downtown earlier this month to take in the TELUS presents the Vancouver Santa Claus Parade, and Global BC was there to capture all the action while some. The Christmas parade normally goes through Oakmont and Verona with thousands of people lining the streets to see their favorite characters and performers. “It’s going to be a very short parade, but we’re going to be throwing a bunch of candy out for the kids. “We’re trying everything,” DeTurck said about spreading holiday cheer. ![]() ![]() The event is an effort to make up for the chamber’s annual Christmas celebration, which was canceled earlier this year due to the covid-19 pandemic.Ĭhamber Director Karen DeTurck said they had hoped to bring Santa to The Oaks Theater for pictures later this month, but that was canceled as well due to health and safety concerns. Posted by Oakmont Volunteer Fire Dept on Friday, November 20, 2020 ![]()
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