After a three-year hiatus, the Tree of Lights is back and a 60-foot-tall Christmas tree will once again adorn the top of the Coast Inn of the North.
It will be hoisted up to its perch on Wednesday, starting at 11 a.m.
Previously put on by the Salvation Army, the United Way of Northern B.C. has taken over the event.
"We are so honoured to bring this campaign back to the Prince George community. The Tree of Lights represents joy, hope, love, and the wondrous magic of the holiday season. We truly hope that through this initiative, we can bring a beacon of light to the people and agencies in the Prince George area that need it most," said UWNBC interim executive director Trista Spencer.
Through an accompanying campaign, UWNBC aims to raise $25,000 with proceeds going to mental health supports in the community. A kick-off event for that effort will be held Nov. 24.
"The tree acts as a guide, to bring people home to the support, care, and compassion during their most vulnerable times," Spencer said. "We are thrilled to engage with the people and organizations of this most generous community and be able to help people get the hand up they need and deserve."
For more information, to become a sponsor, or make a donation to this initiative, contact the UWNBC at [email protected] or 250-561-1040.
