Times Colonist Christmas Contest

Contest Details

If you are here, it means you are completing the Time Colonist Christmas advent calendar. Here are the instructions and template to get you started.

Download and print the template by clicking here.

1. Cut out the Christmas advent calendar template appearing in the November 7 Times Colonist and, starting on November 12 find a Butchart calendar piece within the paper. Cut out the piece and attach it to the correct door of the calendar until you have all twelve.
2. The completed Christmas advent calendar is valid for one free adult admission redeemable only from December 1 to December 7, 2025.
3. All calendar pieces must be Times Colonist originals and must be glued or taped to the original template to receive complimentary admission.
4. Completed templates are not for resale. They have no cash value and therefore cannot be upgraded to a 12 Month Pass.
5. To redeem your complimentary admission, please book your timed entrance ticket here. Select the Magic of Christmas category, select a Complimentary, Prepaid & Discounted Admissions ticket, and follow the prompts to reserve your date and time to visit between December 1 – 7.

Please note, this contest is not available to digital subscribers.