On December 19th, let's brighten our neighbourhoods in Powell River and qathet RD with festive voices and song.

We may not be gathering with friends and family this year, but we can spread some holiday cheer with our neighbours, safely from our doorsteps, yards and balconies.

Our vision is to have every street in the region filled with the sound of joyful voices and instruments on December 19th at 6 p.m. Let's warm the hearts of those who are isolated and reconnect with our neighbours through song. Will you join us?

How it works:

• On Saturday, December 19th at 6 p.m., step onto your doorstep, driveway, balcony or sidewalk and sing your holiday favourites with your household, play a tune on your instrument, or simply clap along.
• No musical talent required! This a lighthearted way to embrace the holiday season and connect with each other from a distance. You're welcome to self-organize your neighbours to sign the same tunes, if you wish, but spontaneity is also encouraged.
• If you're on Facebook, share your carol plans and photos from the night-of with the hashtag #qathetcarols.
• Feel free to keep caroling every night at 6 p.m. for the rest of the week.

How to join:

• No registration required, just show up outside your house and start singing, clapping or playing tunes on December 19th at 6 p.m. Creativity encouraged!
• Click here to add your street name to our map so your neighbours know they won't be alone. (We'll also email you some handy song sheets and remind you the night before the big day.)
• If you're part of a school group, organization, business, choir or club whose members would like to participate, contact us to be added to the official list of community partners. We can also provide you with an email to share with your members and help spread the word.

Are my neighbours taking part?

Check out the map to see which streets already have households participating, and fill out the form below to add yours! (We won't add exact addresses, just general street areas to the map.)