This holiday season likely looks different than usual.
Families may be unable to gather, churches cannot sing, and the holiday parade was cancelled due to COVID-19.
In order to combat holiday isolation and celebrate the end of a long year, the Tantramar COVID-19 Task Force is promoting a “joyful noise” event that will take place across Atlantic Canada.
The Task Force encourages all Atlantic Canadians and Indigenous peoples to join in making noise on their doorstep this December 24th at 7PM (7:30 NST).
Some suggestions for joyful noise includes “ring a bell, bang on pots and pans, or use a musical instrument.”
The joyful noise event will span for approximately ten minutes.
The Task Force emphasizes that everyone is invited to participate in the event, regardless of religious faith or traditions.
There is also a “be a light in the darkness” component, as light is an integral part of many winter traditions.
If making noise does not sound appealing, there is the quieter option of participating by lighting a candle in your window.
Participants are encouraged to share photos or videos of the event, and tag them with #JoyfulNoiseAtlantic.
