The Prince Albert Downtown Business Improvement District (PADBID) is preparing for its annual Santa Parade on Saturday with 50 entrants and several community partners joining in along the route.

Executive Director Rhonda Trusty said the parade continues to be a key seasonal event for the downtown. She said local groups and businesses help create a welcoming atmosphere as families gather along Central Avenue.

“It is an annual event that the downtown puts on. This year we have 49, actually 50 entrants. We have now reached the 50 mark,” Trusty said.

She added that Meyers Norris Penny and the downtown Travelodge will hand out hot chocolate, while two church groups will sing Christmas carols along the parade route. Calvary United Church will perform at the Margo Fournier steps, and Prince Al

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