In this Issue:

Happy Holidays from Downtown London
Happy Holidays from all of us at Downtown London!

Thank you for being such a vital part of our community this year. Your dedication and partnership have been truly inspiring, and we’re excited for all we’ll achieve together in 2026.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a bright, successful new year!

– The Downtown London Team

📌 December 19 – 21 will be the last weekend for the Holly Jolly Holiday Market, and don’t forget about New Year’s Eve in the Park on December 31!

Downtown for the Holidays is proudly supported by
London Hydro • Auburn Development • LAV • Tricar • Bell Media (Virgin Radio, Pure Country, CTV) • London Arts Council &amp •  with support from the Paul Seed Fund

Program Partners
Downtown London • Covent Garden Market • Dundas Place • Tourism London • City of London

Office Holiday Closure
📌 Our office will be closed on December 23 after 4:30pm and will reopen on January 5 operating at regular hours.

Sunfest – Alfredo’s Order of Canada
Images courtesy of Sunfest
Sunfest is proud to announce that its founder and Co-Artistic Director, Alfredo Caxaj, will be formally appointed into the Order of Canada this Thursday in Ottawa; one of the nation’s highest civilian honours.

For Caxaj, the moment is both deeply meaningful and profoundly full-circle.
Read the full media release here

Retail Safety & Security Guide
The Retail Safety & Security Guide is a combined effort of the Toronto Police Service, Workplace Safety and Prevention Services, the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police and the Retail Council of Canada that is intended to help retail businesses of all sizes across Ontario prevent and reduce incidents of crime as well as keep customers and staff safe.

The information in this Guide is based on consultations with and best practices of retailers, security organizations, and police services and is provided as advice gathered from a collection of experts.
Read the full guide here

Just Launched: Level 3 EV Chargers
BlueStone Properties Launches Downtown London’s Only Level 3 EV Chargers

  • BlueStone has installed two Level 3 chargers in downtown London, expanding fast-charging access and helping advance the city’s sustainable transportation goals.
  • Featuring 180 kW outdoor and 120 kW indoor chargers, drivers can get a major battery boost in under 30 minutes with 24/7 availability, competitive pricing, and mobile payment options.
  • Open to all EV drivers at 130 Dufferin Avenue, the chargers are listed on PlugShare, Google Maps, and more, with nearby restaurants, cafés, and Victoria Park making charging time easy and enjoyable.
Read the full media release here

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