Puzzle Contest Details

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

Download and print the template by clicking here.

  1. Cut out the snow scene template appearing in the Times Colonist on November 9 and each day starting on November 14 find a photo of one of the twelve snowflakes; cut out the photo and attach it to the correct snowflake until you have all twelve.
  2. The completed snow scene template is valid for one free adult admission redeemable only from December 1 to December 7, 2023.
  3. All snowflakes must be Times Colonist originals, all pieces must be in place on the snow scene template. This contest is not available to digital subscribers.
  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, then select a Complimentary, Prepaid & Discounted Admissions ticket, and follow the prompts to reserve your date and time to visit between December 1 – 7.

*Correction notice: The Friday, November 17 puzzle piece #4 contained the incorrect image, the correct puzzle piece #4 will run in the Saturday, November 18 paper along with puzzle piece #5.

 

Magic of Christmas

December 1 – January 6, 2024

The Gardens will be open 3:00pm – 9:00pm, with viewing until 10:00pm. We will be closed Christmas Day.

Attention pet owners: Pets are not permitted inside The Gardens December 1 – January 6 between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PMClick here for more information on our pet policy.