Christmas is the most exciting period of the year for many people across the world. It’s so exciting that one would wonder when exactly the day is, considering just how early the celebrations begin. As stores start offering sales, you will see adverts as early as late November.
So, when should you start Christmas decorations in your home? Let’s see.
Statistical Analysis of Chrismas Decorations Per Regions
By early November, most people will already be thinking about Christmas. And when the month hits the middle, some will be eager to start putting together their greatest ideas. But the question still remains – how soon is too soon for Christmas decorations?
A survey and analysis of different provinces and territories revealed amazing patterns. Here is what we discovered from last Christmas:
Manitoba. Most, if not all, homes will have Christmas decorations 4.3 weeks in advance. This is the earliest period.
Ontario – 3 weeks before Christmas. This is the latest decoration period.
Aside from the regional data, we also sort to determine what individuals think about early Christmas preparation. This is what came out:
64.6 agree that stores put up decorations too early. This could be to take advantage and make as many sales as possible.
Only 19.3 buy real Christmas trees. The rest use fake ones, which makes them buy much later.
62.8% of the respondents think their neighbors leave their decorations up for too long.
From this data, one thing is clear – Christmas is an exciting season, and most can’t just wait. And the right time to put the decorations matters a lot.
When Should You Decorate for Christmas?
Traditionally, Christmas decorations were done on Christmas eve. Later, some Christians started doing it much earlier. In some places, we have seen people decorating for Christmas towards the end of Halloween.
Research has shown that putting up decorations early makes people happy. However, you still need to find the most convenient time not to do it too early or too late.
Here are some suggestions:
December 1st: Most people choose December 1st as the best time to decorate. This is the official start of the festive month.
The tree you buy: Are you buying a real Christmas tree? Note that the tree can last for four weeks. But if properly maintained and treated well like any other tree, it can last much longer. Research has shown that most shoppers buy the decoration tree on the second Saturday of December.
12-days in advance: Many people start creating the Christmas atmosphere on December 13th. This could be the best time for those who don’t want to decorate too early or too late.
Age factors: Retailers have recorded a trend in Christmas decorations according to age. People aged between 18-34 are often the most excited. They decorate their homes much earlier. The older generation, over 55, tends to stick to traditions, holding onto the 12-days-before rule.
Does decorating for Christmas make you happy? Go ahead and do it. Besides, the best deals come during the early days of the festive month.
EDMONTON – Homicide detectives in Edmonton are investigating the death of a man who was found injured on a footbridge that spans the North Saskatchewan River.
The Edmonton Police Service says EMS responded at around 9:15 p.m. Friday to the Dudley B. Menzies Bridge, which is a suspended footpath underneath the LRT bridge across the river.
A 68-year-old man was taken to hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.
An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday.
The LRT bridge and footpath are near the High Level Bridge which overlooks them, and police say there were numerous pedestrians and e-bike riders in the area at the time.
They’re asking anyone with information about the case to contact investigators immediately, and that anyone with GoPro cameras or similar devices who was in the area at the time should also come forward.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 12, 2024.
EDMONTON – Homicide detectives in Edmonton are investigating the death of a man who was found injured on a footbridge that spans the North Saskatchewan River.
The Edmonton Police Service says EMS responded at around 9:15 p.m. Friday to the Dudley B. Menzies Bridge, which is a suspended footpath underneath the LRT bridge across the river.
A 68-year-old man was taken to hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.
An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday.
The LRT bridge and footpath are near the High Level Bridge which overlooks them, and police say there were numerous pedestrians and e-bike riders in the area at the time.
They’re asking anyone with information about the case to contact investigators immediately, and that anyone with GoPro cameras or similar devices who was in the area at the time should also come forward.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 12, 2024.
NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. – Police in New Westminster, B.C., say they have arrested a person suspected of stabbing two people at a Skytrain station in the city.
They say numerous people had called to report a stabbing on Columbia Street, outside the station around 6:45 p.m. on Friday.
Police say officers rushed to the scene and arrested someone matching the suspect’s description.
They say investigators confirmed that two people had been stabbed, one had suffered minor injuries while the second victim was left with serious but non-life threatening injuries.
Police say the suspect remains in custody.
Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the incident and have not yet spoken to police to reach out.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 12, 2024.
