Prince George, B.C.- Winter officially arrived moments ago, making this the day with the fewest hours of sunlight during the whole year.

 

This 3:12 .a.m. arrival, is the earliest arrival of winter since 1896.

 

Of course, Northern B.C. has been dealing with winter conditions since October, so today’s official arrival would seem to be merely a formality. 

 

According to Environment Canada, the season will produce normal temperatures and precipitation throughout B.C.

 

You are invited to  celebrate the  Winter Solstice at the Farmers Market "Solstice Soiree".  The Farmers Market ( located behind the Keg Restaurant) will open it’s doors at 4:30 this afternoon, then at 6:00 celebrations will start  along  George Street and the Lantern walk will  arrive at City Hall for  the event staged  to start at  6:30 on the  City Hall gorunds.  There will be  vendors,  kids activities , snow sculptures and more.