Kai Rittaler, 8, of Chemainus spends some quality time with Santa at Little Town Christmas. Take our quiz on Page 10 to find out how much you know about Christmas. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Kai Rittaler, 8, of Chemainus spends some quality time with Santa at Little Town Christmas. Take our quiz on Page 10 to find out how much you know about Christmas. (Photo by Don Bodger)

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Kai Rittaler, 8, of Chemainus spends some quality time with Santa at Little Town Christmas. Take our quiz on Page 10 to find out how much you know about Christmas. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Don Bodger

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