Events

To Register, email Mary Theresa Hanlon at [email protected] with photo of decorated home and address.

Contest Categories

• People’s Choice Award
Voted on by the community, fan favorite, regardless of style.
Judges Choice:
• Best Holiday Spirit
For homes that feel warm, festive, cheerful, and full of classic Christmas charm.

• Most Creative Display
For unique themes, clever ideas, DIY decorations, or anything that stands out from the ordinary.

• Brightest & Best Lit
For the homes that go all-in with lights, bold displays, and eye-catching brilliance.

People’s Choice Winner: $200
Best Holiday Spirit: $100
Most Creative Display: $100
Brightest & Best Lit: $100

Registration Information:

• Entry Deadline: Friday, December 19th at 4:30 p.m.
• Public Voting: December 20th–23rd
• Winners Announced: Wednesday, December 24, 2025 (Christmas Eve)

Register by emailing Mary Theresa Hanlon at [email protected] with one photo of your decorated home.

Eligibility:

Open to all homes within the Town of Souris. Decorations must be visible from the street and safe for public viewing.
By entering, you consent to the Town sharing your photo and street name for contest promotion and voting.
Community Voting will go live December 20th. Homes will be listed by street name.

Judging Criteria (Judge’s Choice)
• Creativity & Originality – Unique themes, imaginative design.
• Overall Presentation – Cohesive display, colour choices, visual impact.
• Use of Lights & Decorations – Effective lighting, balanced décor.
• Holiday Spirit – Warmth, joy, and festive ambiance.
Contest Rules
• Street address must be given
• Decorations must be safe and comply with all municipal bylaws.
• Inflatables, music, projections, and themed displays are welcome if they do not create safety or noise issues.
• Only exterior decorations will be evaluated.
• By entering, participants grant the Town permission to share photos of their display.

Town Council Regular Monthly meeting to be held Monday, January 12th at 7:00pm

Held the 2nd Monday of every month at 7:00 PM, Council Chambers, 3rd Floor of Souris Town Hall, 75 Main Street, Souris
(Please note: Dates and times may change due to holidays or other circumstances.)

All Town Council meetings are open to the public. The Council Chambers are accessible by elevator, with the most convenient parking located at the rear entrance near the ramp and elevator door.

To have an item added to the agenda, please submit a written request to the Chief Administrative Officer at least 7 days before the meeting date.

Closed (in-camera) meetings may be held only for reasons permitted under Section 119 of the Municipal Government Act

The Town of Souris invites all Town residents to attend a Public Meeting to provide input on the 2026–2027 Town Budget.

 Date: Monday, January 19, 2026

 Time: 6pm – 8pm

 Location: Acorn Room at Eastern Kings Sportsplex

 Your voice matters! Join us and help shape the future of Souris. This is your chance to share ideas and priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.

 Meet Your Town Council:
Jo‑Anne Dunphy – Mayor
Boyd Leard – Deputy Mayor
Kim Outhouse – Councillor
Stephanie Mitsuk – Councillor
David Jenkins – Councillor
Curtis Laybolt – Councillor
Rebecca MacPhee – Councillor
Budget Departments Include: Finance, Planning & Development, Bylaw Enforcement and Policing, Souris Beach Gateway Park, Special Events and Town Promotion, Town Beautification, Fire Protection, Town Buildings and Public Property, Recreation, Parks, Sports fields, Eastern Kings Sportsplex, Tourism, Heritage, Streets & Sidewalks, Emergency Measures Operations, Water & Sewer Utilities, Seniors & Housing, Economic Development.
More information about Town of Souris available on our Website https://sourispei.com/

 Spread the word and bring a friend!

PEI 55+ Winter Games are happening in Souris January 17 – 24, 2026. Registration forms are available now at Souris Town Hall. We are open Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm. Registration can be paid by cash, cheque or e-transfer. Deadline to register is January 9, 2026 (or before if a particular game registration is full). You can fill out a registration form online by clicking the following link https://forms.gle/FtTA5XHYAEa1d3Dz6

Sports Include: Snowshoeing, Rec Pickleball, Floor Shuffle Board, Crokinole, Washer Toss, Cribbage, Hockey, Duplicate Bridge, 45’s, Men’s Competitive Pickleball, Women’s Competitive Pickleball, Table Shuffle Board and Curling.