Christmas isn’t quite the same as when we were kids. For decades now, technology has quietly reshaped our holiday traditions—from the first colour televisions to the tiny supercomputers we now carry in our pockets. Like it or not, the digital world has woven into our Christmas season.
Here are some traditions you may have already added to the holidays, plus a couple you might want to blend into your timeless traditions.
Stay Connected Across the Globe: Families are more spread out than ever before. A simple tradition is to choose a date each year for a family video call. Chances are someone already has a zoom account to make it easy to gather virtually.
Movie nights, Upgraded. Record all your traditional movies and create a marathon night of Christmas favourites. Bring out the Christmas cookies, blankets and hot chocolate, and make it a memory-making night.
Background ambiance for gift wrapping or game night: Not everyone has a fireplace at home anymore, but that cozy glow doesn’t have to be lost. The Stingray fireplace channel can be surprisingly satisfying. When paired with Holiday music, it’s old-fashioned ambiance with a new modern twist.
Shopping Shift. Online shopping has changed the way many households prepare for the season. With busy lives, it can be quite convenient. Just remember to check-in with local shops. Many of them are online as well or are happy to provide availability by phone or email. Now that some of your time is freed up, you can bring back a traditional evening of making a few special gifts by hand.
Slow down, mix it up and enjoy. Let modern digital tools lighten your load and help you with Christmas. The magic happens when the old and new come together.
Are you an AFOL (Adult Fan of Lego)? You’ll love this! It’s a new trend. Draws to be made December 17th. One entry per account and you must be a customer of Hay Communications. Call 519-236-4333 if you have questions. Online entry only. You can also enter online (with assistance) at one of our offices.
Come out to any one of our three offices: Enter the Door Prize Draw, the Christmas Draws and bring your kids colouring sheet(s)
We are always happy to see your smiling faces. Enjoy some Christmas Cheer with Hay Staff. Merry Christmas!
The fireplace is back! Create a warm and cozy ambiance with the soothing sound and dancing glow of your favourite fireplaces. Tune in to Channel 999 every evening from Nov. 1st to Dec.14 and 24 hours a day from Dec. 15 to the 31st.
ALL KIDS who COLOUR a sheet and bring it in will be in the draw. Draws are on December 17th. Use our colouring sheets, or your own. Two names will be drawn per age group. Bring your artwork to one of our 3 office locations and brighten our offices. Additional details on our website.
Think of each Hay service – internet, cell, security or TV, as a building block. The more blocks you have, the higher the bundling discount – 7%, 11% or 15% off.
Add one service at a time – when a contract is done, when you need something new, or when you realize you are paying too much. It will be the easiest switch you’ll ever make.
Build-up your bundle this winter and we’ll put 100 bucks on your account. Call Hay today to ask about our Bundling Offer at 519-236-4333. You can be the STAR this Christmas.
‘Tis the season to be merry and to listen to Christmas music! The whole family will enjoy this festive selection of timeless carols and contemporary hits. Now until Dec. 31st. on channel 998 on XstreamTV
Gift Certificates
Give the gift of television for a year or just to lighten the load at Christmas. It’s a great gift for someone who needs a new cellphone so they can get the cell device they really want. Any denomination you choose. Call us.
Christmas Office Hours
December 12: Closed at 3:30 p.m.
December 19: Closed at 1:00 p.m.-Staff Event
December 24: Closed at noon
December 25 & 26: Closed
December 27: Closed
December 31: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
January 1: All Offices Closed
Support Hours
December 12: Closed at 6:00 p.m.
December 24: 8:30 to 3:00 p.m.
December 25: Closed
December 26, 27 & 28: 9:00 to 5:00 p.m.
December 29 & 30: Regular hours
December 31: Closed at 3:00 p.m.
January 1: My Support Closed
Free TV Channel Previews in December
BBC First #379 – Oct 27 to Dec 28
CTV Comedy #355 – Dec 19 to Jan 11
CTV Drama #246 – Dec 19 to Jan 11
CTV Life #359 – Dec 19 to Jan 11
CTV Sci-Fi #366 – Dec 19 to Jan 11
Dejaview #341 – Dec 1 to Dec 31
Flavour Network #358 – Dec 22 to Jan 2
History #367 – Dec 22 to Jan 2
Home Network #360 – Dec 22 to Jan 2
Love Nature #377 – Oct 27 to Dec 28
Oxygen #293 – Dec 19 to Jan 11
Showcase #520 – Dec 22 to Jan 2
Slice #329 – Dec 22 to Jan 2
USA Network #381 – Dec 19 to Jan 11
Treehouse #301 – Dec 1 to Dec 31
W Network #333 – Dec 22 to Jan 2