When is Thanksgiving in Canada?

Thanksgiving in Canada is a time for family and friends to gather and give thanks for all the good things in life. It is a day to celebrate the harvest and the bounty of the land. Thanksgiving is also a time to remember the First Nations people who shared their knowledge and traditions with the early settlers.

Thanksgiving in Canada is held on the second Monday in October. This year, Thanksgiving will be celebrated on October 13th. Many Canadians take advantage of the long weekend to travel to visit family and friends, or to go camping, hiking, or fishing.

The traditional Thanksgiving meal includes turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie. However, many families have their own unique traditions and recipes. Some families like to have a potluck dinner, where everyone brings a different dish to share.

Thanksgiving is a special day for Canadians to come together and celebrate all the good things in life. It is a day to be thankful for family, friends, and the beautiful country we live in.

Here are some fun facts about Thanksgiving in Canada:

• The first Thanksgiving in Canada was held in 1578 by Martin Frobisher and his crew.
• Thanksgiving was not officially declared a national holiday in Canada until 1957.
• The turkey is the traditional Thanksgiving meal, but other popular dishes include ham, beef, and chicken.
• Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to gather, but it is also a time to remember the less fortunate. Many Canadians volunteer at soup kitchens and food banks on Thanksgiving Day.

Thanksgiving is a special day for Canadians to come together and celebrate all the good things in life. It is a day to be thankful for family, friends, and the beautiful country we live in.