Why Do Canadians Celebrate Thanksgiving in October?
Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving in October because their harvest season occurs earlier than in the United States. The holiday marks the end of the harvest season and allows Canadians to give thanks for the food before the onset of winter. Historically, Thanksgiving in Canada has been about celebrating the fall harvest and expressing gratitude for the food it provides.
What Do Canadians Traditionally Eat for Thanksgiving?
The traditional Canadian Thanksgiving meal is similar to the American version, featuring turkey, gravy, potatoes, squash, and rolls, with cranberry sauce on the side and pumpkin pie for dessert. However, there are regional differences. For example, in Newfoundland, Jigg’s dinner (a salt meat stew) is often preferred over turkey, and scalloped potatoes are preferred over mashed. In Quebec and Atlantic Canada, apple pie or apple crisp are more popular desserts, while Ontarians love their butter tarts, and people out west favor Nanaimo bars.
