Across
- 4. The seasonal gathering of mature crops, historically the core reason for giving thanks
- 6. The day of the week on which Canadian Thanksgiving is always held
- 8. The feeling or expression of being thankful for good fortune and family
- 9. Warm spice frequently added to apple cider, pumpkin pie, and autumn desserts
- 11. The group of relatives that typically gathers together to share a Thanksgiving meal
- 13. Popular main dish served at Canadian Thanksgiving dinner
- 14. Popular sport featured in a CFL double-header every Thanksgiving Monday
Down
- 1. A versatile autumnal root vegetable family including butternut and acorn
- 2. Classic side dish served baked, roasted, or mashed with butter and gravy
- 3. Orange winter squash harvested in autumn and baked into seasonal pies
- 5. Savoury mixture of bread, herbs, and spices baked inside or alongside the main bird
- 7. The Canadian government body that officially declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1957
- 9. Tart red berry sauce commonly served alongside roasted turkey
- 10. The month in which Canadian Thanksgiving is officially celebrated
- 12. Savoury sauce poured over mashed potatoes and turkey
- 14. The season marked by turning leaves, cooler weather, and harvest celebrations