Canadians are gearing up for Thanksgiving weekend with higher grocery bills, as multiple outlets report turkey and feast costs are up this year. Shoppers are paying more at checkout, with CityNews Calgary and Global News both noting the added pressure on household budgets.
Parts of the Prairies could see up to 10 cm of snow over the long weekend, complicating holiday travel. The OPP warns Thanksgiving ranks second among long weekends for road fatalities in Ontario. Motorists should plan ahead and allow extra time before hitting the road.
On a more cheerful front, fall colours are peaking in Gatineau Park, attracting crowds to the area before the season turns.