Celebrate Thanksgiving by checking out some great virtual baking and crafts activities!
But first… a Brief History of Thanksgiving in Canada!
The first Thanksgiving in Canada was held by British explorer Martin Frobisher, who held a feast of thanks after a particularly difficult trip through the Arctic.
A short while later, in the early 1600s, Samuel de Champlain followed the custom of First Nations harvest festivals, holding feasts in New France that attracted French settlers as well as local Mi’kmaq people. It wasn’t until 1879 that Thanksgiving became an annual Canadian holiday, and it took even longer (1957!) for the second Monday of October to become the holiday’s official date.
Before the arrival of European settlers, Canada’s various Indigenous communities had long held celebrations centered on the fall harvest.
Baking Activities
Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
This pumpkin whoopie pie recipe Pumpkin is the perfect Thanksgiving treat.
Available Anytime | Free
Thanksgiving Turkey Brownies
Perfect for school parties or at home with the fam, these delicious turkey brownies are super simple for kids to make!
Available Anytime | Free
Caramel Apple Pie From Scratch
This online workshop will teach kids how to bake a delicious apple with a super flaky crust and a tasty homemade caramel sauce!
Oct 9 | 11 am – 12:30 pm EST| $
Arts & Crafts Activities
Thankful Pumpkin Pie
This fun arts & crafts activity is the perfect way to help kids develop their idea of what gratitude really means by highlighting the things they’re thankful for!
Available Anytime | Free
Paper Plate Turkey
Get your googly eyes ready, ’cause it’s time to make a paper plate turkey! This super simple craft is perfect for young kids.
Available Anytime | Free
Thanksgiving 3D Turkey Cutout
Dowonload/print this free cutout to make a 3D paper turkey!
Available Anytime | Free
