Another is the presidential pardoning of a turkey, which first occurred in 1963 by then-President John F. Kennedy.

But while many Americans are gearing up forThanksgiving, Canadians have already celebrated it.

But what are the differences between the two Thanksgivings?

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Here’s the truth about Canadian vs. American Thanksgiving.

The explorer and his crew celebrated their gratitude at making it through the rough trip, according toCBC Kids.

Overall, the holiday is not as huge a deal in Canada as it is in America.

Family eating Thanksgiving dinner

But the football game in America draws tens of millions of viewers (viaSports Media Watch).

Another way the two holidays differ?

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