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Thankful for family and friends

Haligonians reflect on what Thanksgiving Day means to them

By Jessica Caparini

October 10, 2016, 11:35 am ADTLast Updated: October 10, 2016, 2:42 pm

In Canada, thanksgiving is celebrated annually on the second Monday in October. — In Canada, thanksgiving is celebrated annually on the second Monday in October. Jessica Caparini

This Thanksgiving weekend, The Signal asked people what they are thankful for.

Here are some of their answers:

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