13 signs fall is around the corner

Tuesday, September 22, 2015, 10:39 AM - It may still be sunny and warm in parts of the country, but slowly the leaves will change and a chill will creep across the ground, signifying the start of fall.

We've seen record heat, disastrous drought and wildfires this summer, while other places were brought unseasonably cold, wet and windy weather.

While Canadians hang on to the final days of the sunny season, it seems hints of autumn are popping up everywhere across the country.

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Here are 13 signs summer is almost over.

1) 'Tis the season to shop way ahead for some

2) Leaves are already changing colour

3) Our furry friends are even reminding us

4) It's too cool to swim in the pool

5) You have to deal with a sleepy garden

6) The annual pumpkin spice invasion

7) The Weather Network releases this Fall Forecast

8) Snowsuits sell like hotcakes

9) Chippy stocks up on food

10) Your morning commute starts looking like this

11) Harvest is in full swing for some areas

12) Football takes over T.V.

13) Soup is on the stove

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