Your P.E.I.: Winter comes in like a lion

There was no shortage of beautiful, snowy pictures as winter made an early arrival on P.E.I.

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Caption: This red fox doesn't seem to mind the weather. (@bkcrossman/Instagram)

The first big snowfall hit the Island this week, leading to record breaking snowfall — and lots of pretty wintery photos.
Here are some of the shots you shared of the blustery, late-fall days.

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Caption: Jodi Harper shared this photo of Canadian winter essentials. (Submitted by Jodi Harper)

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Caption: It's time to dig out your winter toques and sweaters. (@caitdclark/Instagram)

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Caption: It was perfect snowman-making weather. (@suegaudet/Instagram)

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Caption: The sunrise was replaced by white fluff. (@reinalamothe/Instagram)

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Caption: Jessica Arnold shared this picture or her 'backyard winter wonderland.' (@jarnold08/Instagram)

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Caption: The roads were covered in snow. (Submitted by Chris Burke)

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Caption: Cold, wet snow doesn't phase the two Grays. (Submitted by Matt Praught)

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Caption: This pooch enjoyed dashing through the snow. (Submitted by Shirley Hogan)

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Caption: Add some lights to make the howling wind and pouring rain feel more festive. (Submitted by Brian Wagner/Instagram)

Are you snapping shots of the Island, too? Send us your photos of adorable wildlife, beautiful scenery and stunning sunsets through a direct message on the CBC Prince Edward Island Facebook page(external link), tag us on Instagram @CBCPEI(external link), tweet us @CBCPEI(external link) or submit to Compass Photo of the Day.(external link)