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Practice your reading, listening and writing skills in English while you improve your vocabulary, increase your knowledge about Canadian culture, and find new resources for further language study.

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Book: “Honey & Spice”
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Book: “Honey & Spice”

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

While reading this soon-to-be film adaptation, language learners can practice…

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Best Books of 2024
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Best Books of 2024

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

Listed below is a select few of this past year’s winners, complete with…

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to leaf through
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to leaf through

– C1 (advanced) –

In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means…

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Movie: “The Idea of You”
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Movie: “The Idea of You”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

Hollywood favourite Anne Hathaway produces and stars in the film adaptation of Robinne Lee’s novel, “The Idea of You.” Originally a piece of…

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Profile: British Columbia

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Beautiful British Columbia: the slogan of the Canadian province does not speak far from the truth; beauty is everywhere there. From its breathtaking landscapes to its oceanic city skylines, B.C. is…

to get some fresh air

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

This idiom can be useful for relaxation, in emotional situations, situations that require making a decision, or even when smoking. Learn what this idiom means and how to use it...

5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part I

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Canada is a multicultural society where, generally, peoples’ differences are openly celebrated. Due in part to this open multiculturalism, Canadian English has evolved over the years to adopt words from various languages, including Indigenous ones…