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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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Best Books of 2024
– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –
Listed below is a select few of this past year’s winners, complete with…
to leaf through
– C1 (advanced) –
In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means…
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…
Book: “The Husbands”
– C1 (advanced) –
Holly Gramazio’s debut novel, “The Husbands,” is a thrilling work of literary fiction twisted with…
Book: “Wish You Were Here”
– C1 (advanced) –
Back in 2022, my wife and I went camping together for the first time in over a decade. While, unfortunately, the trip…
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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…
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…
father vs. dad vs. daddy
— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —
Vocabulary can be challenging sometimes, especially when there are words that cannot directly translate from one language to another. This is usually due to difference in culture. The words, “father,” “dad” and “daddy” are great examples of this…
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