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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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Song: “Birds Of A Feather”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “Birds Of A Feather”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

By listening to her 2024 hit, “Birds Of A Feather,” you can learn and practice your English language skills in a variety of ways…

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Halloween In Canada
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Halloween In Canada

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

This celebration is widely observed across Canada by children and adults, alike. It is a day when people...

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National Day For Truth And Reconciliation
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

National Day For Truth And Reconciliation

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

Holidays in Canada are not always celebratory; for example, September 30th: National Day For Truth And Reconciliation. This holiday is...

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Remembrance Day
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Remembrance Day

—| B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) |—

On November 11th every year, Canadians observe what is called Remembrance Day, a statutory holiday that…

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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…