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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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Game: “What’s Yours Like?”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Game: “What’s Yours Like?”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

While playing “What’s Yours Like?”, there are a variety of language elements that English learners can practice and learn…

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Game: “Taboo”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Game: “Taboo”

– B1+ to C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

Playing games is an excellent strategy in making language learning both fun and immersive...

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Game: “The Sims 4”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Game: “The Sims 4”

– B1-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

One of the most popular video game franchises around the world is The Sims. Since the ‘90s, it has continued to be a source of…

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Game: “Dog Park”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Game: “Dog Park”

– B2-C2 (upper-intermediate to advanced) –

An effective way to practice a language is by incorporating it into your hobbies. After all, if you’re…

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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…

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