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Book: “Born A Crime”
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“Born A Crime” by comedian and former talk show host Trevor Noah is an eye-opening memoir that…
Song: “If I Were A Boy”
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If I Were A Boy by Beyoncé is not only an iconic song from…
Valentine’s Day In Canada
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Valentine’s Day, the mid-February holiday oft discussed in the media from an American perspective, is…
Show: “Black-ish”
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This critically acclaimed American sitcom, which is streamable on Disney+, spans…
Black Girl Magic
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In American English, this expression typically means…
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Profile: British Columbia
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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 dress in layers
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This phrase is commonly used in the fall and winter, sometimes even the spring in Canada. Do you know what it means? Learn how to use it by reading more…
Easter In Canada
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Happy Easter! Three days after Good Friday is a nation-wide holiday in Canada called, Easter Monday. Celebration of this holiday varies, as it often depends on a person’s belief system. Some might spend this day…
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