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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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social movement
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social movement

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In the English language, this term generally means…

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Song: “Enough For Love”
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Song: “Enough For Love”

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Enough For Love by singer/producer Kelela is a chill pop track from…

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Movie: “You People”
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Movie: “You People”

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Netflix’s new romantic dramedy, featuring Hollywood A-listers like Jonah Hill, Eddie Murphy and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, explores the delicate…

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to throw shade
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to throw shade

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In North American English, this expression typically means…

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International Mother Language Day
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International Mother Language Day

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Between 1947 and 1955, citizens of modern-day Bangladesh, known then as East Pakistan, fought for…

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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…