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Grandparents In Canada
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Grandparents In Canada

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

In Canada, however, there is much more variability with this vocabulary. Since Canada is…

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Profile: Alberta
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Profile: Alberta

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

Alberta, Canada: Wild Rose Country–the provincial slogan found on all Albertan license plates. Alberta is located in the region of Western Canada. It is…

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to come over
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to come over

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means…

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common courtesy
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common courtesy

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

Being polite varies from region to region, culture to culture, and even language to language. As such, it is important to…

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Mother’s Day
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Mother’s Day

– B2 (intermediate) –

Every second Sunday of May is a national holiday in Canada called, "Mother’s Day.” This holiday is…

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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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