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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?”
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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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relation vs. relationship
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relation vs. relationship

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

It is a common mistake among English learners to say “relation” instead of “relationship.” These words do not mean…

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Movie: “We Live In Time”
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Movie: “We Live In Time”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

“We Live In Time,” starring Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh, is an emotionally-charged film about…

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to end up
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to end up

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

In North American English, this phrasal verb typically means…

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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…