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Show: “Running Point”
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Show: “Running Point”

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While watching “Running Point,” there are a variety of English language elements to learn and practice…

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to lay off
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to lay off

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In Canadian English, this phrasal verb typically means…

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to fire
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to fire

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In Canadian English, this verb typically means…

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Song: “Survive”
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Song: “Survive”

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Lewis Capaldi has made many hit songs. See how his song, “Survive,” can help you improve your English skills…

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Song: “O Canada”

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Every country has a song that represents it. This is called a national anthem. Canada’s national anthem comes in five official varieties and in four languages. Do you know these different versions?

father vs. dad vs. daddy

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A common mistake among learners of the English language is using the incorrect word to refer to a person’s father. “Father,” “dad” and “daddy” do not have the same meaning in all contexts. The meaning changes depending on…

5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part I

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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. Here is a brief list of…

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