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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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Song: “Daisies”
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Song: “Daisies”

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

By listening to Justin Bieber’s song, “Daisies,” there are many elements of the English language that learners can learn…

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Song: “Survive”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “Survive”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

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

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Game: “Suburbia”
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Game: “Suburbia”

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

“Suburbia” serves as an effective and immersive language learning tool. By playing this game, you can practice and learn…

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Song: “Echo”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “Echo”

– B2-C2 (intermediate to advanced) –

“Echo” by Elevation Worship, featuring Tauren Wells is an uplifting song for those who are needing…

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father vs. dad vs. daddy

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

A common mistake that many language learners make is using the word, “daddy,” when it is not appropriate. “Daddy” does not mean the exact same thing as “dad” or “father.” It’s meaning changes based on context: your age, the age of the person you’re speaking to…

to lay off

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

A common mistake among learners of the English language is using the incorrect word to refer to why a person no longer has a job. What is the difference between the verbs “to lay off” and “to fire”? Learn this difference here.

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. Here is a brief list of…