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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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toast
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toast

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

A noun, a verb, this word has multiple meanings and uses for holidays and everyday life…

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to have a gift exchange
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to have a gift exchange

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

In Canadian English, this expression typically means…

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bagpipes
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bagpipes

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

Do you know what musical instrument this is? In Canada, it is…

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Spooktober
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Spooktober

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

In Canadian English, this word typically means…

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Most Popular Posts

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…

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melting pot vs. cultural mosaic

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

There are many different types of multiculturalism. You may have heard of one type, the melting pot, but that does not describe the multiculturalism that exists in Canada. Do you know what type describes Canadian society?

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5 Indigenous Words Used In Canadian English, Part I

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

This has been one of our most popular blog posts for several months now. Learn what five Indigenous words Canadian English has borrowed and uses in everyday life. But don’t stop there! There is also a Part 2 and 3, where you can learn 10 more Indigenous words common to Canadian English….

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