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colleague vs. peer
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

colleague vs. peer

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Do you make this common mistake? Do you know the difference between these words?

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to have got vs. to have gotten
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to have got vs. to have gotten

–B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

“To have got” does not mean the same thing as “to have gotten” in Canadian English, but it is common among language learners to confuse them. Do you know what the difference is? Learn here…

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to prepare vs. to prepare yourself
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

to prepare vs. to prepare yourself

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“To prepare yourself” does not mean the same thing as “to prepare.” Do you know the difference? Learn here…

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paradise vs. heaven
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

paradise vs. heaven

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It is a common mistake among English language learners to confuse the words, “paradise” and “heaven.” Learn what these words actually mean…

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native vs. native speaker
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

native vs. native speaker

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“Native” and “native speaker” do not mean the same thing in Canadian English. This is what they mean…

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SONG: “Here And Now”
SONG: “Here And Now”

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English-language learners can improve their skills in English in many different ways by listening to this song by Aysanabee…

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to do a land acknowledgement
to do a land acknowledgement

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This is a common action that people do in Canada at both public events and in politics. Learn what it means…

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The Most Spoken Indigenous Languages In Canada
The Most Spoken Indigenous Languages In Canada

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English and French are not the only official languages in Canada. There are also a variety of Indigenous languages, such as…

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5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part III
5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part III

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The English language is rich with diverse vocabulary that is often borrowed or inspired by other tongues. Canadian English is no exception, as it has evolved to adopt…

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Show: “North of North”
Show: “North of North”

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“North of North” is a hilarious sitcom about a young Inuk woman living in Nunavut, Canada who…

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National Day For Truth And Reconciliation
National Day For Truth And Reconciliation

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Holidays in Canada are not always celebratory; for example, September 30th: National Day For Truth And Reconciliation. This holiday is...

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5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part II
5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part II

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Just like other anglophone nations, Canada has its own set of particular dialects or variants of the English language, which...

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5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part I
5 Indigenous Terms Used In Canadian English, Part I

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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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National Indigenous Peoples Day
National Indigenous Peoples Day

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June 21st is a national holiday in Canada called, “National Indigenous Peoples Day.” This particular day is dedicated to…

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Indigenous
Indigenous

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In Canadian English, this word typically means…

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Book: “Medicine Walk”
Book: “Medicine Walk”

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“Medicine Walk” by Richard Wagamese is a gorgeously written novel that…

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37 Words Related to Common Canadian Geography

— B1-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

Do you know how to refer to people from certain places in Canada? For example, what do you call a person from Toronto? A person from Quebec? What about Saskatchewan? Learn these words and more to describe each Canadian region…

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melting pot vs. cultural mosaic

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Many people have heard Americans refer to the United States as a melting pot of cultures due to its diverse population. While Canada is also diverse it is a cultural mosaic, not a melting pot. Learn the difference between these two societal structures here…

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mother vs. mom vs. mommy

— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —

A common mistake that many English learners make is confusing the words, “mother,” “mom” and “mommy.” These words refer to the same person, but they do not mean the same thing…

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