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Show: “The Circle”
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Show: “The Circle”

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While watching “The Circle,” there are a variety of English language elements that you can learn from and practice, including…

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doomscrolling
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doomscrolling

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In North American English, this word typically means…

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Show: “Emily In Paris”
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Show: “Emily In Paris”

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This Netflix show first began breaking streaming records when…

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Black History Month In Canada

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Some holidays in Canada last for an entire month. Black History Month is one of those observances. To learn why and how Canadians across the country are showing up to educate, celebrate and honour the Black communities in Canada, click the “Read More” button below.

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melting pot vs. cultural mosaic

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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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Groundhog Day In Canada

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Some Canadian holidays are a little quirky, including Groundhog Day, a day when friends and family gather in public parks, squares, and streets to…

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