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to look after
– B1-B2 (intermediate) –
In Canadian English, this phrasal verb typically means…
native vs. native speaker
– B1-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –
“Native” and “native speaker” do not mean the same thing in Canadian English. This is what they mean…
to have a crush on + SOMEONE
– B1-B2 (intermediate) –
In Canadian English, this common expression typically means…
exercise vs. sport
– A2-B1 (beginner to intermediate) –
It is common mistake among English learners to confuse the words “exercise” and “sport.” These words do not mean the same thing in Canadian English…
to know to + VERB vs. to know how to + VERB
– B1-B2 (intermediate) –
It is a common mistake to say “to know to” instead of “to know how to.” These do not mean the same thing. Learn the difference here…
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Black History Month In Canada
— C1-C2 (advanced) —
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.
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?
Groundhog Day In Canada
— B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) —
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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