Blog

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.

We post a new blog entry every Tuesday and Friday.

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…

Read More
Show: “Workin’ Moms”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Show: “Workin’ Moms”

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

“Workin’ Moms” is one of Canada’s most popular contemporary TV shows…

Read More
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…

Read More
Song: “Merry Christmas”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Song: “Merry Christmas”

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

World-renowned musicians Ed Sheeran and Elton John have come together to...

Read More

Most Popular Posts

Song: “O Canada”

— C1-C2 (advanced) —

Every country has a song that represents it. This is called a national anthem. Canada’s national anthem comes in five official varieties and in four languages. Do you know these different versions?

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…

Archive

Tags

Are you looking for blog posts on phrasal verbs, idioms, or other elements of the English language? Click on the tag below that interests you. You will be provided with all the blog posts that feature that element.