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Anglophone, Francophone, Allophone
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Anglophone, Francophone, Allophone

– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –

“Anglophone,” “Francophone” and “Allophone” are common words in Canadian English. Learn what they mean on our blog…

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melting pot vs. cultural mosaic
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

melting pot vs. cultural mosaic

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

Canada does not prescribe to this concept of being a melting pot, for its societal structure is based on what is known as…

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Game: “Suburbia”
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Game: “Suburbia”

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

“Suburbia” serves as an effective and immersive language learning tool. By playing this game, you can practice and learn…

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Profile: Manitoba
Brandon Douglas Brandon Douglas

Profile: Manitoba

– C1-C2 (advanced) –

Manitoba is one of four provinces that are located in the region of Western Canada. As such, it is equally a…

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