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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.
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SHOW: “World Wild Hearts”
– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –
Are you wanting to improve your travel vocabulary in English? Check out this YouTube channel…
SONG: “Where Is My Husband?”
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Did you know that Raye’s song, “Where Is My Husband?”, is not only hilarious and fun but also educational? See what you can learn…
Best Books of 2025
– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –
If you are looking for some book recommendations to improve your English reading and vocabulary skills, then this list of the best books of 2025 is a great place to look…
MOVIE: “A Merry Little Ex-Mas”
– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –
This Christmas movie on Netflix can help you practice many things in the English language, including…
SONG: “Man I Need”
– B2-C1 (intermediate to advanced) –
This fun song by British artist Olivia Dean can teach you much about the English language…
Most Popular Posts
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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