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in the blink of an eye
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In North American English, this idiom typically means…
2023 Reading Challenge
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Every year in the spirit of New Year’s, goodreads hosts a reading challenge, which millions of…
Top 10 Artists of 2022
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New Year’s Eve of 2021 saw me making the resolution of listening to…
to dress up
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In North American English, this word typically means…
Most Popular Posts
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.
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?
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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