First Woman Archbishop of Canterbury Elected, Former Cancer Nurse
Dame Sarah Mullally, a former cancer nurse, has been elected as the Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman to lead the Church of England in its centuries-long history.
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Camping for Cans Overcomes Storm, Aids Sudbury Food Bank
Despite severe weather challenges, Pure Country's annual Camping for Cans event successfully raised funds and food donations for the Sudbury Food Bank, supporting local community members in need.
Canstruction Returns to Conestoga Mall for Food Bank
The creative Canstruction event is back at Conestoga Mall, featuring impressive structures built entirely from canned goods to benefit the local food bank.
From Brass Tacks to Brass Tax: The Evolution of a Common Eggcorn
Explore the fascinating history and common misinterpretation of the idiom 'get down to brass tacks,' revealing how auditory language processing leads to persistent eggcorns like 'brass tax' in modern communication.
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Calgary Girl Guides Get 220K+ Cookie Boxes for Fundraiser
Thousands of boxes of Girl Guide cookies arrived in Calgary on Saturday, marking the start of the annual fundraising campaign that supports youth programs and community initiatives across the region.
The Surprising Origin of 'O'Clock' in English Language
Explore the fascinating evolution of 'o'clock' from medieval timekeeping phrases to modern contractions, revealing how technology shaped everyday language.
Toronto Student Helps Unhoused with Winter Care Packages
Katrina Cain-Griffin, a 25-year-old master's student in Toronto, launched Care4Care this winter to provide essential items and warmth to the city's unhoused population during the cold months.
B.C. Team Plans Fifth Mission to Support Ukraine Hospital
A humanitarian group from Vancouver Island is organizing its fifth mission to deliver medical supplies and support to a children's hospital in Ukraine, continuing efforts amid ongoing conflict.
U of Winnipeg Launches Indigenous Language Program
The University of Winnipeg welcomes its first cohort to the new Anishinaabemowin Language Program, a landmark initiative for Indigenous language revitalization in Manitoba. Learn more about this historic step.
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Meet SUNshine Girl Carmen, a university student studying hospitality with a passion for languages and a dream to work at Disney. Discover her story from the 2020 photoshoot.
U.S. List Names 2025's Most Mispronounced Words
A new U.S. list for 2025 highlights commonly mispronounced words, including a politician's name and a famous museum. Discover the correct pronunciations and why they trip people up.
'Parasocial' Named 2025 Word of the Year
Cambridge Dictionary reveals 'parasocial' as its 2025 Word of the Year, exploring our one-sided connections with celebrities and influencers in the digital age.
'Parasocial' Crowned Cambridge Dictionary Word of 2025
Cambridge Dictionary reveals 'parasocial' as its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting modern relationship trends. Discover what this means for digital culture.
Canada's Most Mispronounced Words Revealed
Discover which words Canadians struggle to pronounce, from Worcestershire sauce to Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage. Learn the correct pronunciations and avoid common mistakes.
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Canadians' Top Pronunciation Searches Revealed
New research reveals the words Canadians struggled to pronounce most in 2025. Worcestershire sauce topped the list with 139,200 searches. Discover the full ranking and pronunciation tips.
Linguist Steve Kaufmann on Quebec's Bilingualism Evolution
Polyglot Steve Kaufmann, who speaks 20+ languages, discusses Quebec's bilingualism progress, language learning methods, and why celebrating success matters. Read his insights.
BGC London starts $3M campaign for 70th anniversary
Facing financial challenges, London's Boys and Girls Club launches $3-million fundraising campaign during 70th anniversary celebration with Olympic champion Damian Warner.
The Real Reason We Use Filler Words Like 'Like'
A political aide's viral clip sparked debate over speech patterns. Linguists explain why filler words are natural and why criticism is often gendered.
Learning Cree Brings Wholeness to Saskatchewan Language Keepers
Discover the powerful journey of a Saskatchewan language keeper revitalizing Cree and reconnecting with cultural identity through ancestral language preservation efforts.
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Discover how Babbel's science-backed approach to language learning helps Canadians master new languages faster with practical, real-world conversations.
Police Launch Real-Time Translation App for Emergency Calls
Chatham-Kent Police Service launches groundbreaking real-time translation technology, transforming emergency response and community policing across language divides.
Dictionary.com picks Gen-Z slang '67' as Word of the Year
Discover why Dictionary.com chose the cryptic Gen-Z term '67' as its 2023 Word of the Year, beating out AI and other tech buzzwords in a surprising linguistic victory.
Young Quebecers Pulling Away From French: OQLF Study
New OQLF study investigates alarming trend of youth disengaging from French in Quebec. Discover the factors behind this linguistic shift and what it means for the province's future.
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