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You have probably heard that buying a home is the better option because you are building equity, and, what follows, wealth that way, and renting is just throwing your money away. However, making the right decision may depend on your individual circumstances and priorities. Here are some points to consider when solving the dilemma of …

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As a teenager, I often pushed my mom away, even though I desperately wanted her closeness. The more pressing the need for her was, the more I pulled away. I remember her often asking me if something happened and telling me that she was always there for me when I needed her. I would deny …

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The Two Types of Eid in Islam Eid means ‘festival’ or ‘feast’ in Arabic. Muslim people celebrate two types of Eid: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. The two Eids honour and celebrate two different events in Islamic faith. Eid al-Fitr means the ‘feast of breaking the fast.’ After the holy month of Ramadan and one-month …

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After the Plains of Abraham Even though the British were victorious at the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, and the French left North America after the Treaty of Paris in 1963, they still needed to establish peace with all the French people living in Canada. In 1774, the British passed the Quebec Act that …

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Canadian communication style depends on the region a bit, with Francophones being more indirect and Anglophones being more direct. Francophone express themselves more passionately and use more gestures, while Anglophones are more subdued. Francophones are also more likely to interrupt other speakers, while Anglophones consider it rude to do so. Generally speaking, Canadian communication style …

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What is a cover letter? A cover letter is a one-page document that accompanies your resume and explains your interest in, skills and qualifications for a particular job. While the resume summarizes your work history in detail, the cover letter hints at a real person behind it. It is to spark your recruiter’s interest and …

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What is small talk? Small talk is a short conversation about unimportant topics you have with people you hardly know during those short meetings when you wait for the elevator, in the elevator, during coffee break, at lunch room or at work meetings. Small talk is rather informal and polite. It is a social skill …

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So, you need a job, but wait… To apply for one, you need a resume first. Writing a resume can be a daunting endeavour. Follow these steps to write a killer resume even with no experience. Step One: Read the job ad and analyze the job requirements Before writing a resume and attending a job …

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What was Fur Trade? Fur trade in Canada, also called the beaver trade, was a business enterprise between the French, Dutch, British, Indigenous and the Europeans that reached its peak 250 years ago. It started at the time when the first French and English settlements were established in what is now Canada. The fur trade …

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Celebrating moms on Mother’s Day is a heart-warming custom. Explore these beautiful Mother’s Day traditions from around the world. Maybe they will inspire you to shower your mother with even more love and appreciation. The Origin of Mother’s Day Festivals honouring mothers date back to ancient times. Festivals for mother goddesses were held by the …

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