English Culture
How To Be Polite – A Business English Guide
Category: Business English Skills, English Culture | 2018-04-19
Politeness is key in so many situations, but it's especially important in business. Knowing how to be polite at the office will not only form a good first impression with your coworkers. It will also continue to keep that good ... [Read more]
Gord Downie: Hero of Canadiana
Category: English Culture | 2017-10-23
As an expat in Germany, I am often asked what Canada is like. And when I think about this question, I am flooded with a myriad of images of Canadiana. But, as a musician and music lover, I inevitably turn ... [Read more]
Saint Patrick’s Day
Category: English Culture | 2017-03-17
Happy Saint Patrick's Day to you! Today, like every year on March 17th, we celebrate this Irish holiday. In theory, it is the celebration of the life of Saint Patrick, a 5th century Irish priest, famous for bringing Christianity to Ireland. ... [Read more]
On Point: New Year’s Eve
Category: English Culture | 2017-02-03
New Year's Eve With The MacPherson Language InstituteGreetings to you all from The MacPherson Language Institute! I would like to welcome you all to the first of our weekly blogs on all things English. New Year's Eve has come and ... [Read more]