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Hello all, I’m Rimi. I’m taking Business Management Co-op Diploma program and I just started my volunteer work experience as a social media assistant at VanWest College. This is my first blog, and I would like to share what my life in Vancouver is like so far. I would be glad if this information is helpful...

We’re Back And we’re back with 8 more common English sayings that you can use in conversation. Like any sayings or limericks in your native language, using English idioms usually come easier for native speakers. So show off your English speaking skills improvement by using one of these sayings naturally in dialogue. UP IN THE AIR...

Vancouver The falling of the leaves usually signifies the start of the autumn season. Some say Vancouver is not like the rest of Canada, referring to it as the ‘California’ of the north. To this, I agree Vancouver is very different. The weather alone is ideal, it doesn’t snow so much like the rest of the country...

Practice Makes Perfect We are pretty sure you’ve heard some reiteration of the saying “practice makes perfect”. It’s a very true statement, the outcome you receive from attempting to accomplish something will depend on how much effort you put in. Some outcomes are not that great and some can be very rewarding. VanWest College would like...

Idioms. What are they?   Idioms are phrases or expressions commonly used casually in conversations. They are usually understood in their figurative meaning rather than their literal meaning. Like any sayings or limericks in your native language, using English idioms usually come easier for native speakers. The more you improve your English skills we are sure...