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Learn what formal and informal language is, how to use formal and informal language, and how to make formal and informal requests with modal verbs. This reading is perfect for ESL students who want to improve their real-world reading and communication skills.

What is Black Friday? Black Friday is a big shopping day. It happens the day after American Thanksgiving. Each year, it falls on the fourth Friday of November. Many stores offer big discounts. Shoppers look for deals on many items. Black Friday is not a public holiday in Canada. Stores are usually open, and people go to work or school as usual. On Black Friday, many workers get special shifts or extra hours instead of a day off. The History of Black Friday Black Friday starte

Learn simple and clear steps to find and apply for jobs in Canada. This readin helps adult learners find work in Canada. It gives a clear guide to look for jobs. It explains what an industry is. It shows the top jobs that are in demand now. The text teaches six ways to find a job. It explains how to use job-search websites like Job Bank. It shows step-by-step instructions for Job Bank. The reading also shows different ways to apply for work.

Remembrance Day is observed on November 11 each year. It marks the end of the First World War, which was on November 11, at 11 a.m. in 1918, and it honours the men and women who served in the armed forces. On this day, Canadians stop at 11:00 a.m. for a two‑minute silence. People wear poppies, go to ceremonies at cenotaphs, and remember those who died and those who were wounded. Who Gets The Day Off On Remembrance Day Remembrance Day is not a statutory holiday for most worke

What Is Minimum Wage? Minimum wage is the lowest legal pay that an employer must pay an employee. Workers must not be paid less than the minimum wage. This includes full-time workers, part-time workers, and casual workers. It also includes workers who are paid by the hour or by commission. Minimum wage helps ensure that workers receive a basic income for their work. Employees Must Pay Their Employers Minimum Wage Employers must follow minimum wage laws. They must pay employe

Halloween safety means taking simple steps to ensure that everyone can enjoy Halloween without any harm. It is about making smart choices so that you remain safe while you are out trick-or-treating or enjoying other holiday activities. In this reading, you will discover 10 important safety tips with definitions, explanations, the risks of not following them, examples for each tip & functional conversation phrases which relate to giving advice about being safe on Halloween. Ha