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Canada’s linguistic voice just got louder on the global stage as the Oxford English Dictionary officially added seven Canadian terms, including “kitty-corner,” “land acknowledgment,” and “point form,” signaling a shift from polite stereotypes to a more dynamic, assertive Canadian identity. Phrases like “elbows up” — a rallying cry for standing firm — and Indigenous words like “kokum” (grandmother) reflect how culture and everyday speech are reshaping English. This recognition isn’t just about words; it’s about celebrating Canada’s unique cultural contributions and the living, evolving nature of language itself.

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