Happy 158th Birthday, Canada! You’d have to be living with your head in the sand not to know that Canada’s very identity has been called into question these past six months.   On this Canada Day, July 1st, 2025, we reflect on what makes Canada Canada—not just to the world, but to me, personally. In this timely episode, we’ll:  🇨🇦 go on a whirlwind tour through Canadian history, from Viking visitors to full legal independence in 1982 🍁 take a look at the quirks and qualities that define Canadian culture, from hockey and maple syrup to multiculturalism, polite conversation, and the importance of personal space 🌍 And finally, reflect on the country’s currently strained relationship with its closest neighbour, the United States—and what this rift reveals about national identity, pride, and sovereignty. Happy Canada Day! As always, I’ll note some useful advanced English language (C1/C2 Intermediate & Advanced English) along the way. 🔊 Listen now and test your listening in this advanced English language podcast  🎧 Hear You Go English language listening podcasts aim to give you, the intermediate English language learner and advanced English language learner, a space to practice your English listening so that you can think, learn, and connect in English.    📥 Do you get my newsletter? It’s really the best way to hear from me. You can also follow me on Instagram. 🎶 Amos the Transparent provides my theme song. They're an awesome group of talented musicians. Give them some love and check out their music.  Please share the podcast and spread the knowledge!