Written by Gabriela Estrada

For the Latin diasporaFor the Latino diaspora, November in Canada is as cold as it is festive, and it is thanks to communities like the Panamanian Panamanian and Ecuadorianbecause they give us celebrations worthy of putting into practice the English or French English or French!

At Planeta Immiland, we always say that the best way to learn a language is through language immersion. linguistic immersion immersion. So today we'll be talking about two celebrations that fit perfectly into the country's multiculturalism. In this blog, we will be immersed in an incredible Community Gathering/Rassemblement Communautaire full of music, food and joy.

Read to the end because we are going to highlight the Fiestas Patrias of Panama and the Independence of Cuenca, Ecuador, to learn vocabulary learn vocabulary in English and French and speak with confidence between Panamanians and Ecuadorians, and in general with everything. Let's get started!

Words and phrases to speak during the Panamanian and Ecuadorian holidays in Canada

By using English and/or French words and phrases during the celebrations, you will be able to meet the objective of interact with other people, feel free to describe describe what you see and use your own vocabulary to congratulate someone, ask about food, talk about fashion shows, costumes, etc. Also make short publications in your WhatsApp statuses, in social networks, invitations by mail, among others.

If the celebration has already passed, practice the verb tenses in the past tense or keep the celebrations current for several days (in November) until you can apply the correct spelling of dates, emblematic places, images or related videos.

Panama's National Holidays: Memorial Day

In Canada, the Panamanian Panamanian community also celebrates its separation from Colombia on November 3rd and Flag Day on November 4. Post on networks and practice oral and written production.

To show pride:

• Phrase: Panama in Vancouver! Pride of my homeland on this Memorial Day. Warm greetings to all my compatriots, long live Panama!

English: Panama in Vancouver! The pride of my homeland this Remembrance Day. Warm greetings to all my fellow citizens. Long live Panama!

• French: Le Panama à Vancouver ! Fierté de ma patrie en ce Jour du Souvenir. Warm greetings to all my compatriots. Vive le Panama!

To write dates:

• Phrase: On November 4, we all proudly celebrate Memorial Day.

• English: On November 4th, we all proudly celebrate Remembrance Day.

• French: Le 4 novembre, nous célébrons tous avec fierté le Jour du Souvenir.

In a photo: 

• Phrase: Me, dressed in red, white and blue, in our great community celebration.

• English: Me dressed in red, white, and blue at our big community celebration.
• French: Moi, vêtue de rouge, blanc et bleu lors de notre grande célébration communautaire.

At the food stand: 

• Phrase: Our typical Panamanian sancocho is also eaten in Canada! I invite you to try this delicious chicken and yam stew!

• English: Our typical Panamanian sancocho is eaten in Canada too! I invite you to try this delicious chicken and yam stew!
• French: Our typical Panamanian stew is also tasted in Canada! I invite you to taste this delicious stew of poultry and lamb!

Ecuador in Montreal! Cuenca Pride 

The November 3rd is the Independence Day of Cuenca, Ecuador. In cities such as Montreal and Toronto, community gatherings are held to remember the heroes and keep the culture alive.

Use ready-made captions for your post and practice writing production

Use these phrases for your photos or stories:

• Phrase: I love that Canada, especially Montreal, allows us to celebrate the Independence of Cuenca!

• English: I love that Canada, especially Montreal, allows us to celebrate Cuenca's Independence!
• French: J'adore le fait que le Canada, surtout Montréal, nous permette de célébrer l'Indépendance de Cuenca!

Practice the past tense:

• Phrase: This morning we witnessed a tribute to the heroes of Cuenca.

• English: This morning we witnessed a tribute to the heroes of Cuenca.
• French: Ce matin, nous avons assisté à un hommage aux héros de Cuenca.

To highlight typical costumes:

• Quote: The Toquilla Straw Hat is a true Ecuadorian icon, you have to see it in person!

• English: The Toquilla Straw Hat is a true Ecuadorian icon. You have to see it in person!
• French: Le Chapeau de Paille Toquilla is a true equatorial icon. You must see it in person!

To talk about Ecuadorian beverages:

• Phrase: Have you tried Colada Morada? It is a sweet Andean drink with spices.

• English: Have you tried the Colada Morada yet? It's a sweet Andean drink with spices.
• French: Avez-vous déjà goûté à la Colada Morada? It's an Andean beverage made with spices.

Learn languages with Planeta Immiland Education

Applying the celebration of our national holidays to the vocabulary in English and French is a great way to adapt to the Canadian environment and a beautiful and a beautiful sign of Latin identity.

If you feel your English or French still needs structure, or if you want to stop translating mentally and start sounding like a native speaker, the best thing to do is to study with a focus on your goals.

At Planet Immilandwe offer English English courses y French courses with an immigration focus for Canada and bring you to the level of fluency you need to excel in social celebrations, work, study and much more.

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I hope this topic will be useful for you to practice your language. Thanks for reading, see you in the next blog!

With love, 

Planeta Immiland Education