True North Words

audiobook (Unabridged) 20 Ideas That Define Canada

By Vincent Froom

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What does it mean to be Canadian—word by word?


In this lyrical and thought-provoking exploration, author Vincent Froom traces the soul of Canada through twenty defining ideas that shape how we see ourselves, each other, and the land we call home.


From Mosaic and Reconciliation to Double-Double and Hoser, True North Words celebrates the quirks, complexities, and quiet strengths of Canadian identity. With each chapter, Froom unpacks a single word—not just as a definition, but as a story, a history, a mirror. He weaves together cultural insight, poetic reflection, and real voices to capture the essence of who we are and how we live.


This is more than a book about language—it's a love letter to pluralism, politeness, resilience, and snow. It's for newcomers and born-here lifers. It's for readers who believe that sometimes the smallest words reveal the biggest truths.


Heartfelt, humorous, and deeply Canadian, this book invites you to read your country aloud—one word at a time.

True North Words