The preferred Canadian spelling for the noun is practice (with a c).
- André had soccer practice every Tuesday, rain or shine.
- Is Aviva engaged in the practice of law?
The preferred Canadian spelling for the verb is practise (with an s).
- Do our leaders practise what they preach?
- No, Aviva practises medicine.
The participles are spelled practised (with an s) or practising (with an s).
- This medical journal is an essential reference for practising physicians.
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