Use the term all the time over here, as recommended by the appropriate authorities.
From Canada's AIM
4.2.8 Take-off Clearance
When ready for takeoff, the pilot shall request a take-off clearance and should include the runway number. Upon receipt of the take-off clearance, the pilot shall acknowledge and take off without delay, or inform ATC if unable to do so.
Pilot: WINNIPEG TOWER, BEECH ALFA JULIETT GOLF TANGO
READY FOR TAKEOFF, RUNWAY THREE SIX.
Tower: JULIETT GOLF TANGO, WINNIPEG TOWER (any special information-hazards, obstructions, turn after takeoff, wind information if required, etc.), CLEARED FOR TAKEOFF RUNWAY THREE SIX (or JULIETT GOLF TANGO, WINNIPEG TOWER, FROM GOLF, CLEARED FOR TAKEOFF RUNWAY THREE ONE).
Pilot: JULIETT GOLF TANGO.
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