Literacy News

August 13, 2019

Learning to read and write having ‘huge impact’ on P.E.I. man’s life

When Brandon Solomon was asked to write an essay in a Grade 11 science class, he couldn’t do it. He decided to leave school and says […]
August 13, 2019

The Impact of Literacy

The need for literacy and essential skills training has never been greater. 42% of adults in Canada do not have the minimum literacy skills to cope […]
August 18, 2019

Ten Key Facts About Community Literacy Agencies

Those of us who learn, work, and volunteer in Ontario’s community-based literacy agencies know all about the importance of what we do. But some of us […]
August 18, 2019

Literacy in Ontario

Literacy is a serious issue in Canada and in Ontario. The International Adult Literacy and Skills Survey (IALSS) was released in 2005. IALSS, along with previous […]