The Need for the Project (as per original proposal)
Who Will Benefit From the Project? (as per original proposal)

The Data Collection Process
Expected Results of the Project (as per original proposal)

The History of Native Literacy Programs in Toronto

Host Organizations
Program Funding
Learner Recruitment, Assessment, Training, and Referral
Staff Recruitment and Training
Tutor Recruitment and Training
Program Delivery Models Used

Historical Timeline
MTCU Sponsorship of Native Literacy Programs

MTCU Program Specifications
LBS Functions and Services
LBS Learning Outcomes Matrix

Learners’ Surveys
Practitioners’ Surveys
Executive Directors’/Steering Committee Members’ Surveys
Two Focus-Group Discussions
The Community Meeting
Concluding the Background Information Section

Recommendations From Previous Native Literacy Projects

Utilizing a Culture-Based Approach and Framework
The Eastern Door: Awareness and Vision

Awareness of Native Literacy
Building a Vision of Native Literacy
Defining Native Literacy
Toward a Broader Definition of Literacy

The Southern Door: Outreach and Relationships.

Learner Recruitment, Outreach, and Referrals
Building Community Partnerships
Types of Partnerships Needed

The Western Door: Knowledge and Reasoning.

Ceremony as Part of the Aboriginal Learning Experience
The Need for Relevant Learning Experiences

The Northern Door: Program Design and Delivery Issues

Native Literacy Delivery Models
Some Positive Responses For Current Native Literacy Programs
How Holistic are Current Native Literacy Programs?
Barriers to Access
Literacy Instructors and Volunteers/Tutors
Program Needs and Funding Concerns
Program Accreditation and Articulation

Conclusions of the Project Findings