National Adult Literacy Database

“The Government of Saskatchewan is committed to improving education and employment outcomes for all Saskatchewan people and Adult Basic Education programs are an important part of that commitment,” Advanced Education, Employment and Immigration Minister Rob Norris said recently.

Cash-strapped students have a number of ways they can reduce their taxes now, as well as in the future, says CIBC’s tax and estate planning expert Jamie Golombek, in the third of a series of tax tips this month.

The Saskatchewan Literacy Network wishes to thank everyone who participated in this year’s “What Did You Learn Today” contest sponsored by the Canadian Commission for UNESCO to bring awareness to International Adult Learners’ Week.

International Adult Learners’ Week (IALW) received much support from literacy organizations across Canada as was indicated by the number of articles posted to the IALW news releases page on NALD.

For people to want to read, they must see themselves in the story, which one Canadian author says has been a stumbling block for aboriginal youth.

“Canada’s social and economic future lies in the continued educational growth of its citizens,” said Andrew Parkin, director general of CMEC. “Whether it is learning a new language, improving our literacy, or acquiring the skills needed for a new career, adult learning offers us the chance to grow as individuals and in doing so create positive change in our homes, communities and country.”

The Saskatchewan Literacy Network, in partnership with the Canadian Commission for UNESCO, is pleased to present the What Did You Learn Today? Contest. It is open to adults in Saskatchewan and wraps up Sunday, April 10, at midnight.

The Ministry of Tourism, Parks, Culture and Sport has revealed the top five in the race for the best summer job ever – the ‘Saskatchewanderer.’

In this inaugural issue of ‘Insights,’ OLES focuses on employer perceptions of workplace literacy and essential skills training.

Some of your favourite titles at Grass Roots Press are 10 per cent off from April 2 to 9, Adult Learners’ Week.

Through the learner area of its website, CLLN strives to strengthen the voice of learners across Canada. Complete with an audio component, the learner area features learner profiles, an interactive election feature and tips for writing letters.

This study kit includes literacy activities that can be used with adult learners during an election period. The focus is on helping learners make informed decisions about the election and, at the same time, develop their vocabulary and their understanding of elections and the democratic process.  

The LEARN program has successfully assisted thousands of adult learners looking to improve their literacy skills. It allows Canadian adults to easily access information about local literacy organizations and help them move forward in finding an appropriate learning program.

Training sessions will be held to introduce Read Forward, a new adult reading resource developed by the Centre for Foundational Learning at Bow Valley College in Calgary.

With March being Fraud Prevention Month in Canada, it’s a good time to go over some of the precautions we should take when posting personal information online, even when it’s not financial data.