Posted: November 10, 2010 |

The Governor General of Canada says that Canadians need to innovate technologically — in terms of giving people the education, skills and training they need to compete in the global marketplace.
Posted: November 10, 2010 |

Biggest-ever Universities Rankings package, arriving on newsstands starting Nov. 11, offers everything prospective university students need to know to find the perfect fit. PLUS: Win a $20,000 scholarship
Posted: November 10, 2010 |

Johanna Skibsrud is the winner of the 2010 Scotiabank Giller Prize honouring the best in Canadian literature.
Posted: November 10, 2010 |
Eight graduates recently celebrated their graduation from the First Nations Language Proficiency Program, delivered in partnership by the Department of Education and Simon Fraser University (SFU).
Posted: November 9, 2010 |

Gov. Gen. David Johnston's first official visit to New Brunswick, beginning today, will be about more than the usual vice-regal pomp and ceremony.
Posted: November 9, 2010 |
Students are another step closer to a better financial assistance program that should make post-secondary education more affordable.
Posted: November 8, 2010 |
If there is one truly mega challenge in society today, it is illiteracy. It is, moreover, not only a challenge for schools, but also for many adults, and recent news has given attention to both sides of the issue.
Posted: November 8, 2010 |
The Canadian Society of Immigration Consultants (CSIC) today shined its member spotlight on Lisa Ramkissoon in recognition of her exceptional work as a volunteer advocate for the rights of women, children and refugees.
Posted: November 8, 2010 |

Feature of the Month puts the spotlight on a document, an organization, a program or a website. For the month of November, NALD@Work is highlighting a series of documents.
Posted: November 8, 2010 |

On Tuesday, November 9, 2010, for the ninth year, Toronto's literary community will come together to celebrate this year's best in Canadian fiction at the Scotiabank Giller Light Bash, in support of Frontier College - Canada's original literacy organization.
Posted: November 5, 2010 |

This report examines the number of NALD Library documents which are viewed and downloaded by visitors to the websites NALD and NALD@Work.
Posted: November 5, 2010 |

Pick up a pencil and play! That's what famed Canadian author Robert Munsch does.
Posted: November 4, 2010 |

The largest delegation of Canadian university presidents ever to travel abroad begins a seven-day mission in India on November 8.
Posted: November 4, 2010 |

Students are calling on the federal government and opposition parties to fix C-32 and finally adopt copyright legislation for the digital age.
Posted: November 3, 2010 |

Each year, from November 5 to 11, Canadians join together to celebrate Veterans’ Week. These online educational resources are designed to help teachers and students with the commemoration.
Posted: November 3, 2010 |

The number of international students enrolled in Canadian universities increased 10 percent this year: a trend that enriches the learning experience for Canadian students, builds global links for Canada and generates economic activity in communities across the country.
Posted: November 3, 2010 |
The Nunavut Literacy Council is holding elections for positions on the board of directors.
Ballots must be received by November 12, 2010.
Posted: November 2, 2010 |

Generally, Canadians everywhere are united in valuing learning highly; yet we are falling far short of our potential.
Posted: November 2, 2010 |

As part of Life Literacy Night held at the iconic CN Tower last night, individuals from government, business and the literacy field gathered to celebrate 20 years of ABC Life Literacy Canada’s efforts in raising awareness of the life literacy cause.
Posted: November 2, 2010 |
Deadline: November 10, 2010
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Deadline: November 10, 2010
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Deadline: November 12, 2010
Posted: November 1, 2010 |

Improving quality of life by increasing literacy and essential skills is the goal of a new Atlantic awareness campaign launched by the Council of Atlantic Ministers of Education and Training (CAMET).
Posted: October 29, 2010 |
Deadline: November 8, 2010
The Centre for Literacy is a pan-Canadian centre of expertise that supports best practices and informed policy development in the fields of literacy and essential skills. They are looking for a permanent Project Officer reporting to the Executive Director (ED).
Posted: October 29, 2010 |
TORONTO, Oct. 29 /CNW/ - The Ontario Deputy Minister of Education, Kevin Costante, will participate in the Independent Learning Centre's (ILC) Graduation and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, October 30th, 2010.
Posted: October 29, 2010 |

Media Awareness Network (MNet) today released e-Parenting Tutorial: Keeping up with your kids' online activities, an online resource to help parents better understand and become actively involved in their children's online lives.
Posted: October 28, 2010 |

The latest university enrolment figures show overall enrolment is up almost four percent – 32,000 more, full-time students registered this fall than in 2009. At every level and in every region of the country, more young people are heading to university.
Posted: October 28, 2010 |

The Minister of Education, Culture and Employment, Jackson Lafferty, tabled the Northwest Territories Aboriginal Languages Plan – A Shared Responsibility document earlier today in the Legislative Assembly.
Posted: October 28, 2010 |
“Several well deserving community volunteers, who have made outstanding contributions to public libraries across the province, will be recognized as part of activities surrounding Canadian Library Month in October,” says Tourism and Culture Minister Robert Vessey.
Posted: October 28, 2010 |
Committee will advise government on ways to strengthen the sector and build stronger communities
Edmonton - Twelve community leaders from across the province have been brought together to form the new Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Citizens’ Advisory Committee to provide advice to the Alberta government on issues facing the nonprofit/voluntary sector.