National Adult Literacy Database

The research suggests not only that parents’ participation plays a key role in shaping child development, but that disadvantaged parents face more barriers in engaging in these practices. Complementary research shows that parents’ socioeconomic circumstances and educational attainment levels have a direct effect on children’s outcomes.

Volunteer work can be a great way to increase your professional skills, try out a new career or simply take a break from the pressures of your current job and enjoy a different type of activity.

The Board of Directors and staff of the former Ontario Literacy Coalition have announced they have officially become Essential Skills Ontario. "This new name and brand allows us to expand the reach of the organization and better achieve our mission of inspiring and leading the development of literacy and essential skills solutions through excellence in collaboration, research and innovation," said Lesley Brown, Executive Director.

Landing a co-op job while still in school can provide you with excellent experience and be a valuable stepping stone towards your future career.

Despite a conservative hiring forecast, nearly four in 10 (38 per cent) executives said they face a recruiting environment that is either somewhat or very challenging. This is up from 32 per cent last quarter.

Both sides pledge to work together to promote mutually beneficial job training, energy production and economic development. Yukon College and the University of Alaska will continue their partnership in developing a shared underground and surface mine training program that meets industry standards in both Canada and the U.S.

A total of 950 scholarships, valued at $1,000 or $1,500 each, are available to Alberta apprentices this year. Apprentices may apply for these scholarships online by visiting www.tradesecrets.alberta.ca before the June 29 deadline.

The organization provides skills upgrading and training to Aboriginal people looking for employment in the mining sector, particularly at operations close to their communities.

Many “talkers” in the workplace don’t realize they’re causing their colleagues grief. One approach would be to let her know you’re trying to concentrate and suggest she take scheduled work and personal calls somewhere more private, such as a vacant meeting room.

Canada's Building Trade Unions and the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) have announced a joint agreement to advance long-term competitiveness of the oil sands industry, with particular focus on developing a stronger skilled trades workforce.

At most organizations conventional wisdom is that working in groups is more productive than individual work. Yet, research on teamwork shows it can actually inhibit or even damage productivity.

When asked about your weaknesses, it's smart to answer the question in the context of the job you're seeking. You wouldn't say you're uncomfortable meeting new people if you're applying to be a sales representative. You wouldn't say you're uncomfortable with technology if you're applying for - well, just about anything.

Growing demand for skilled trades training has initiated a plan in British Columbia to renew trades training facilities at Camosun College for a new generation of students. With support of the Province, the college will develop a comprehensive business case for the Camosun College Trades Renewal Project.

Seniors in Fredericton will soon have new opportunities to volunteer and mentor younger generations thanks to funding through the New Horizons for Seniors Program. The Government of Canada is investing $35.6 million in almost 2,000 community-based projects across Canada as part of the 2011–2012 call for proposals.

The goal of the strategy is to assist in addressing the province’s literacy and essential skills challenges and to help current and potential employees in New Brunswick gain the essential skills they need to meet the changing demands of the workplace.