Category: Learning
The Victorian Adult Literacy Basic Education Council (VALBEC) is the peak body for the adult literacy field in Victoria. It was established in 1978, following the formation of ACAL (Australian Council for Adult Literacy).
Category: Learning
The Valley Adult Learning Association provides the Ontario Literacy and Basic Skills program to people in the Rainy River Valley. The staff and volunteer tutors work with committed adults to achieve their personal goals in reading, math, communications and computer skills.
Category: Learning
VCLA is a non-profit organization that helps adults achieve their personal learning goals. Beginning in Kings County in 1989 as the Kings County Learning Association, they now provide a forum for learners, community groups, instructors, tutors, publicly funded agencies and businesses to enhance the literacy levels of their fellow community members and new immigrants in both Kings and Annapolis Counties.
Category: Learning
CAP provides three upgrading programs: Access Programs that provide Employment and Life Skills to persons with disabilities; Literacy Programs provide Math and English courses to students who need fundamental skills; Adult Basic Education Programs provide High School equivalent courses in a variety of subject areas.
Category: Learning
This site provides Adult Education Centre locations, course search/browse services, highlights and general information.
Category: Learning
The Vanier Institute of the Family, established in 1965 under the patronage of Governor General Georges P. Vanier and Madame Pauline Vanier, is a national, charitable organization dedicated to promoting the well-being of Canadian families. It is governed by a volunteer board with regional representation from across Canada.
Categories: Essential skills, Learning
Founded in 1976, the READ Society helps students of all ages in the greater Victoria area learn basic academic skills through small classes, individualized help and a supportive, caring environment.
Category: Learning
The mission of this organization is to mobilize people and resources to support community agencies in delivering creative solutions to community problems. It is a not-for-profit, multi-service resource agency and they annually refer approximately 1,500 volunteers to these community based organizations.
Category: Learning
With the assistance of government, the private sector, organized labour, the voluntary sector and concerned Canadians, Volunteer Vancouver has a vision to connect people with their communities and to build a caring tolerant society - a society where volunteerism is an integral part of life.