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Spring Open House
Project Literacy was pleased to host an Open House for our funders, long-time supporters and volunteers. The Learning Centre was at capacity as over 30 guests enjoyed live music, interactive games and time to talk and catch up with each other. Our Board President, Ruth Walper recognized our funders and community partners, including The United […]
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Communicating in Plain Language is Good for Business
We are often asked – what is plain language? Plain language is about clear communication. It’s about using common words and presenting information in a straightforward, logical way. If clients, customers, and employees don’t understand your message, they can tune you out. Because of this, Canadian organizations lose $2.5 billion in productivity annually. By simply […]
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Project Literacy Excited to Receive 2017 Literacy Award by the Council of the Federation Literacy
With a close to 2017, Project Literacy is proud to reflect on its achievements. One highlight of the year was being awarded, in November, the 2017 Literacy Award by the Council of the Federation Literacy. This award recognizes achievement, innovative practice and excellence in literacy across Canada. Project Literacy recognizes that not every person learns […]
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Andrew Overcame Lifelong Math Challenges to Pursue a Future in Technology
Andrew McCartan has been a resident in Kelowna for the past 16 years. He previously lived in Calgary and Nanaimo. During those years he worked in the oil patch and in construction but always had a passion for technology. After researching various career paths, Andrew decided to make a major change in his life and […]
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Learning English Was a Goal for Julie and Accomplishing It Has Opened Doors
“It was always a dream of mine to speak English. When I was a child, I begged my parents to go to an English school, but because my parents could not speak English the school system would not allow it and I was never given the opportunity.” – Julie Julie is a French-speaking Canadian who […]
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PROJECT LITERACY IS ESTABLISHING NEW FOSTERING LITERACY PROGRAM IN KELOWNA
Project Literacy has received a grant from Decoda Literacy Solutions to initiate the Fostering Literacy Program within the local community. With the support of the ONE TO ONE Society, the new Kelowna program will follow the ONE TO ONE tutoring program model that has already been established in 210 British Columbia schools and 20 school […]
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A Mother-Daughter Team Able to Achieve More through Project Literacy Services
Upon meeting Uyen and Anh, it is clear they are very hardworking and appreciative people. As they both work to improve their English, they communicate with basic words and body language. The mother-daugher pair are from Vietnam. Uyen arrived in 2013, Anh arriving one year later. The pair both work at a local clothing shop […]
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ESL Programs and Services Directory
Project Literacy often gets asked about other English as a Second Language programs in the Kelowna area. Here is a list we recently created with current information. As we find out about more we will be updating the list, be sure to check back! ESL Programs and Services Directory (August 16th 2017)
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Project Literacy is Introducing Plain Language and Literacy Audit Tool Training
Project Literacy is introducing plain language and literacy audit tool training in the form of workshops. Our first one is coming up next month. This full-day workshop will help you and your organization better understand the value of plain language. You will learn how to update documents for clear communication, support your clients more fully […]
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‘GET CONNECTED’ WITH NEW DIGITAL LITERACY PROGRAM FOR SENIORS
Many of us struggle to stay on top of the developments in this new age of technology. In a generation where cell phones, Wi-Fi and laptops are the norm it can be difficult to keep up and stay connected. Project Literacy’s newest program, ‘Get Connected: Digital Literacy for Seniors’ aims to target that struggle for […]
