Employment program works financial literacy into the mix
An Alberta-based community literacy organization has added a new twist to its youth employment program.
26 November, 2019
Montreal families celebrate Financial Literacy Month
On Monday November 4th, 25 children and their parents gathered at Dawson Boys & Girls Club in Verdun, Quebec to celebrate Financial Literacy Month. Families were on site for the event co-hosted wi
21 November, 2019
Toronto shelter helps marginalized women develop digital literacy skills
Street Haven Toronto at the CrossRoads is a community organization offering pathways for women who are experiencing or are at-risk of homelessness. This is just one of the many organizations hosting a
14 November, 2019
Literacy Organization Profile: Windsor Neighbourhood Learning Centre
This past February, ABC’s Allison Nichol Longtin, worked with the LINC 7/8 students at Windsor Neighbourhood Learning Centre (WNLC) in Burnaby, BC to organize an outreach Coffee Chat. The event gather
25 October, 2019
Take charge of your finances with Money Matters
November is Financial Literacy Month and this year’s theme is “Take Charge of Your Finances”. The goal of Financial Literacy Month is to encourage Canadians to take control of their financial well-bei
24 October, 2019
Adults and children should practice financial literacy together
When it comes to financial literacy, the statistics are startling. According to The Financial Planning Standards Council, four in 10 Canadians report that money is a daily concern, and a third of low-
23 October, 2019
The case for teaching financial literacy in the workplace
Financial Literacy has been a hot topic for several years now, and schools across the country are beginning to integrate financial literacy programming into their curriculum. But while youth are impro
05 October, 2019
Digital literacy program now available in French
A successful digital literacy program presented by ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) and Youth Empowering Parents has just been released in French. Youth Teaching Adults provides an opportunity for youth
24 September, 2019
Printing company sees success with workplace training program
Canada’s largest printer of hardcover books is one of the latest companies jumping at the opportunity to upgrade their employees’ skills. Friesens Corporation, based in Altona, Manitoba, was one of 15
10 September, 2019
ABC Life Literacy Canada adds three new workshops to its UP Skills for Work program
In honour of the 10th annual Essential Skills Day, ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) has added three additional workshops to its UP Skills for Work employability skills program on the topics of Stress Ma
05 September, 2019
Family Services of Greater Vancouver is top winner of the Canada Life Literacy Innovation Award
ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) is pleased to announce the top and honourable mention winners of the 2019 Canada Life Literacy Innovation Award (LIA). The annual award recognizes organizations that dev
25 August, 2019
ABC Life Literacy Canada introduces new Money Matters workbooks for people with diverse abilities
ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) is pleased to announce it is adding to its suite of Money Matters financial literacy programs. Money Matters for People with Diverse Abilities is launching nationally wi
21 August, 2019
New family financial literacy resources encourage families to openly discuss money
ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) is pleased to announce that its HSBC Family Literacy First program has been renewed with a new focus on family financial literacy. ABC will design three new “Numbers &am
03 June, 2019
Youths teach digital literacy to adult learners
In the age of rapidly changing technology, it can be difficult to keep up. While some Canadians thrive on new digital devices and technology, others find it confusing and daunting. How do we connect t
28 March, 2019
UP Skills for Work a key tool for employability
Ambreen Sarai, Economic Reintegration Specialist for the City of Toronto is a big supporter of employability skills programming. You’d be hard-pressed to find someone with more boots on the ground tha
25 March, 2019
Health literacy still an issue in Canada
October is Health Literacy Month, a time to increase understanding of health information and for Canadians to take charge of their health. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, 60 per cent
27 September, 2018
Money Matters for newcomers and new Canadians now available in Simplified Chinese
ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) is pleased to announce that Money Matters for Newcomers and New Canadians is now available in Simplified Chinese. Canada is known the world over for being a safe port in
09 August, 2018
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day with Money Matters for Indigenous Peoples
As the sun rises on the longest day of the year ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) joins Canadians across the country in celebrating the heritage, diverse cultures and the many contributions of our countr
21 June, 2018
Family literacy program reaches Canadians in five languages with new website and activities
ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) is proud to announce the new and improved HSBC Family Literacy First website — www.familyliteracyfirst.ca – now with access to over 50 downloadable family learning
17 April, 2018
Money Matters empowers newcomers and new Canadians to start the new year in control of their finances
ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) is ringing in the New Year with Money Matters for Newcomers and New Canadians, a financial literacy program for Canada’s newcomer community. The program, which is taught
09 January, 2018
