ABC Life Literacy Canada

06/05/2026

Every learner in your literacy program arrives with their own unique personal experiences, motivation for participating, and program expectations. As their literacy practitioner, it’s up to you to find effective teaching methods that will work for each individual.

Western approaches have historically dominated many education institutions. Here are three tips to create a successful literacy program that’s culturally responsive to Indigenous learners. https://loom.ly/oFV37OI

Every learner in your literacy program arrives with their own unique personal experiences, motivation for participating, and program expectations. As their literacy practitioner, it’s up to you to find effective teaching methods that will work for each individual. Western approaches have historica...

06/04/2026

With June being Seniors Month, an annual initiative marked in several provinces to recognize and celebrate older adults, here are seven ways to avoid financial scams. https://loom.ly/XZ_FMhI

Financial scams have been around for decades, but in the age of the Internet, they’re becoming even more common. Thanks to technology, criminals can now attempt to scam you from anywhere in the world – they don’t have to be local. And they’re getting smarter about it too, by finding new and ...

06/03/2026

Strong digital and financial literacy skills are essential for navigating today’s world, particularly when it comes to online banking. That means understanding how to use digital tools confidently, while also knowing how to manage your money wisely and safely. https://loom.ly/ivKajiM

Strong digital and financial literacy skills are essential for navigating today’s world, particularly when it comes to online banking. That means understanding how to use digital tools confidently, while also knowing how to manage your money wisely and safely.

06/02/2026

Until recently, many traditional classroom resources and curriculum failed to include contributions of the le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning communities. Here’s how to make your classroom inclusive for this learner group. https://loom.ly/Nj1dBkw

Until recently, many traditional classroom resources and curriculum failed to include contributions of the le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning communities. This survey – which focused on K-12 – showed that only one in three students were taught positive representations of ...

06/01/2026

The deadline to apply to the Canada Life Literacy Innovation Award is today at 5pm EDT.

If you offer an innovative adult literacy or adult-integrated family literacy program, submit your application for a chance to be awarded up to $20,000!

Apply at abclifeliteracy.ca/lia.

05/29/2026

When people think about literacy programs, they often picture adults enrolling to improve their own reading, writing, math or digital skills, typically for employment purposes or further education. But for many adult learners, the biggest motivation isn’t career advancement alone, it’s family. https://loom.ly/cdkgtNY

When people think about literacy programs, they often picture adults enrolling to improve their own reading, writing, math or digital skills, typically for employment purposes or further education. But for many adult learners, the biggest motivation isn’t career advancement alone, it’s family.

05/28/2026

Online quizzes can be tempting because you can usually do them quickly and share the results on your social media profile. While taking online quizzes might seem like fun, they can also be risky. That’s because they often ask questions about your personal information.

Learn about the risks of online quizzes and how to keep your information safe with this new free resource from ABC Connect for Learning: https://loom.ly/qbVzzdk

05/28/2026

ABC Health Matters empowers Canadians to manage their health more effectively by increasing their confidence when talking about and making decisions regarding health issues with family, friends and health professionals. Through the program, adults develop a deeper understanding of how to advocate for their and their family’s health and better understand how to access health care.

Visit abchealthmatters.ca to download free health literacy resources today.

05/27/2026

We're currently seeking a Financial Leader to join our Board of Directors. This role will:
✔ Serve on the Finance & Risk Committee
✔ Work alongside and be mentored by our current Chair/Treasurer
✔ Transition into the Chair/Treasurer role in June 2027

This is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise, shape our future direction and support a bold new Strategic Plan as we scale our impact nationwide.

If you're interested in volunteering with the nonprofit sector and supporting organizations that set adults on the path to lifelong literacy and learning, we'd love to talk. https://loom.ly/t56CfM0

Job vacancy for the role of Board of Directors/Financial Leader

05/27/2026

On June 2, we'll be hosting a virtual UP Skills for Work workshop on Time Management for Quebec-based learners and organizations.

Learners are invited to register on their own or organizations can join with their learners as a group. Certificates of completion are available for each workshop for learners who take part.

In this workshop, we will look at some skills that help with time management. We’ll also talk about common time-wasting habits we fall into, and how to overcome them.

Register now! https://loom.ly/zBuFdfI