ABC Life Literacy Canada is a national charitable organization that champions literacy by empowering adult learners, raising awareness, and supporting the adult learning sector. We develop and support the use of foundational learning materials and help to build the capacity of the sector by convening and connecting the adult literacy community, and advocating for skills programming. We envision a Canada where everyone has the skills and opportunities to fully participate in learning, life, and work. For the latest news and information on adult literacy please visit our website at www.abclifeliteracy.ca. 



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Ana Oliveira
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Communications and Development
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Pandemic learning loss affecting adults just as much as children

Aug 12, 2021, 08:00 ET Pandemic learning loss affecting adults just as much as children

TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2021 /CNW/ - As children across the country get ready to head back to school after several months off from in-person learning, parents and educators are rightly concerned about the...

Jul 28, 2021, 08:00 ET Digital literacy resources aim to keep seniors safe and connected during pandemic

TORONTO, July 28, 2021 /CNW/ - Connectivity has never been more important than in this last year, when the pandemic separated people from their friends and families for an extended period of time....
Family financial literacy more important than ever

May 13, 2021, 08:00 ET Family financial literacy more important than ever

TORONTO, May 13, 2021 /CNW/ - Over the past year Canadian families have seen COVID-19 impact everything from their physical and mental health to their children's education and their personal finances....

Jan 21, 2021, 08:00 ET Families, libraries and literacy groups to celebrate Family Literacy Day virtually

TORONTO, Jan. 21, 2021 /CNW/ - Despite physical distancing rules still in place across the country, many groups are getting creative in order to take part in the annual Family Literacy Day virtually...

Nov 02, 2020, 09:00 ET Strengthening the Digital Literacy of Canadians during COVID-19

Canadian Bankers Association sponsors ABC Internet Matters program TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2020 /CNW/ - In recognition of Financial Literacy Month in November, the Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) today...
10 financial literacy tips to mark 10 years of Financial Literacy Month

Oct 22, 2020, 08:00 ET 10 financial literacy tips to mark 10 years of Financial Literacy Month

TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2020 /CNW/ - November marks the 10th anniversary of Financial Literacy Month (FLM), an initiative launched by numerous community groups, non-profits and government bodies to help...

Oct 15, 2020, 08:00 ET New Stress Management Course Available for Adult Learners Through ABC Skills Hub

TORONTO, Oct. 15, 2020 /CNW/ - ABC Life Literacy Canada is pleased to announce the launch of an online learning portal that offers asynchronous, at-home delivery of its adult literacy programs: the...

Aug 26, 2020, 08:00 ET New digital literacy resources aim to help older adults cope with physical distancing

TORONTO, Aug. 26, 2020 /CNW/ - ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC), a national non-profit literacy organization, recently released new digital literacy resources from the Youth Teaching Adults program....

Aug 25, 2020, 08:00 ET REP Here in Canada wins top spot in the Canada Life Literacy Innovation Award

TORONTO, Aug. 25, 2020 /CNW/ - ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) is pleased to announce the top and honourable mention winners of the 2020 Canada Life Literacy Innovation Award (LIA). The annual award...
New workbook helps families learn about money together

Jun 18, 2020, 08:00 ET New workbook helps families learn about money together

TORONTO, June 18, 2020 /CNW/ - ABC Life Literacy Canada has just released a new workbook from its HSBC Family Literacy First program. The workbook, entitled New Neighbours is part of the Numbers &...

Feb 25, 2020, 07:00 ET New literacy and essential skills program targets Newfoundland and Labrador

ST. JOHN'S, Feb. 25, 2020 /CNW/ - The most recent statistics from StatsCan indicate that the unemployment rate in Newfoundland and Labrador is currently sitting at 11.8 per cent – the highest of all...

Jan 22, 2020, 08:00 ET Families, libraries and literacy organizations among groups set to celebrate Family Literacy Day

TORONTO, Jan. 22, 2020 /CNW/ - Family Literacy Day is taking place on January 27th and hundreds of groups across the country are preparing to celebrate the annual initiative. Created in 1999 by ABC...
Take Charge of Your Finances with Money Matters

Oct 24, 2019, 08:00 ET Take Charge of Your Finances with Money Matters

TORONTO, Oct. 24, 2019 /CNW/ - 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...

Sep 26, 2019, 08:00 ET Digital literacy program now available in French

TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2019 /CNW/ - 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...
ABC Life Literacy Canada adds three new workshops to its UP Skills for Work program

Sep 19, 2019, 08:00 ET ABC Life Literacy Canada adds three new workshops to its UP Skills for Work program

TORONTO, Sept. 19, 2019 /CNW/ - 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...

Aug 26, 2019, 08:00 ET Family Services of Greater Vancouver is top winner of the Canada Life Literacy Innovation Award

TORONTO, Aug. 26, 2019 /CNW/ - 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...
ABC Life Literacy Canada introduces new Money Matters workbooks for people with diverse abilities

Aug 22, 2019, 08:00 ET ABC Life Literacy Canada introduces new Money Matters workbooks for people with diverse abilities

TORONTO, Aug. 22, 2019 /CNW/ - 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...
ABC Life Literacy Canada releases two new Money Matters videos

Jun 26, 2019, 09:00 ET ABC Life Literacy Canada releases two new Money Matters videos

TORONTO, June 26, 2019 /CNW/ - National literacy organization ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) has just released two new videos relating to its Money Matters program – an introductory financial...

Jun 03, 2019, 08:00 ET New family financial literacy resources encourage families to openly discuss money

BRAMPTON, ON, June 3, 2019 /CNW/ - 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....

Mar 28, 2019, 08:00 ET Youths teach digital literacy to Adult Learners

TORONTO, March 28, 2019 /CNW/ - 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...

Jan 24, 2019, 08:00 ET Canadian Families Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Family Literacy Day

TORONTO, Jan. 24, 2019 /CNW/ - How will you celebrate Family Literacy Day on January 27? That's the question ABC Life Literacy Canada (ABC) has been asking families, community organizations, schools, ...
Invest in Your Financial Well-Being with Money Matters

Oct 25, 2018, 08:00 ET Invest in Your Financial Well-Being with Money Matters

TORONTO, Oct. 25, 2018 /CNW/ - November is Financial Literacy Month and this year's theme is "Invest in your financial well-being". The goal of Financial Literacy Month is to encourage Canadians to...

Sep 27, 2018, 08:00 ET Health Literacy Still an Issue in Canada

60 per cent of Canadian adults and 88 per cent of seniors are not health literate ABC Life Literacy launches nine new resources as part of its ABC Health Matters program Low literacy is associated...

Sep 20, 2018, 08:00 ET Teamwork, Time Management, and Presentation Workshops Highlight ABC Life Literacy Canada's Celebration of Essential Skills Day

TORONTO, Sept. 20, 2018 /CNW/ - Today marks the 9th annual Essential Skills Day, a day set aside to raise awareness of the nine essential skills and the importance of workplace literacy and essential ...

Oct 29, 2012, 05:59 ET New research shows kids want to talk more, learn more from parents about money management

ABC Life Literacy Canada encouraging parents to initiate discussions with their children and work together to increase financial literacy. TORONTO, Oct. 29, 2012 /CNW/ - On the eve of Financial...

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