Community Literacy of Ontario

URGENT NEED: TOWELS

The Busby Centre is urgently in need of new or gently used, clean towels.

You can help by dropping off a donation or purchasing towels directly through our Amazon Wish List.

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Every donation makes a difference for the individuals we support.

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New Resource! Civic Engagement and Canadian Government: Resource Guide for Get SET Programs: https://www.communityliteracyofontario.ca/all-resources/civic-engagement-and-canadian-government-resource-guide

This new guide brings together practical Canadian and Ontario resources that Get SET practitioners can use to support civic learning with adult learners.

The guide includes annotated resources on:
-Civic engagement and Canadian government
-Federal, provincial and municipal voting
-The Canadian census
-Media literacy, misinformation and online safety

Resources include videos, podcasts, interactive tools and instructional activitie

Register today! 3a077735-c29d-4181-9175-edf0e81da414@36c03922-3eef-4896-947d-95d5b1f98d67" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/3a077735-c29d-4181-9175-edf0e81da414@36c03922-3eef-4896-947d-95d5b1f98d67

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💻 FREE DIGITAL LITERACY PROGRAM 💻
Want to learn computer skills or improve your digital confidence?
Join our FREE 16-week in-person Digital Literacy Program designed for adults in the Peel Region!
📚 Computer Basics
✔️ Introduction to Computers
✔️ Internet & Gmail Basics
✔️ File & Folder Management
✔️ Internet & Email Safety
📈 Intermediate Computer Skills
✔️ Google Sheets
✔️ Google Docs
✔️ Microsoft Word
✔️ Microsoft Excel
✅ Eligibility:
• Live in Peel Region
• 18+ years old
• Valid SIN number required
• CLB level 6 and higher
📍 The Learning Place
307B – 7700 Hurontario Street
Brampton, ON
📞 Register today!
905-793-5400 ext. 226 or ext. 222
Build the skills you need for work, education, and everyday life—all at no cost!

We’re happy to share that the e-Channel fall 2026 course guide is now live. It’s packed with updated and new course offerings, key dates, and program details.

Inside, you’ll find:
A full list of fall/winter 2026 synchronous and asynchronous online courses
Brief course descriptions
Information on how to register and where to get support
https://bit.ly/4vVAGx6

E-Channel, Contact North

Community Literacy of Ontario is recruiting candidates to join its Board of Directors:

https://www.communityliteracyofontario.ca/board-of-directors-recruitment

There are five positions available for the 2026–2028 term:

Central Ontario - 1 vacancy
Northwestern Ontario - 1 vacancy
Southwestern Ontario - 1 vacancy
Member-at-large positions - 2 vacancies

CLO's Board Development Committee will accept nominations in writing until September 8, 2026, in accordance with CLO's Bylaws. Self-nominations are welcome!

Metro Toronto Movement for Literacy has developed 2 workbooks on Financial Literacy, specifically for learners who fall within the low income bracket: https://www.mtml.ca/resources/for-practitioners/financial-literacy

There will be a workshop to accompany these resources on October 30 - more information to follow!

Did you know? Literacy and mental health are closely connected. Literacy skills can influence a person’s confidence, self-esteem, health, and ability to participate fully in everyday life.

Explore the connection between literacy and mental health, and learn how building literacy skills can help empower individuals and support overall well-being.

Learn more—and with free adult learning programs in your community!

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