Reach Learning Centre - Richmond

04/01/2026

Many say they offer “OG.”

But there’s a difference between saying it and actually being the original.

We opened on this day in 2004 and since then, Reach has been the leader in Structured Literacy intervention in Canada.

We’re not new to this.
We're literally the OGs of OG.

03/26/2026

Some children finish Kindergarten, Grade 1, or Grade 2 still feeling unsure about reading or writing.

As a parent, you might notice:
• Trouble with sounds or letters
• Slow reading or guessing at words
• Avoiding writing
• Frustration when spelling doesn’t make sense

These early gaps are common, and the good news is they respond very well to the right kind of intervention.

Introducing our new Early Literacy Summer Program.

A 2 week small-group intensive designed to strengthen the core skills behind reading and writing.

📅 August 17th to 28th
⏰ 9:00 - 11:30 AM, Mon to Fri
👧 For students finishing K to grade 2

Intentionally short, focused snd supportive.

Spaces are highly limited to ensure we can target specific intervention and change the trajectory these primary students are facing so that they have a better opportunity to experience success with reading and writing.

03/18/2026

Report cards have recently come home...

For some families, they bring relief. For others, they bring intense worry.

“Why is reading still so hard for my child?”
“Why does writing take so much effort?”
“What should we do next?”

If you’re feeling that moment as a parent, you’re not alone. The right intervention can change the trajectory for a child who is struggling with literacy.

For almost a quarter century, Reach has been teaching kids to read, write, and thrive.

We’ve grown because of the success our students achieve and the trust families place in our work.

• Structured, evidence-based literacy instruction
• Specialists trained in Orton-Gillingham
• Individualized intervention that targets the root of the struggle

We are the experts.
We are the originals in OG intervention.

When reading and writing feel hard, the right support can make all the difference.

03/13/2026

Reach Learning Centres in BC will be closed for Spring Break from March 14–29 and will reopen on March 30. Please check your local Reach centre for their dates. Thank you for your continued support, and we hope everyone enjoys a wonderful break!

02/25/2026

Today we wear pink.

Students with learning differences are too often misunderstood... and too often bullied.

At Reach, we stand for inclusion, respect, and educational spaces where every learner feels safe and valued.

02/18/2026

At Reach, families know they’re working with experts in Structured Literacy.

✅️ Every lesson is intentionally designed for the individual learner.
✅️ Our practitioners are extensively trained and mentored.
✅️ Progress is monitored and support is layered.

❎️ Parents shouldn’t have to verify credentials.
❎️ They shouldn’t have to chase reports.
❎️ They shouldn’t have to wonder if intervention is working.

At Reach, that level of professionalism is the standard.

02/14/2026

Not all intervention is equal.

Following a program isn’t the same as designing a lesson around the learner.

At Reach, our trained practitioners build every lesson intentionally around the needs of each child.

That’s the difference.
That’s why kids thrive here.

02/07/2026

We love Wab Kinew’s fun entrance!

01/19/2026

At Reach, we have long maintained our commitment to handwriting. Here’s more support for our position. https://buff.ly/EhgsKVQ

01/15/2026

Mississippi turned around its schools. Its secret: Tools Michigan had abandoned. https://buff.ly/YajOJPM

01/12/2026

The Neuroscience Behind Writing: Handwriting vs. Typing - Who Wins the Battle?
We’re committed to providing face-to-face lessons that support our students’ writing, following best practices as supported by research. Learn more: https://buff.ly/98Gmttc https://buff.ly/98Gmttc

12/19/2025

Our centres are now closed for the holidays. We wish you all the very best over the Christmas break!

12/15/2025

Donating to the Family Services of the North Shore during the holidays has become a Reach tradition. We love knowing that struggling families will still be able to enjoy a little Christmas spirit.

12/02/2025

Giving Tuesday is here, and if you’re choosing where to put your money, this is a cause that genuinely moves the needle. 🎁✨

Dyslexia Canada is making real change for the 750,000 kids in Canada with dyslexia. In just five years, they’ve helped push nationwide screening to 61% of children... and they’re fighting for 100%! 📚🇨🇦

If you want your donation to create real, measurable impact, this is the place to give. 💙

https://buff.ly/PjRqQ6I

12/01/2025

From a spark of inspiration to a spinning wheel of connections, UNB third-year computer science student Owen Yesuf's app Buddy Sync is helping students find study partners faster and easier than ever.
https://buff.ly/Ue8awtC

11/26/2025

What a New Dyslexia Definition Could Mean for Schools.

11/25/2025

Today is the day! If you a parent in the Edmonton area, this may be of interest to you --> Reading at Home: Supporting Your Child’s Literacy Journey!

Date: November 25th
Time: 7pm
Location: 221 - 65 Chippewa Road, Sherwood Park, AB

Join us at Reach Edmonton for our parent session helping you understand reading fluency development and practical strategies for you to support your child at home.
Sign up here: https://buff.ly/0eqUgXC

11/20/2025

We are proud that our founder, Corey Zylstra, M.Ed., was an honoured member of the Dyslexia Definition Advisory Group for IDA. The International Dyslexia Association has now adopted the new definition of dyslexia. The revised definition stemmed from efforts to embrace and reflect on the latest research and lived experiences of those with dyslexia. For more information, visit the 2025 IDA Definition Explanation https://buff.ly/sj7MvQF

11/17/2025

Reading at Home: Supporting Your Child’s Literacy Journey!

Date: November 25th
Time: 7pm
Location: 221 - 65 Chippewa Road, Sherwood Park, AB

Reading at Home: Supporting Your Child’s Literacy Journey
We know that there is an expectation to read with our kids at home, but many families aren't sure as to what to do when our child is struggling to sound out words, remember words from one page to the next, or is reluctant to read at all. Join us at Reach Edmonton for our parent session helping families understand reading fluency development. We will share practical strategies so you can identify what they should be reading versus what you should be reading to them and other strategies for supporting your struggling reader at home.

We welcome Corey Zylstra, M.Ed, international expert on Orton-Gillingham and structured literacy intervention and founder of Reach Learning Centres. Join us to learn, grow, share your experiences, and have your questions answered.

Sign up here: https://reach-edm-parentnight.eventbrite.ca

11/04/2025

We would like to thank all who ordered from our store in the month of October for Dyslexia Awareness Month. We have the final numbers and will be donating a portion of last month's sales to Dyslexia Canada. Together, we’re making a difference — Reach will be matching your contributions to Dyslexia Canada to help support literacy initiatives across the country.

10/22/2025

Join us on October 23rd in New Westminster for an evening of learning and collaboration as BC prepares for province-wide early literacy screening.

Hear from local educators and experts about:
✔️ What screening is
✔️ Why it matters
✔️ How it can help all learners thrive

📍 New Westminster Secondary School Theatre
🕖 7:00 PM (Doors at 6:30)
🥤 Light refreshments served
💸 Pay-as-you-can — everyone is welcome!

🔗 Sign up now: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/dyslexia-canada/events/bc-universal-screening-symposium/

📩 Questions? [email protected]

10/16/2025

Premier David Eby and Minister Lisa Beare provided remarks at the BC Legislature to commemorate Dyslexia Awareness Day, on October 8, 2025. The BC Legislative Assembly was lit up red in support of Dyslexia Canada’s annual 'Mark it Read' campaign. 🙌

10/14/2025

‘Teachers didn’t teach me right’: boy with dyslexia among dozens who back Manitoba literacy screening bill https://buff.ly/zn86YS5

A 10-year-old boy made an unusual appearance at a legislative committee on Wednesday night because, as he put it, “all teachers need know how to teach dyslexia kids.” Grade 5 student Jacob Dyck was on...