Literacy Council of South Temiskaming

Although there is no formal consensus on the definition of literacy, we believe that it is more than just being able to read and write. Our purpose is not only to help adults develop the reading and writing skills necessary to meet their specific objectives, but also to help create a learning environment which enables students to find their own voice--and then be heard.

We are a volunteer-based organization which provides literacy tutoring on a one- to-one basis. Students are encouraged to set their own goals and help tutors develop a personalized curriculum that enables them to work towards these goals. A goal can be anything from helping a child with his or her homework to preparing for the workplace to handling business correspondence.

This program is funded by Employment Ontario.