Project Adult Literacy Society is a local Edmonton Charity that works to change lives through literacy. We offer free tutoring services in reading, writing, English Language Learning, math and digital literacy.
Through this podcast we will discuss the importance of literacy in society and the literacy pillars we teach through PALS.
Alison Howard is the Executive Director at ABC Life Literacy Canada. She is a collaborative and strategic not-for-profit leader with deep expertise in the areas of literacy, skills development, and employability at a national level. With over two decades of experience in the non-profit sector, Alison brings exceptional communication, research, and presentation skills, along with strong public policy, sponsorship, and national partnership building experience. A passionate and inclusive team-player, she empowers others and works collaboratively to create a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
30 Jun 2022
Meet Bonnie the Literacy Coordinator at PALS
Bonnie has worked at PALS for 15 years. She has taught countless individuals how to read in her time at PALS. Take a listen to some of her experiences and memories from her time at PALS.
30 Jun 2022
Creating community through conversation
Doug has volunteers at PALS for 11 years running conversation circles for our LELL learners. He shares his experience and the importance of dialogue in sharing culture and his beloved country, Canada.
30 Jun 2022
Health literacy - how what we eat affects our overall health
Suzana, one of our tutors, joined us for a talk on Health Literacy. Giving us tips and tricks for budgeting for healthy eating, things to look for on labels and what to add to your grocery cart.
30 Jun 2022
A look at Adult Literacy in Edmonton
Noah just finished his degree. As a final project, he and his classmates, created a report on the impacts, barriers and possible solutions to Adult Low Literacy in Edmonton.
30 Jun 2022
Literacy and the connection to Land - An Indigenous Perspective
Lori St. Cyr, Metis & Indigenous Liaison with the Community Learning Network talks about being Indigenous in Canada, the importance of kinship, and how to be an ally.
20 Jun 2022
Design and Literacy - Anna Part 2
Talking to Experts
20 Jun 2022
35 years as a Volunteer - Edda shares her story
Our Tutors Stories
20 Jun 2022
2021 Shirley Sandul Memorial Award Recipient: Emmanuel
Our Learners Stories
9 Jun 2022
Sandro - The journey from Brazil to Edmonton, Law to Documentaries.
Check out our Tutors and their journeys.
8 Jun 2022
Erich Ly - Financial Literacy - Gaining Awareness of our Finances.
Talking with Experts
6 May 2022
Emotional and Social Literacy
Talking with Experts
3 Jan 2022
Literacy English Language Learners
The staff of PALS
3 Jan 2022
Design and Literacy - Anna Part 1
Talking to Experts
3 Jan 2022
Digital Literacy is really just problem solving.
Our Tutors and their Journey
30 Nov 2021
Ending Poverty through Education.
The Staff of PALS
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