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41. Take Action for Literacy (2008)
A Learners Toolkit
Authors: Nunavut Literacy Council
Collection: Learning Materials
This learner's toolkit begins by providing general information on literacy such as the meaning of the term "literacy" and an explanation of the International Adult Literacy and Skills Survey. It then focuses more specifically on literacy in Nunavut, looking at the literacy levels among adults in Nunavut and the types of programs needed by adult learners in that region. The last part of this toolkit discusses what citizens can do to encourage the government to make literacy a priority and includes advice on lobbying candidates and sample letters to candidates.
Added: 2008-11-18
42. Telling the Story of PolicyLink NB (2003)
Authors: Cathy Wright
Collection: Research Materials
This document shares with the reader the history of a unique New Brunswick multisectoral partnership, its accomplishments, challenges and learnings.
Policylink is a network of federal and provincial government departments, voluntary sectors, business groups, and academia. It grew out of community concerns that there were few opportunities for government and the voluntary sector to work together, particularly in the policy process.
Added: 2003-11-25
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43. Timelines of Newfoundland and Labrador (1996)
Book 1
Series: Newfoundland and Labrador Adult Basic Education Social History Series
Authors: Writers' Alliance of Newfoundland and Labrador, Cabot College Literacy Office
Collection: Learning Materials
This essay is the first in the Newfoundland and Labrador Adult Basic Education Social History Series, developed to provide adult learners with meaningful literacy materials drawn from their own vibrant culture. The intended audience for the series is ABE Level 1 students. Because of the disparate subject matter, however, the essays are written in varying degrees of reading difficulty.
The essays were created by five professional writers: Ed Kavanagh, Carmelita McGrath, Janet McNaughton, Kathryn Welbourn and Kathleen Winter.
At the end of each essay, supplemental material is included, such as topics and questions for discussion, and possible projects and other suggested learning activities related to the essay.
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Added: 2004-08-23
44. The Transition Penalty: Unemployment Among Recent Immigrants to Canada (2003)
CLBC Commentary
Authors: Clarence Lochhead, Canadian Labour and Business Centre
Collection: Research Materials
This document gives us CLBC's commentary concerning the unemployment among recent immigrants to Canada.
The author informs us that Immigrants arrive with high expectations. They have heard good things about this country. Canada has a reputation as one of the worlds most developed, both in terms of its capacity to generate wealth, its provision of services, and its twin traditions of compassion and fairness. Indeed, the OECD consistently ranks Canada, its provinces and cities as among the best places in the world to live.
Upon arrival in Canada, immigrants experience a “transition period”: a period of time in which they must establish their self-sufficiency within the social structure. Finding a place to live, learning and adapting to new laws and regulations, and of critical significance – finding gainful employment . These are among the many dimensions that define a successful transition.
Added: 2007-07-11
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45. Voters and Vendors (2002)
A Political Science and Economics Manual
Authors: Lisette Jones, Simone Meuse, Tina Nickerson
Collection: Learning Materials
Voters and Vendors was created with hopes that it will give learners a better understanding of the direct link between political science, economics, and their lives.
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Added: 2003-02-18
46. What We Heard: A Summary of Public Consultations (2010)
Series: What We Heard
Authors: Task Force on Financial Literacy
Collection: Research Materials
In 2009, the Government of Canada established a Task Force on Financial Literacy. Between February and May 2010, the task force undertook a nationwide effort to get the views of individuals and organizations on how best to address the gaps in Canadians’ financial knowledge.
By the time the consultation period ended, the task force had received more than 300 written submissions, heard from 175 presenters in 14 communities, and attracted 125 contributors to its online forum.
This document summarizes the thoughts of the participants in the consultation process and includes their views on the current state of financial literacy in Canada; education for financial literacy; financial behaviour, including borrowing habits; and evaluating national progress in achieving financial literacy.
The final report of the task force, published in February 2011, can be found at http://library.nald.ca/item/9167.
Added: 2010-11-09
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47. Women's Education & Training in Canada (1988)
A Policy Analysis Prepared for CCLOW
Series: Canadian Congress for Learning Opportunities for Women (CCLOW)
Authors: Susan Wismer
Collection: Research Materials
This is the report of a study carried out on behalf of the Canadian Congress on Learning Opportunities for Women (CCLOW). The study analyses the implementation and impact on women of Canadian federal and provincial education and training policies. The particular focus of the study is on the impact of and need for policy regarding issues related to access, privatization, and outcomes.
Added: 2003-10-21
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