Resources

There are many great resources available about adult literacy and tutoring.

This section provides links to useful information on:

• Learning Networks in HRM

• Nova Scotia Adult Education

• Information and Resources

• Employment and Career Assistance

• Other

 

Learning Networks in HRM

These are community based organizations that provide adult literacy programs.

• Dartmouth Learning Network

• Halifax Community Learning Network

• Bedford and Forsyth Education Centres

• Western Halifax Community Learning Network

• Solutions Learning Centre

• Black Educators Association

• Deaf Literacy Nova Scotia

• The Association of Nova Scotia Community Learning Organizations

 

Nova Scotia Adult Education

• Department of Education provides primary funding of adult education programs in Nova Scotia through the Community Learning Initiatives.

• Nova Scotia Community College offers diplomas and certificates in a wide range of vocations and trades.

• MCCE promotes Adult Learning Programs.

• GED Testing in Nova Scotia

• Northstar Digital Literacy tests your computer skills. You can build skills in key areas, and demonstrate your knowledge by earning certificates and badges.

 

Information and Resources

• National Adult Literacy Database is a website where ideas, literacy resources, and information can be shared and exchanged.

• Literacy Nova Scotia is a non-profit organization advocating for adult learners and programs.

• Learn English Nova Scotia

• National Literacy Secretariat promotes literacy programs through partnerships in all the provinces and territories in Canada.

• ABC Life Literacy Canada is a national charity committed to promoting literacy to the general public and to the private sector through public awareness programs including research and statistics.

• Learning Disabilities Association of Canada

 

Employment and Career Assistance

• Opportunity Place Career Resource Centre provides employment related services including workshops, resources, and support for job search and/or career purposes. Located at 108 Cobequid Road, Lower Sackville.

• Government of Canada jobs

• Jobspresso employment website

• Indeed employment website

• Skills for Success – Assessment and Training Tools

• Skills for Success

 

Other

• Immigration Services Association of Nova Scotia

• Halifax Public Libraries