Resources

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

This section provides links to useful information on:

• Learning Networks in the Halifax Regional Municipality (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

• Deaf Literacy Nova Scotia

• Halifax Community Learning Network

• HRDA Enterprise Ltd. (formerly Cunard Learning Centre)

• Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Society​

• Preston Area Learning Skills Society

• Solutions Learning Centre

• Western Halifax Community Learning Network​

 

Nova Scotia Adult Education

• Bedford Forsyth Education Centre

• Black Educators Association

• CAEC Testing in Nova Scotia

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

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

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

• The Association of Nova Scotia Community Learning Organizations

 

Information and Resources

• ABC Life Literacy Canada is committed to promoting literacy through public awareness programs

• Learn English Nova Scotia

• Learning Disabilities Association of Canada

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

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

 

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

• 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

• Red Cross - Friendly Calls Program