Adult learners around the region will get help to improve their literacy and numeracy skills thanks to a project funded through B.C.’s Community Adult Literacy Program (CALP). An investment of $26,000 will support one-on-one learning for adults through the Aldergrove Neighbourhood Services Society in 2012.
Projects funded under CALP provide instruction and support to adult learners in everything from basic literacy to high school completion. Projects focus on the individual goals of learners such as improving their literacy skills in order to enhance the quality of their lives, improve their employment opportunities, further their education and increase their involvement in their families and communities.
Most offer one-on-one tutoring by trained volunteers, small group classes and other types of learning tailored to adults, Aboriginal learners, young parents and others in need of support.