A Message from the Executive Director


What's Inside


graphic - checkmark imageFederal Literacy Cuts

graphic - checkmark imageLabour Day Barbeque

graphic - checkmark imageInternational Literacy Day

graphic - checkmark imageRead for 15 Challenge

graphic - checkmark imageNWT Literacy Week Highlights

graphic - checkmark imageMinisterial Literacy Awards

graphic - checkmark imageCanada Post Literacy Awards

graphic - checkmark imageFamily Tutoring Workshops

graphic - checkmark imageFamily Literacy Training

graphic - checkmark imageNew ALBE English Resources

graphic - checkmark imageUseful Websites for English 110-130

graphic - checkmark imageFamily and Community Workshops

graphic - checkmark imageMusic and Literacy

graphic - checkmark imageBoard of Directors and Staff Contacts

As you probably have heard, the NWT Literacy Council lost all of its federal funding as part of the recent cuts announced by the federal Conservative government. (more details on Page 2)

We have been working with other provincial and territorial literacy coalitions to protest these cuts and to find ways to make the case for literacy to the federal government. We have also been meeting with territorial politicians and senior government officials to explore new funding sources for the programs and services that have been impacted by the federal cuts.

We need your help as well. On Page 2 of this issue of Literacy Matters, there is information about our Postcards of Protest Campaign. Please take the time to let your voice be heard and ask that these shortsighted cuts be reversed.

This is a critical time for literacy. The NWTLC will continue to support and promote literacy development in the NWT to the best of our ability. We are counting on your support in helping us meet this challenge.

Notice of Annual General Meeting

NWT Literacy Council Office
5122 48th Street
Yellowknife, NT
Saturday November 25, 2006
12 noon – 1:00 pm

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