The History of Literacy
Stories From Ontario
Individuals and organizations across Ontario shared their histories with the Ontario Literacy Coalition and we in turn are sharing them with you. The legacy of forging new pathways and building a foundation for learning has not been lost. The courage and foresight that has shaped our past is reflected in these current heroes.
While these stories do not fully encompass the wealth of literacy’s history in Ontario, the contributions of these 18 individuals and literacy organizations across the province exemplify the hard work and dedication of practitioners and administrators who continue the struggle for a more literate province, country and world. Go to the bottom of this page to learn how to share your story!
All links in the following list go to PDF files.
- Federal Involvement in Literacy
- Adult Literacy in Ontario (Provincial Government Involvement in Literacy)
- Ontario Literacy Coalition: Taking Learning to a Whole New Level
- Deaf Literacy Initiative: A Brief History
- Ontario Native Literacy Coalition: Symbols of Learning
- Coalition ontarienne de formation des adultes : Francophone Identity
- Laubach Literacy Ontario: Each One Teach One
- Centre FORA: What’s in a Name?
- The Modern Legend: Nogojiwanong (Peterborough) Native Learning Program
- Frontier College: On the Farm
- Labour Education Centre: Demand Your Education
- E-Channel: Welcome to the Future of Literacy
- TASA: The First Step to a Better Life
- OISE: A Time to Examine
also: A Literacy Flagship - South Grey Bruce Youth Literacy Council: Adding to Education
- Toronto Public Library: Partnerships Make it Happen
- Parkdale Project Read: Listening to the Learner
- A Personal Letter - A Learner’s Story
