Community Adult
Literacy Programs (CALP)
Supporting lifelong learning in Mt. Waddington communities. Community Adult Literacy Programs (CALPs) are free, non-credit programs to improve literacy and essential skills for work, for home or to prepare to pursue formal learning or training at a public post-secondary institution.
Community Adult Literacy Programs (CALPs) are funded by the British Columbia Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
Literacy Lounge Drop-In
Free drop-ins begin with a fun mini-workshop, creative activity, or board games, followed by optional one-on-one support for English skills, forms, writing, job preparation, technology and personal goals.
A space for community and connection.
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Port McNeill: First and third Monday at the A-Frame Bookstore . 4:00-6:00 p.m.
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Port Hardy: First and third Tuesday at the Port Hardy Civic Centre. 4:00-6:00 p.m.
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Everyone Welcome!
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Drop in
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No registering
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Free!
Questions?
Contact Jeanne James-Hory, Adult Literacy Coordinator
Story Circle:
An Introduction to Creative Writing
Story Circle: An Introduction to Creative Writing
Everyone has stories worth telling.
Join guest instructor Garth Holden for a six-week introduction to storytelling and fiction writing.
Together, participants will explore the basics of building engaging stories through fun discussions, writing activities, and examples from books, movies, comics, and everyday storytelling.
No previous writing experience is needed - just curiosity and a love of stories.
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Port Hardy: Wednesdays, (August 12-Sept.16) 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Port Hardy Civic Centre
Free One-on-One Tutoring
and Workshops
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Do you need help to fill out a form, apply for a job or prepare for a test?
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Do you need to learn how to use a computer but don’t know where to start?
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Do you want to brush up on your reading, writing, math, job or life skills?
We can help!
The Adult Literacy Program from Mount Waddington Family Literacy Society offers help in all these areas
and more!
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Learn at your own speed with no pressure.
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Learn in small groups or have one-on-one sessions with tutors who can help you reach your goals.
What can you learn?
You can learn anything!
Tell us your goals and we can help you get there!
Workshops
Programs change throughout the year.
We offer workshops for small groups in a fun and safe space.
You can learn:
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cooking, canning, gardening
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financial skills like budgeting, planning, smart shopping
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entrepreneurship and specialty skills
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computer, phone and other digital skills
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how to access services online
...and more!
One-on-One Learning
Meet one-on-one with a tutor to improve skills in:
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reading
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writing
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math
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computers and phones
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banking and budgeting
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filling in forms
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tests and exams
Assistance with Online Learning and Services
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How to access services online
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Help finding online study options & free courses
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Navigating learning platforms
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Accessing government services
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Online banking
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Ways to prepare for a test
