Literacy Nova Scotia

Stronger literacy builds stronger communities. When adults have the skills they need, families are supported, workplaces are stronger, and communities become more inclusive. Small moments create lasting change. Support adult literacy at literacyns.ca.

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible sponsors supporting our Spring Dinner & Auction for Literacy, happening this Thursday, May 28. ✨ Lockheed Martin ✨ St Barbara✨ Atlantic Lottery / Loto Atlantique ✨ Mosaik Credit Union✨ Eastward Energy ✨ Irving ✨ Midland

If you work with adult learners, this training is for you! Join us on May 30 for "What’s Your Message? Relating to the Adult Learner," a foundational training module for literacy instructors. Visit literacyns.ca to learn more or contact Marie.David@literacyns.ca.

A huge thank you to St Barbara for being a Scholarship & Bursary Sponsor for our Spring Dinner & Auction for Literacy! Their support is helping adult learners pursue their studies and build brighter futures across the province. Join us on May 28. Tickets: literacyns.crowdchange.ca/127743

There’s still time to register! The next Literacy Practitioner Training module, Teaching Math: Basic Principles, starts May 25. Perfect for literacy instructors and volunteers working with adult learners. Learn more at literacyns.ca or contact Marie.David@literacyns.ca.

“I used to avoid reading out loud. Now I actually enjoy it.” That shift from fear to confidence changes everything. Literacy opens doors at work, at home, and in everyday life. Help more people make that shift at literacyns.ca. #OpenTheDoorToLiteracy #34for34

Thank you to Irving for supporting our Spring Dinner & Auction for Literacy as a Friends of Literacy Sponsor. 💙 🎟️ Tickets for the May 28 event are still available, including half-price tickets for Community Learning Organization staff. Learn more at literacyns.crowdchange.ca/127743

📣 Our May eNews is here, and it's packed with exciting updates! 📰 Read it now at tinyurl.com/LNSeNewsMay. In this issue: 🌟 Literacy Champion nominations 💻 Upcoming LNS webinars 🎟️ Spring Dinner & Auction updates 🗳️ LNS Board nominations 📋 NSSAL grant report reminders

Supporting adult learners starts with supporting yourself, too.❤️ Join us on May 21 from 3–4 PM (AT) for, Showing Up: Caring for Yourself While Supporting Adult Learners, an online and interactive webinar facilitated by Sue Smiley. Register today at tinyurl.com/LNSMayWebinar

Supporting adult literacy creates ripple effects beyond one learner. Many adults return to learning to support their children, build more stable futures, and strengthen families. Your support reaches the next generation. Give with purpose at literacyns.ca.

Thank you to Midland for supporting our Spring Dinner & Auction for Literacy as a Friends of Literacy Sponsor. Join us May 28 in Dartmouth with guest speaker Randy MacMillan of Scotia Investments Ltd. Tickets: literacyns.crowdchange.ca/127743 #LNSSpringDinner #LiteracyMatters

Literacy shapes everyday life in ways we often overlook—reading a prescription, understanding a bill, applying for a job. Supporting literacy helps make these moments more manageable and less stressful. Make a meaningful gift at literacyns.ca. #OpenTheDoorToLiteracy

Thank you to @eastwardenergy for supporting our Spring Dinner & Auction for Literacy on May 28 as a Friends of Literacy Sponsor. All proceeds stay right here in our province and support essential literacy programs and instructors. Get your tickets at literacyns.crowdchange.ca/127743.

This is a critical moment. The need for literacy support is growing and funding for programs is reducing. That means fewer opportunities for people who are ready to learn, ready to try again, and ready to move forward. Help keep doors open by donating at literacyns.ca.

We’re getting excited for our Spring Dinner & Auction for Literacy on May 28. As a thank you for the incredible work happening every day, Community Learning Organization (CLO) staff can access cost-recovery tickets at $75. To reserve your ticket, email us at info@literacyns.ca.

Congratulations to Shala Mudimbiyi, winner of the Adult Learners’ Week iPad Mini draw in the French Language Stream! The prize was presented last Friday by Jayne Hunter, LNS Executive Director, and Shirley Vigneault, General Director of Équipe d'alphabétisation-Nouvelle-Écosse.

“I never thought I’d go back to learning. Now I feel proud of myself.” That moment changes everything. It’s where confidence begins and new possibilities open. Help create more moments like this, visit literacyns.ca. #OpenTheDoorToLiteracy #34for34 #LiteracyMatters

A big thank you to Mosaik Credit Union, our Community Impact Sponsor for the Spring Dinner and Auction for Literacy on May 28. Because of partners like them, more adults can strengthen their skills and create new opportunities in their lives. Tickets: literacyns.crowdchange.ca/127743

Literacy isn’t just personal, it drives our economy. In a digital world, reading, writing & navigating information are essential at work. When one in two adults face literacy challenges, it impacts businesses, workers & communities. Invest in people at literacyns.ca.

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for adult literacy in Nova Scotia? We’re accepting nominations for our Literacy Champion Award. Visit literacyns.ca and scroll down to the News section to submit your nomination. The nomination deadline is Friday, May 15.