125 Years of United for Literacy
2024 officially marks the 125th anniversary of United for Literacy, formerly Frontier College. United for Literacy was founded on the approach that “every place is a learning place.”
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Volunteers change lives
Each year, our volunteers give thousands of hours to tutoring math, reading, and writing; reading stories; helping with special events; and supporting our book donation program.
From helping children read a favourite book to supporting adults as they work to improve their skills, volunteers are key to creating a culture of literacy in Canada.
Why Literacy?
Improving literacy improves people’s lives—research shows that people in Canada with higher levels of literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving skills report better health and stronger connections with their communities and society. Literacy upgrading also has a positive impact on higher earnings and job retention.
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