At United for Literacy, we deliver essential learning programs across Atlantic Canada that respond to the unique needs of children, youth, and adults. Our initiatives complement formal education and foster lifelong learning within communities.

Where we work

We serve 25+ communities across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. 

Community-Driven Learning

Our programming team collaborates with local partners—including parents, educators, schools, libraries, community centres, and immigrant-serving agencies—to ensure our programs are tailored to the learning needs of each community. 

Our volunteers (students, retirees, and professionals) support tutoring and community learning, building skills and lasting impact.

Contact our team in NB

• Programming in NS is aligned with the school year and summer.
• We serve children, youth, adults, and families of all ages who require additional support to succeed in school, work, or daily life, particularly those facing barriers to education and literacy, such as newcomers and refugees, Indigenous and racialized learners, and people experiencing poverty.
• Our programs help our learners strengthen their skills, such as reading, writing, math, financial, digital, and English language. They are flexible and designed to meet learners where they are in their learning journey and are offered in a range of formats (one-to-one, small group, virtual, and face-to-face).

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Partnerships

Partnerships are at the heart of our work. United for Literacy collaborates with a wide range of organizations across the province, including:

Halifax

Keshen Goodman Public Library – Building Reading Skills, Immigrant Families Learning Together.
Captain William Spry Public Library – Building Reading Skills
Schools Plus – Academic Support
John Martin Jr High School – Building English Skills

Preston Township: Humber Park Elementary School – Reading Circle

Pictou Landing: Pictou Landing First Nation – Summer Literacy Camp

Pictou: Murray Family Public Library – Reading Program

Truro: Colchester–East Hants Public Library – Reading Program

New Minas: New Minas Elementary School – Reading Program

Kentville: Kings County Family Resource Centre – Reading Circle

United for Literacy builds strong partnerships rooted in equity, inclusion, and reconciliation. Interested in working together? Contact us to explore how we can expand access, support learners, and strengthen our communities.

A Community-Based Approach

At its core, United for Literacy in Nova Scotia is about partnership and accessibility. Programs are tailored to meet the diverse needs of learners, while volunteers benefit from flexible scheduling and opportunities to make a real difference. This community-driven, learner-focused model continues to build stronger, more literate communities across the province.

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Contact our team in NS

• Programming in PEI is aligned with the school year and summer.
• We offer weekly Conversation Circles for immigrant and refugee adults who require more practice in listening and speaking English, while providing an opportunity to meet new people and learn about the local culture.
• We are also preparing to launch an EAL and academic support program for immigrant and refugee middle and high school students in Charlottetown.
• Our programs are flexible and designed to meet learners where they are in their learning journey and are offered in a range of formats (one-to-one, small group, virtual, and face-to-face).

Access programs in PEI

Partnerships

Partnerships are at the heart of our work. United for Literacy collaborates with community organizations in PEI, delivering literacy and learning programs that meet local needs, including:

• Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI – EAL Conversation Circles, EAL Academic Support
• Summerside Rotary Library - EAL Conversation Circle
• Kensington Rotary Library - EAL Conversation Circle

United for Literacy builds strong partnerships rooted in equity, inclusion, and reconciliation. Interested in working with us? Contact us to explore how we can expand access, support learners, and strengthen our communities.

A Community-Based Approach

At its core, United for Literacy in PEI is about partnership and accessibility. Programs are tailored to meet the diverse needs of learners, while volunteers benefit from flexible scheduling and opportunities to make a real difference. This community-driven, learner-focused model continues to build stronger, more literate communities across the province.

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Contact our team in PEI

United for Literacy has a long history of collaborating with Nunatsiavut communities in Labrador and, more recently, in Corner Brook, Newfoundland. 

Highlights of United for Literacy support in Newfoundland and Labrador:

• 220+ learners served
• 1,425+ books distributed
  
  

• We offer Summer Literacy camps for children in Nunatsiavut communities with youth serving as camp counsellors. The camps help provide a safe, welcoming, and fun environment for children to continue building their reading, writing, and math skills. Camps also incorporate a blend of Indigenous storytelling, language, music, arts, and land-based activities, with the assistance of Elders and knowledge holders.
• We offer Indigenous education to Indigenous and non-Indigenous people in Corner Brook in close collaboration with Indigenous governments/organizations, such as the Qalipu First Nation. Indigenous learning is deeply rooted in history, language, culture, and identity, and is characterized by holistic, experiential, and relational approaches. 

Access programs in Newfoundland and Labrador

Partnerships

Partnerships are at the heart of our work. We build strong partnerships rooted in equity, inclusion, and reconciliation. 
United for Literacy collaborates with many communities and organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador, delivering literacy and learning programs that meet local needs, including:

• Nunatsiavut communities (Nain, Hopedale, Postville, Makkovik, and Rigolet), as well as with Nunatsiavut beneficiaries in Happy Valley-Goose Bay – Summer Literacy Day Camps
• Qalipu First Nation – Indigenous Education
• College of the North Atlantic – Corner Brook Campus – Indigenous Education

United for Literacy builds strong partnerships rooted in equity, inclusion, and reconciliation. Interested in working together? Contact us to explore how we can expand access, support learners, and strengthen our communities.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑A Community-Based Approach to Skill Building

At its core, United for Literacy in Newfoundland and Labrador is about partnership and skill building. This community-driven, learner-focused model continues to build stronger, more literate communities in the province.

Contact our team in Newfoundland and Labrador. 

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Become a volunteer

United for Literacy programs support people as they build literacy skills. These skills provide more opportunities for improved health, better employment prospects, and enhanced social engagement. United for Literacy currently requires volunteers for in-person, remote, and hybrid programs.

Program volunteers participate in planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of the program. It’s a great way to learn new skills and share your knowledge with others.

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Make a gift

There are many ways to make a difference. You can give a one-time or monthly donation, sponsor an event, donate securities, or even contribute Air Miles. Many employers also match employee donations, doubling the impact.

Every contribution helps provide children, youth, and adults with the skills they need for a brighter future.

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