Since 1981, the Yamaska Literacy Council (YLC) has provided literacy services in Brome-Missisquoi & Haute-Yamaska, as part of a global movement to address literacy challenges through volunteer action. This 40th anniversary landmark is a cause for celebration for all of the volunteers, tutors, families and lifelong learners who have played a part in YLC’s story.…
All tutors, students, partners and supporters are invited to attend YLC’s Annual General Meeting: Wednesday October 27, 2021 @ 5pm on Zoom Celebrate 40 years of community literacy with us, à la 80’s style! Register by October 21 to get the link, AND your AGM party bag. It’s as easy as 1, 2, or 3!…
September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day provides an opportunity to reflect, learn, grieve and take collective action towards reconciliation. This is a day to recognize and commemorate the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools, and to honour survivors, their families and communities. Here are some ways you…
“Mapping Your Community: A Resource Toolkit for Adult Learners” aims to support English-speaking adults with low literacy to find, access and use services and resources during an emergency or crisis. The Emergency Toolkit provides plain-language instructions and guidance to navigate emergencies, non-emergencies, as well as information on preparing for a future emergency. Print and digital…
Get help with your vaccine passport. If you need help to download the app (what’s an app?), or print out your QR code (what’s a QR code?), YLC can help you. A free service to residents in Brome-Missisquoi & Haute-Yamaska. Contact Nancy: 450-522-4015 or [email protected]
PGI Fundraiser for the Yamaska Literacy Council Thursday, September 9 @ 7 pm Virtual Event (Zoom) We are excited to announce the 11th Annual PGI for Literacy, a virtual variety show (with a great line-up of Canadian talent!) in support of the Yamaska Literacy Council. Get your tickets now! click here to go to…
The Yamaska Literacy Council (YLC)… maybe you remember our early days as the Townshippers Reading Council?… is in its 40th year of providing community-based literacy programming in Brome-Missisquoi & Haute-Yamaska. Happy Birthday to us! This landmark is a cause for celebration for all the volunteers, tutors, families and lifelong learners who have played a…
Register for one or more FREE workshops. Call 450-263-7503 or email [email protected]
Congratulations to Kathy LePoer, winner of the 2021 “Freda Hudson Volunteer Recognition Award!” Kathy has tutored with YLC since 2012. Her compassion and dedication are exemplary! In addition to tutoring, Kathy served on the YLC Board of Directors as a quiet and wise contributor, served up beer for tips for literacy at the Brome Fair,…
It’s not to late to join. Literacy Quebec is registered for the Scotiabank Charity Challenge. It’s virtual this year. You can walk or run 5, 10 or 21km any time between April 23 – June 14th. You can choose to run, or support a runner! Thank you Anne Bouthot, Joani Tannenbaum and Meredith MacKeen who…
