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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
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UID:8841-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ELL Essentials (Level 2) - Bridging Course: Advancing from Foundations to Proficency
DESCRIPTION:Are you a CLB 2-4 learner? In this class you will learn more words\, practice grammar\, and speak English more easily for day-to-day life. You will learn: \n\nGreetings\nAsking for directions\nReporting a problem\nSmall talk\nMaking reservations\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ell-essentials-level-2-bridging-course-advancing-from-foundations-to-proficency/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="ASSIST Community Services Centre":MAILTO:info@assistcsc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20251021T200331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T200331Z
UID:8845-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ELL Essentials (Level 3) - A Progressive Pathway to Proficiency
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your English to the next level? This course is for learners at CLB 4 – CLB 6. Boosts vocabulary\, grammar\, and communication skills with real-life topics. You will learn English for: \n\nWork\nTravel\nSmall talk\nSharing opinions\nJobs interviews\nMaking reservations\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ell-essentials-level-3-a-progressive-pathway-to-proficiency/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="ASSIST Community Services Centre":MAILTO:info@assistcsc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20251021T201611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T201611Z
UID:8849-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ELL Intensive (Level 3) - Building Confidence and Proficiency for Life and Work
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your English to the next level? This course is for learners at CLB 5 – CLB 7. Boosts English skills in daily life and work. You will learn English for: \n\nSharing opinions\nWork reports and emails\nJob interviews\nProblem solving at work\nCareer planning\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ell-intensive-level-3-building-confidence-and-proficiency-for-life-and-work/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="ASSIST Community Services Centre":MAILTO:info@assistcsc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20251021T202707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T202508Z
UID:8851-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Digital Literacy Learning Class
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your English and Digital skills to the next level? You will learn: \n\nMouse and keyboard skills\nGetting onto the internet\nEmails\nInternet safety\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/digital-literacy-learning-class-basic-low-level-1/
CATEGORIES:Basic Digital Skills,South West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="ASSIST Community Services Centre":MAILTO:info@assistcsc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20251021T203509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T203003Z
UID:8853-1664150400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Deaf Immigrant Women's ASL/ELL
DESCRIPTION:In this class you will: \n\nimprove your English skills\nlearn American Sign Language (ASL)\nunderstand Canadian culture\nhear about community programs and resources in Edmonton\nand more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/digital-literacy-learning-class-intermediate-level-2/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South West Edmonton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20191106T220820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T222508Z
UID:2024-1664323200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Daily Literacy
DESCRIPTION:In these sessions\, you will be able to meet other parents while learning fun ways to practice English skills and help your children be happy and healthy. You will discuss topics like: \n\nReading books with children\nRegistered education savings plans\nHealthy eating and cooking\nSensory play and games\nand more!\n\n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/daily-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning,Family Literacy
ORGANIZER;CN="Edmonton City Centre Church Corporation (E4C)":MAILTO:els@e4calberta.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20200819T165503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T193229Z
UID:3251-1664496000-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Learning our Indigenous History
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to know more about your Indigenous history?  Do you want to learn some Cree?  Do you want to get better at writing in English and using everyday math skills?  Come to one\, two\, or all of the workshops to find out more about: \n\nTobacco Tie Teachings\nTurtle Island\nTipi Pole Teachings\nMedicines and Medicines Bags\nDreamcatchers\nBeading\nDancing\nDrum and Rattle\nBannock Making\nIndigenous Nutrition\nTalking Stick\nMoss Bag Teachings\n\n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/learning-our-indigenous-history/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,Indigenous,Skills for Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Creating Hope Society":MAILTO:info@creatinghopesociety.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20220729T192403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T161450Z
UID:6408-1664755200-1719791999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Basic Digital Learning Skills for African Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to use your computer or smart phone?  Do you want to find things on the internet\, connect with family online\, and send emails?  Come to our Basic Digital Learning skills for African Seniors course.  In this course you will learn how to use \n\nWhatsApp and other texting\nEmails\nSocial media like Facebook\nVideo conferencing like Zoom\nYouTube\nWebsites for online shopping\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/basic-digital-learning-skills-for-african-seniors/
CATEGORIES:Basic Digital Skills,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Council for the Advancement of African Canadians in Alberta (Africa Centre)":MAILTO:info@africacentre.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20191106T171327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T210810Z
UID:1908-1665360000-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English as a Second Language
DESCRIPTION:Are you at CLB Level 2 – 4? Do you want to use English in your daily life? This class helps you with listening\, speaking\, reading and writing in English. We talk about things like: \n\nReading phone bills\, medicine labels etc.\nPaying bills online and reading bank statements\nTalking with teachers at parent-teacher interviews\nWriting emails to your children’s school\nFilling out forms\nAnd more!\n\nYou will get to do role plays\, practice computer skills\, do quizzes\, watch ESL videos\, and speak with your teacher and classmates.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-as-a-second-language/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Arab Friendship Association":MAILTO:rbabacafa@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20210713T155725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T203706Z
UID:4568-1665532800-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Reading and Writing Skills
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to write good sentences and paragraphs? Do you need to improve your reading skills? In this class you will: \n\nLearn to write good sentences\nLearn to write good paragraphs\nLearn grammar\nPractice reading and writing\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/reading-and-writing-skills/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20220729T200202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T161530Z
UID:6437-1665619200-1719791999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Literacy for Living - Basic Digital Skills
DESCRIPTION:Knowing how to use a computer is something everyone needs to be able to do.  You need computers\, phones\, or tablets to get information\, services\, to do schoolwork\, and even to find a job. \nIn this course you will learn to \n\nuse computers\, smart phones and/or tablets\nfind things on the computer\nuse the internet to learn new things about parenting\nuse the internet to find resources for you and your child\nuse the internet to find a job\nand more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/literacy-for-living-basic-digital-skills/
CATEGORIES:Basic Digital Skills,North West Edmonton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20200814T204015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T205310Z
UID:3194-1665964800-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Refresh Circle 1 (Evening)
DESCRIPTION:Are you working or busy during the day? Are you CLB level 2-4? This class is for you! In this class you will: \n\nPractice English listening\, reading\, speaking and writing\nLearn grammar\nUse a computer\nRead ads\, bills and school emails\nAnswer the phone\nTake or leave a message\nBook an appointment\nAnswer questions for a job interview\nWrite work emails and fill out application forms\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/refresh-circle/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Arab Friendship Association":MAILTO:rbabacafa@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20251020T205826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T205826Z
UID:8804-1665964800-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Refresh Circle 2 (Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Are you literacy to CLB level 1? Do you have little schooling in your own language? This course will help you practice English in the classroom and use English in your daily life.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/refresh-circle-2-morning/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Canadian Arab Friendship Association":MAILTO:rbabacafa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230331T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230221T163032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T183152Z
UID:6853-1680251400-1680274800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Spring Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, March 31\, 2023\nTime: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm\nFacilitators: ECALA Team and Guests\nWhere: Abbottsfield Recreation Centre (ARC)\nAddress:  3006 119 Ave\, Edmonton\, AB T5W 4T4 (just north of Riverview Crossing) \nJoin ECALA staff and our Guests Elder Ed Lavallee\, and Rebecca Still for a morning of networking\, adding to your adult literacy practice toolkit and taking away practical ideas you can use in your classes. \n8:30 am – 8:45 am: Registration\n8:45 am – 9:15 am: Smudge Ceremony and Opening Prayer Ceremony\, Elder Ed Lavallee\n9:30 am – 10:30 am: Indigenous History and Culture: Truth or Myth\, Elder Ed Lavallee & Brittany Whitford\n10:30 am – 10:45 am: Break\n10:45 am – 12:00 pm: Planned Workshops: \n\nMarnie Rempel Friesen & Chelséa Legg-St. Pierre (ECALA) -Digital Literacy Resource by Immigrant Services Society of BC\nWendy Peverett (ECALA) – Integrating Everyday Numeracy in Your Class\nRebecca Still (CLN) – Teaching Reading Strategies and CALP Portal Resources\n\n12:00 pm – 12:30 pm: Lunch Provided\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Community Fair \nYou’re welcome to attend the afternoon resource fair featuring agencies and programs in North East Edmonton. Learn more about what’s offered by agencies like Action for Healthy Communities\, Candora\, PALS\, and services at the Edmonton Public Library\, The Today Centre and others. \nClick here to register. \nClick here to view the poster.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-spring-literacy-day-2023/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230331T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230221T164008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T164008Z
UID:6878-1680267600-1680274800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Community Fair
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, March 31\, 2023\nTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm\nFacilitators: ECALA Team and Guests\nWhere: Abbottsfield Recreation Centre (ARC)\nAddress:  3006 119 Ave\, Edmonton\, AB T5W 4T4 (just north of Riverview Crossing)\nAre you interested in free classes and drop-in activities for adults? \nHow about free resources in your community? \nThe Community Fair is a great way to learn about the classes and resources offered by agencies like Action for Healthy Communities\, Candora Society\, PALS\, E4C\, Today Centre\, C5 Hub\, Primary Care Network and the Edmonton Public Library. \nYou can stop at each agency table and pickup information on classes. \nClick here to view the poster.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-community-fair/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230404T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230404T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230329T170537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T170537Z
UID:6803-1680629400-1680636600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Rural Routes Resource Guide and ESL Handbook Overview
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, April 4\, 2023\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Online\, Zoom\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Rural Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nJoin us as Rural Routes review their ESL Tutor Handbook and other resources Rural Routes has to offer! \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/rural-routes-resource-guide-esl-handbook-overview/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20221214T195859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T195859Z
UID:6763-1681905600-1681909200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Senior Learners Resource Sharing Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, April 19\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: \nDescription: \nThis session is exactly what’s in the name — We want to provide a space for educators who work with Senior Learners (instructors\, facilitators\, teachers\, tutors\, coordinators\, etc.) to come together and share resources that work well for your learners! Come prepared to share a resource with the group (2-4 minutes). \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/senior-learners-resource-sharing-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230411T193649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T164329Z
UID:6792-1682935200-1682942400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Foundations for Teaching Pronunciation Part 1: Segmentals
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, May 1\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Rural Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nIn part 1 of this 2-part series\, participants will identify how and where to produce English vowel and consonant sounds\, and how to plan a productive lesson cycle with effective activities. Participants will experience a variety of teaching techniques and lesson ideas that they can bring back to their own learners. \nPlease note this is a two-session PD and part two will build on concepts covered in part one. To receive the certificate of completion from Norquest\, you need to attend both workshops. Part Two: Suprasegmentals\, is on Friday\, May 26\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. \nClick here to register for part one. \nClick here to register for part two on Friday\, May 26\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/foundations-for-teaching-pronunciation-part-1-segmentals/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230426T165858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T170018Z
UID:6988-1684414800-1684414800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Outcomes\, Measurement and Evaluation Session May 18\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, May 18\, 2023\nTime: 1:00 – 3:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire & Marnie Rempel Friesen\nDescription:\nWalk through the ECALA Outcomes\, Measurement and Evaluation (OME) table and review the different measurements that educators must collect and report on in accordance with the Community Adult Learning Programs (CALP) Guidelines 2020. This session is of interest to anyone who is interacting with learners\, is involved with collecting data during sessions or is filling out ECALA reports. \nThis session is only for ECALA-funded agencies. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/outcomes-measurement-and-evaluation-session-may-31-2023/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230323T214505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T214107Z
UID:6952-1684843200-1684846800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:One Stop Shop Literacy Resource Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, May 23\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Wendy Peverett and Chelséa Legg-St.Pierre \nDescription: \nCome join us for a quick walkthrough of this tool and see how you can build your own skills and plan how to use this website with your learners. From Microsoft Office and email to reading\, math\, and more—GCFGlobal.org offers more than 200 topics\, including more than 2\,300 lessons\, more than 2\,000 videos\, and more than 50 interactives and games\, completely free. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/one-stop-shop-literacy-resource-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20221214T200029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T213955Z
UID:6765-1684929600-1684933200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:General Resource Sharing Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, May 24\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Wendy Peverett & Chelséa Legg-St. Pierre \nThis session is exactly what’s in the name. We want to provide a space for educators (instructors\, facilitators\, teachers\, tutors\, coordinators\, etc.) to share resources that work well for your learners! They don’t have to fall under any specific category but are your Go-To favourites. Come prepared to share a resource with the group (2-4 minutes). \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/general-resource-sharing-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230411T193820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T165049Z
UID:6796-1685095200-1685102400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Foundations for Teaching Pronunciation Part 2: Suprasegmentals
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, May 26\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Rural Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nIn part 2 of this 2-part series\, participants will identify how to produce correct syllable and sentence stress. Participants will experience a variety of teaching techniques and lesson ideas that they can bring back to their own learners. \nPlease note this is a two-session PD\, and part two will build on concepts covered in part one. To receive the certificate of completion from Norquest\, you need to attend both workshops. Part One: Segmentals\, is on Monday\, May 1\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. \nClick here to register for part two. \nClick here to register for part one on Monday\, May 1\, 2023\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/foundations-for-teaching-pronunciation-part-2-suprasegmentals/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230605T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230605T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230427T201931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T151201Z
UID:6979-1685957400-1685964600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Plain Language June
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, June 5\, 2023\nTime: 9:30 am – 11:30 am\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Chelséa Legg-St. Pierre & Wendy Peverett \nPlain language\, or clear print\, focuses on writing for your audience. It lets you get your message across the first time. Using plain language principles results in effective and efficient communication. Complex text can cause misunderstanding\, errors\, and confusion. \nIn this session\, we will be reviewing some of the concepts we talked about in our earlier session. We will look closer at the importance of readability\, vocabulary and grammar. We will have some time to practice various strategies and tools. You don’t have to have attended the first session to walk away with new ideas. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/plain-language-june/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230606T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230606T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230428T180829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T230638Z
UID:6961-1686072600-1686079800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Intercultural Communication - Evening
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, June 6\, 2023\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Alberta Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nECALA is pleased to be hosting the Alberta Routes workshop\, Introduction to Intercultural Communications. Participants are invited to reflect on foundational concepts related to culture\, including how culture is defined\, how it relates to people’s behaviours and values\, and how to respond to unfamiliar encounters with mindfulness in order to foster effective communication and build relationships. This session is a great place to start and will leave you wanting to learn more. \nClick here to register. \nPlease note: this is a repeat of our June 12th morning session \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/introduction-to-intercultural-communication-evening/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230607T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230426T175820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230503T195552Z
UID:6991-1686144600-1686150000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Annual Report Writing Session
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, June 7\, 2023\nTime: 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm\nWhere: Online Zoom\nFacilitator: Leanne Adegbonmire & Marnie Rempel Friesen\, Grant Liaison Team\nThis session will walk through ECALA’s 2022-2023 Annual Report\, due July 8\, 2023. Come with questions and examples to share with other participants. As a reminder\, this session will focus on the Microsoft Word & Excel documents to be submitted online. We will not cover the Financials in this session. \nThis session is for ECALA-funded agencies. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/annual-report-writing-session/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20230428T181002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T230031Z
UID:6800-1686564000-1686571200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Intercultural Communication - Morning
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, June 12\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Selestia Herrera-Ganton\, Alberta Routes Regional Advisor (North\, East-West) \nDescription: \nECALA is pleased to be hosting the Alberta Routes workshop\, Introduction to Intercultural Communications. Participants are invited to reflect on foundational concepts related to culture\, including how culture is defined\, how it relates to people’s behaviours and values\, and how to respond to unfamiliar encounters with mindfulness in order to foster effective communication and build relationships. This session is a great place to start and will leave you wanting to learn more. \nClick here to register. \nPlease note: this is a repeat of our June 6th evening session \n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/introduction-to-intercultural-communication-morning/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20221214T201653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T214537Z
UID:6767-1686744000-1686747600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Resource Share Back Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, June 14\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Team ECALA \nDescription: \nThis session is exactly what’s in the name — We want to provide a space for ECALA to share back all of the resources (ELL\, Basic Digital/Digital Literacy\, Adult Literacy\, Senior Learners\, and General) you’ve shared with us over the past few months! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/resource-share-back-lunch-n-learn/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20250723T172110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T185613Z
UID:4597-1693526400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:One-to-One Tutoring: Reading and Writing
DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling with reading or writing? Learners at PALS work one-to-one with a tutor to improve their skills. We will match you with a tutor who understands your unique needs and learning style. One-to-one tutoring allows us to focus on your areas of challenge and we can go back and address any learning gaps you need to. You can work online or in-person at the PALS office or at a library near your home. Meetings are for a few hours each week at a time that works for you.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/one-to-one-tutoring-reading-and-writing/
CATEGORIES:Adult Literacy,Central Edmonton,English Language Learning,Tutoring
ORGANIZER;CN="P.A.L.S. - Project Adult Literacy Society":MAILTO:info@palsedmonton.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20250723T153040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T194408Z
UID:1900-1693958400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English Level 1
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn English?  Come work on listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing.  Talk about: \n\nGreetings\nIntroductions\nShopping\nFamily and friends\nJobs\nPhone calls\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-level-1/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Action for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:communications@a4hc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260405T065612
CREATED:20251006T195648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T195648Z
UID:8783-1693958400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English for Beginners (Pre Literacy)
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn English?  Come work on listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing.  Talk about: \n\nGreetings\nIntroductions\nFamily and friends\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-for-beginners-pre-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning
ORGANIZER;CN="Action for Healthy Communities":MAILTO:communications@a4hc.ca
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