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SUMMARY:Moccasin Making (Kistehitah Kimeskanām)
DESCRIPTION:Kistehitah kimeskanām (honour your journey/road) is a project arising from the identification of unmarked graves at former residential school sites across Turtle Island. It honours the children sent to the schools and the little ones arriving today. Participants gather with elders and knowledge keepers to learn the skills to make moccasins\, moss bags or star blankets to gift to new babies. 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-language-learning-clb-1-4/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Dickinsfield Amity House":MAILTO:info@amityhouse.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
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UID:8829-1599523200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Cooking with Aunty
DESCRIPTION:Cooking with Aunty is an Indigenous focused cooking program\, which incorporates Cultural teachings and builds community. Participants will learn skills such as budgeting\, nutrition\, food safety\, reading\, writing\, numeracy and collaboration. Participants will cook together\, share a meal and build support with Aunty time\, and take a meal home.  
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/cooking-with-aunty-2/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,North East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Dickinsfield Amity House":MAILTO:info@amityhouse.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20191106T200226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T200817Z
UID:1970-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Reading and Writing for Academic Goals (English and Francophone)
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to get better at reading and writing before you can go to post-secondary school?  You will learn: \n\nGrammar and mechanics\nEssay writing\nReading\nExams and academic upgrading\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/reading-and-writing-for-academic-goals/
CATEGORIES:Adult Literacy,North West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="The Learning Centre Literacy Association":MAILTO:office@tlcla.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20191106T223658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T220323Z
UID:2045-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ASL Read With Me
DESCRIPTION:This course is for deaf and hearing parents learning how to teach their child early literacy skills. Parents will learn the basics using ASL reading and other strategies to improve their own skills as well as their child’s. A deaf facilitator and a speech language pathologist will lead this class.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/parent-child-learn-and-play/
CATEGORIES:Community Capacity Building,Family Literacy,South West Edmonton
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20191106T223848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T193756Z
UID:2047-1631491200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ASL Family Learning Program
DESCRIPTION:Are you a deaf immigrant learning ASL and English? \nDo your family members want to learn ASL too? \nConnect Society provides family friendly ASL classes that are for family members of deaf immigrants. \n 
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/literacy-enrichment/
CATEGORIES:Community Capacity Building,Family Literacy,South West Edmonton
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20191106T180856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T201238Z
UID:1938-1661990400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ELL Tutoring
DESCRIPTION:Join our free English tutoring program for adults. Gain confidence in speaking\, reading\, and writing in English with friendly support. Our volunteers are here to help you reach your goals\, build new skills and make everyday life easier.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ell-tutoring/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning,Tutoring
ORGANIZER;CN="P.A.L.S. - Project Adult Literacy Society":MAILTO:info@palsedmonton.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20191106T205026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T192404Z
UID:1986-1661990400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:One-to-One Tutoring: Basic Digital Skills
DESCRIPTION:We want to help you feel more comfortable with computers\, tablets\, smartphones etc. Come learn about \n\nthe parts of a computer\nkinds of software like word processors\, spreadsheets\, power point\nusing email\nusing search engines like Google\njoining social media like Facebook or Twitter
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/one-to-one-tutoring-basic-digital-skills/
CATEGORIES:Basic Digital Skills,Central Edmonton,Tutoring
ORGANIZER;CN="P.A.L.S. - Project Adult Literacy Society":MAILTO:info@palsedmonton.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T200040Z
UID:2004-1661990400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:One-to-One Tutoring: Math
DESCRIPTION:Want to improve your math skills for work\, school\, or everyday life? You will: \n\nMeet with a volunteer tutor one-on-one or in small groups for a few hours each week\, at a time that works for you\nUse learning materials with real-life examples\nGo at your own pace and build on what you already know\nGain confidence with numbers\, improve your problem-solving skills and learn how to apply math skills to everyday tasks
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/one-to-one-tutoring-math/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,Numeracy,Tutoring
ORGANIZER;CN="P.A.L.S. - Project Adult Literacy Society":MAILTO:info@palsedmonton.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20251002T201816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T201816Z
UID:8738-1661990400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Basic Digital Skills Tutoring
DESCRIPTION:Digital literacy tutoring offers lessons to help you gain confidence with computers and the internet. During your sessions you will learn: \n\nComputer safety\nHow to use Word\, Excel\, Google Docs\nCreating online profiles\nJob searching online\nand more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/basic-digital-skills-tutoring/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning,Tutoring
ORGANIZER;CN="P.A.L.S. - Project Adult Literacy Society":MAILTO:info@palsedmonton.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20251002T202632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T202632Z
UID:8740-1661990400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:One to One Tutoring Reading and Writing
DESCRIPTION:If you are finding reading or writing hard\, PALS offers one-to-one tutoring made to fit your needs. Our tutors will work with you to build up your skills at your own speed. You can meet online\, at the PALS office or at a nearby library at a time that works for you.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/one-to-one-tutoring-reading-and-writing-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning,Tutoring
ORGANIZER;CN="P.A.L.S. - Project Adult Literacy Society":MAILTO:info@palsedmonton.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20251006T201332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T201332Z
UID:8786-1661990400-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Everyday Digital Skills Volunteer Tutor Program
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn how to: \n\nUse your laptop\, tablet or smartphone\nExplore social media and stay connect with family and friends\nLearn online tools for work or school\nKnow when information is true or fake news\nFind information online or sign up for a class\nSearch and apply for jobs online\nOrder groceries or other items online\nand more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/everyday-digital-skills-volunteer-tutor-program/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,English Language Learning,Tutoring
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Family Literacy":MAILTO:info@famlit.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20191106T195315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T184648Z
UID:1964-1662940800-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Adult Tutor Program: Adult Literacy
DESCRIPTION:What do you want to learn? Do you want to get your C.A.E.C? Do you want a job? Do you want to help your kids with their homework? If you want to get better at reading\, writing\, or math\, we can help! Call today to find a tutor to help you learn what you want!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/volunteer-adult-tutor-program-adult-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Adult Literacy,North West Edmonton,Tutoring
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Family Literacy":MAILTO:info@famlit.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20210713T150509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T221425Z
UID:4557-1663027200-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Family Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Family Book Club program offers fun\, hands-on literacy\, language\, and number activities for you and your children ages 4 – 6 years.  We meet once a week for 10 weeks in a row.  You will learn to help your child love reading and writing\, develop a positive relationship with your child\, and learn new ways to read with your children.  We will read and talk about books.  You will build your own reading\, understanding\, vocabulary\, writing and number skills through activities that help you share books with your children.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/family-book-club/
CATEGORIES:Adult Literacy,Family Literacy,Featured,North West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Centre for Family Literacy":MAILTO:info@famlit.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
CREATED:20191106T200659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T201345Z
UID:1974-1663200000-1782863999@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Reading and Writing for Employment Goals (Francophone)
DESCRIPTION:Do you need to get better at reading and writing for your job? You will learn how to: \n\nWrite a resume and cover letter\nSend good emails\nUse clear and professional writing\nSearch for jobs online using key words\nUse workplace vocabulary\nAnd more!
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/reading-and-writing-for-employment-goals/
CATEGORIES:Adult Literacy,North West Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="The Learning Centre Literacy Association":MAILTO:office@tlcla.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
DTSTAMP:20260403T144151
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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