Victoria Literacy Connection

Get ready for BC Local Elections! - Decoda Literacy Solutions Elections are on October 17th. Find resources to help students learn about local elections in BC.

Kindly take this day to reflect on the past and present experiences of our First Nations, Metis and Inuit brothers and sisters, not forgetting how much these nations have to teach us all.

Oren Lyons (Faithkeeper of the Onondaga Nation):"Although we are in different boats—you in your boat and we in our canoe—we share the same river of life."

To learn more, please visit the following site:
https://orangeshirtday.org/

We still need reading volunteers for schools in Sooke, Westshore and Victoria. Please join the team and get a wonderfully giving experience through helping kids to read!

📣 Reminder — there are still spaces available!

Want to feel more confident with technology and learn how to stay safe online?

Join us this Saturday for a FREE Tech Talk: Making Sense of Technology & Online Safety — a friendly, in-person session that’s great for older adults. No experience or device required!

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Greater Victoria Public Library, Central Branch

Spaces are still available — register today! See the poster for registration details. Or register here: https://tinyurl.com/bdd4x9je

Please share with someone who might enjoy this free workshop! 💻

Tech Talk: Making Sense of Technology and Online Safety - A free workshop designed for older adults.
Join VLC and the Digital Bridge Society at the Central Branch of the GVPL on Saturday September 26th.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/bdd4x9je

Interested in learning more about Psychoeducational Reports? Check out this free online discussion hosted by

Register on Eventbrite: https://tinyurl.com/2d5emdu9

🌟 Looking for a FREE online English class?

If you are a permanent resident or refugee living in BC, you can join these classes!

- Flexible schedules
- Levels from Foundations to CLB 4
- Live classes + drop-in support
- Taught by experienced instructors
Boost your English skills for work and life! Updated schedule online at https://cbal.org/linconline/ and also in comments below.

👉 Register now by emailing [email protected] or at https://cbal.simplesurvey.com/f/s/linconline

📱 Want to feel more confident using technology and staying safe online?

Join us for Tech Talk: Making Sense of Technology & Online Safety, a FREE in-person session designed especially for older adults. No experience or device required!

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Greater Victoria Public Library, Central Branch
Register: https://tinyurl.com/yt2exttv

Interested in learning more? This session is a great introduction to our free 4-part Digital Basics & Online Safety series coming in November! Register: https://tinyurl.com/49t6dzht

Register using the link or QR code on the poster. Please share with a friend, family member, or neighbour who might be interested!

Are you passionate about literacy and making a difference in your community? We’re looking for engaged community members to join our Board of Directors.

www.victorialiteracyconnection.ca