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The Manitoba Government Introduces Legislation to Support Adult Literacy and Learning Programs
The Manitoba government has introduced legislation aimed at improving and supporting adult literacy and learning programs.
Legislation Details
The adult literacy act introduced by Advanced Education and Training Minister Renée Cable will set parameters around funding eligibility for adult literacy and numeracy programs available to Manitobans. It also mandates a strategy and reporting on progress.
Importance of Adult Literacy Programs
“This legislation supports adult literacy and numeracy programming that can drastically improve an individual’s quality of life,” Cable said.
“By supporting adults to improve their reading and writing skills, we’re helping them to build a better life here in Manitoba and participate more fully in their community and society.”
Impact of Adult Literacy Programs
Cable highlighted that more than 1,200 adults participated in one of the 26 adult literacy programs provincewide last year.
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