Workplace Literacy & Essential Skills
 “The success of Canada’s economy depends on a skilled and educated workforce. Through Canada’s Economic Action Plan, our Government will continue to provide enhanced support for skills, apprenticeships and training for Canadian workers.”
The Right Honourable Stephen Harper Prime Minister of Canada Speech from the Throne: March 3, 2010
"Your government is supporting Ontarians in their choice to go back to school so they can get a good job -- not just any job.”
The Honourable Dalton McGuinty Premier of Ontario Speech From The Throne: March 8, 2010
Human Resources Skills Development (H.R.S.D.) has identified nine essential skills that are important for the workplace. We can use real workplace materials and help you improve these essential skills:
- Reading Text
- Document Use
- Writing
- Numeracy
- Oral Communications
- Thinking Skills
- Working With Others
- Computer Use
- Continuous Learning
Some employers have math or other tests as part of getting a job. We can help you get ready for these type of tests.
We can help you read and understand the materials at your job. Some jobs require you to keep logs or records. We can help you with the spelling, grammar and vocabulary that is needed for the forms.
We want to help you understand your transferable skills. We want you to feel confident using your skills and knowledge at different jobs. We know those are the skills that employers want to see.
Some jobs now require grade twelve. If you need to finish school, we can help you. If you are interested in being an apprentice, we may be able to help you earn $1000.00 for finishing high school.
We will refer you to local employment programs. Ask us for help!
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