Our MissionLiteracy Quebec is a network that connects and represents community-based literacy organizations to empower people, impact lives and build a stronger society.
Our VisionWe envision a Quebec where everyone has the literacy skills they need to live a fully engaged life.
Our Core Values
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Celebrating 40 Years
Click on the cover above to see Literacy Quebec's 40th Anniversary book.
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Impact & Activities
In pursuit of our mission, Literacy Quebec engages in a wide range of activities, including:
Take a look at our activity reports for some more information about the work that we do!
- Providing professional development opportunities for literacy practitioners
- Advocating for literacy
- Working in partnership with government agencies
- Networking with literacy-related groups
- Raising awareness of the importance of literacy in Quebec
Take a look at our activity reports for some more information about the work that we do!
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History of Literacy Quebec
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Click on the image to be directed to 2021/22's activity report.
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Click on the image to be directed to 2020/21's activity report.
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In 1980, adult education coordinators at each regional school board initiated the establishment of a volunteer literacy council in each region. Recruiting, training and volunteer support was initially based on the 'Each One Teach One' principles established by Dr. Frank Laubach. Since 1999, Literacy Quebec (LQ) has been accredited with MELS, and receives funding to realize our mission. This has allowed LQ to hire the staff necessary to carry out the objectives determined by our volunteer Board of Directors.
Today, member organizations embrace a variety of philosophies and approaches to teaching literacy and essential skills, reflecting the unique opportunities and challenges in their local communities.
Today, member organizations embrace a variety of philosophies and approaches to teaching literacy and essential skills, reflecting the unique opportunities and challenges in their local communities.
Freda Hudson Volunteer Recognition Award
Literacy Quebec inaugurated the Freda Hudson Volunteer Recognition Award in 2007, in memory of a remarkable volunteer. It is presented annually to a volunteer who has made a significant contribution to literacy.
Freda Hudson was instrumental in forming and supporting LQ, serving as a Director and Chairperson for many years. She was active on the national level as a Director for LLC and her contributions included authorship of several Canadian publications. After working at the national and provincial levels of literacy issues, Freda decided to get back to her local roots and contribute in a major way to the Yamaska Literacy Council, serving as a Director, a tutor, a Chairperson and an adviser.
Freda Hudson was instrumental in forming and supporting LQ, serving as a Director and Chairperson for many years. She was active on the national level as a Director for LLC and her contributions included authorship of several Canadian publications. After working at the national and provincial levels of literacy issues, Freda decided to get back to her local roots and contribute in a major way to the Yamaska Literacy Council, serving as a Director, a tutor, a Chairperson and an adviser.
Freda Hudson Award Recipients
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2021
Judith Moseychuck Schurman South Shore Literacy Council 2020 Kathy LePoer Yamaska Literacy Council 2019 Gordon Cook The Learning Exchange 2018 Maureen Floen RECLAIM Literacy 2017 Rick Valin Western Quebec Literacy Council 2016 Warren Law The Learning Exchange 2015 Jim Eames Quebec City Reading Council 2014 Mary Chuprun Laurentian Literacy Council |
2013
Valerie Sauriol The Learning Exchange 2012 Beryl Kerrison Western Quebec Literacy Council 2011 Ed Chaffey RECLAIM Literacy & Lillian Hartley South Shore Reading Council 2010 Cornelia Fischer Yamaska Learning Council 2009 Mona Arsenault The Learning Exchange 2008 Martha Shufelt Yamaska Learning Council 2007 Grace Saabas RECLAIM Literacy |
