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Literacy is more than 
knowing how to read and write. 

A person who is literate 

can use reading, writing, speaking, 
and numerical skills effectively to understand 
and participate in the world around them.


Literacy is not a fixed skill. 
It needs to be exercised and challenged. 
Otherwise, the skill will not strengthen and may weaken.


Source: Project READ Literacy Network


See the resources in the right column for additional information 
about literacy considerations in Quebec and Canada.

5 levels used to define literacy in Canada:

Literacy agencies in Canada use the International Adult Survey Levels to assess the abilities of literacy clients.   
Full definitions & survey summary

Literacy for Life 
Fact Sheets

Developed by the Canadian Literacy and Learning Network (CLLN); provide a series of two-pager highlights on literacy and related topics.
Literacy Fact Sheets

Literacy in Quebec

More than 4,500 Quebec residents took part in the International Adult Literacy and Skills Survey (IALSS).   
Survey Highlights
Literacy Quebec
5202 rue de Verdun 
Montreal, QC 
H4H 1K1 
Toll-free: 1-855-890-1587 
Phone: 514-508-6805 

info@literacyquebec.org 
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