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| Adult Academic and Career Preparation |
250-492-4305 ext. 3227 |
| Okanagan College |
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| Reading, writing, math to enter vocational or academic programs. Fundamental to Provincial levels. |
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| 583 Duncan Avenue West |
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| Adult Basic Education (ABE) |
250-492-4305 |
| Okanagan College |
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| The college offers Adult Basic Education, Literacy Skills for Adults, and student service to help you with any questions and/or guidance. |
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| 583 Duncan Avenue West |
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| Integrated Family Development |
250-493-0512 |
| Okanagan Boys and Girls Club |
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| Integrated family development provides flexible, effective support and counseling to children, youth, and families. Call for information. |
| Free |
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| 1295 Manitoba Street |
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| Parks, Recreation and Culture |
250-490-2426 |
| Penticton Community Centre |
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| Parks and Recreation offers programs for all ages. Call for information. |
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| 324 Power Street |
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| Peachcity Toastmasters |
250-493-1161 Tina or 250-487-1196 Kevin |
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| A supportive and friendly group to help improve your public speaking skills. Toastmasters meet Thursday 12pm - 1pm. Call for information. |
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| 696 Main Street (United Church) |
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| Penticton Learning Centre |
250-770-7740 |
| School District 67 |
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| Two programs are available: the Work-Learn Program and the Pathfinders Program. The Pathfinders Program is a computer-managed learning method that provides individualized self-paced learning. The Work-Learn Program is designed to meet the needs of students 16 years of age and older who are at risk of dropping out of school or who are returning. Call for information. |
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| 324 Eckhardt Avenue |
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| Penticton Toastmasters |
250-276-4705 |
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| A supportive and friendly group to help improve your public speaking skills. Toastmaster meets Tuesday 7pm - 9pm at Penticton Library Auditorium. Call for information. |
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| 785 Main Street (Library Auditorium) |
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| Prenatal Classes |
250-770-3434 |
| Health Centre |
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| Prenatal classes are for women under 25 years of age. Over 25 years prenatal classes are offered at Okanagan College. |
| Free |
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| 740 Carmi Avenue |
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| South Okanagan Literacy Program |
250-492-4305 Ext. 3244 |
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| This program is free and flexible. Students must be 19 years of age. South Okanagan Literacy Program operates through Okanagan College. Volunteer tutors are trained to work one-to-one with adults to improve their reading, writing, speaking, listening or math skills. |
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Volunteer as a tutor! |
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| Volunteer Tutor Program |
250-492-4305 ext. 3227 |
| Okanagan College |
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| One-to-one literacy tutoring or classroom (reading, writing, math). |
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Volunteer as a tutor! |
| 583 Duncan Avenue West |
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| WorkZone |
250-493-0225 |
| VerTek Diversified Services Limited |
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| We provide free services to individuals who are seeking career guidance and support. WorkZone offers: Drop-in services, Assisted Services, and Youth Drop-in. Call for information. |
| free |
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| #101-575 Main Street |
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| Writing Out Loud / Reading Out Loud |
250-492-4305 ext.3244 |
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| Adults are invited to join a free workshop. No one sees your work but you! Journals and pens provided. Call for next session. |
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| Adult/Continuing Education Coordinator |
250-770-7660 |
| School District 67 |
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| Call for advice on basic education options for adults and young adults. |
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| Literacy Outreach Coordinator |
250-295-0112 |
| Shauna Hassell |
literacyoutreachsos@gmail.com |
| Supporting literacy initiatives and program coordination in the community. |
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| Literacy Outreach Coordinator |
250-763-0456 Ext. 202 |
| The Bridge Youth and Family Services |
michele.hucul@thebridgeservices.ca |
| Supporting literacy services and planning in your community. |
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