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Almost everywhere lately, I hear laments about the state of the world and the future of humanity. I won’t go into detail. I’m sure you’ve heard similar worries and had your...

What makes a literacy legend? A literacy legend is shaped by a lifelong practice in the field of literacy and foundational learning. They are committed to collaboration and...

For much of my career I held strong reservations about standardized testing. Finding myself speaking as a subject matter expert on the Canadian Adult Education Credential...

Every year in Canada, National Indigenous Languages Day is celebrated on March 31. This day recognizes the beauty, diversity, and importance of the many Indigenous languages...

Let’s face it, most of us have struggled with math at some point in our lives. I know I still do! And, just like I do, sometimes learners need a little numeracy guidance from...

2026-2027 Membership Renewal, Literacy & Learning Symposium, Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities, Call for CLN Board Applications, Strengthening Literacy...

March is Fraud Prevention Month in Canada. Many scams look convincing because they use official logos and urgent language. Anyone can be targeted since scams are meant to be...

“I’ve always hated math.” When this learner first shared her story, those were the words she used. Math felt overwhelming. Confusing. Embarrassing. She describes sitting in...

Literacy & Learning Symposium 2026, Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities, Call for CLN Board Applications, Call for Outstanding Contribution Award nominations, and...

In Canada, there are three constitutionally recognized Indigenous peoples: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit. Each has its own history, culture, and relationship to the land....

I “landed” in CALP in 2009 somewhat by accident. I was between jobs when a friend sent me a posting for a literacy coordinator position with a small, local non-profit. My...

Adult Albertans with foundational learning needs are the heart of every CALP. Interactions with learners keep us connected to community and grounded in our understanding of...

I love conversation. Yet, if I’m honest, I once took the nuance of great conversation for granted—until the Strategic Conversations project changed that. Like many meaningful...

Since 2003, in one form or another, the Community Learning Network has hosted an annual conference (now known as the Literacy & Learning Symposium). Over the years, it has...

Literacy is about more than reading words on a page. For adults, literacy is about understanding, navigating, and taking action in everyday life. Every step a learner takes...

I walked towards my car after a long day of shopping. I pulled out my key fob and clicked to unlock my door. Nothing happened. I clicked a few more times. Still nothing. In a...

Literacy & Learning Symposium 2026, Call for CLN Board Applications, Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities, NEW PD Success Pathway, Call for Outstanding...

Family literacy programs are more than schedules, lesson plans, or learning outcomes. They are about people and their stories. Newcomer families often arrive carrying both...

Canada has seen a surge of immigration over the past several years, increasingly this is seen in smaller and rural communities. In these communities, especially those without...

Literacy & Learning Symposium 2026, Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities, Outstanding Contribution Award, and more... Symposium Update Upcoming PD Blog Backtrack...