CALP Connections: May 2025

Join Our Board – A Community That Truly Cares

My name is Rochelle Galeski and I coordinate the Medicine Hat College Pathways Adult Learning Foundations program, which covers Medicine Hat, Brooks, Cypress County, County of 40 Mile and FALP. I have worked in the CALP system for eight years and I am proud to be part of such a collaborative and responsive learning environment.

I served on the Board a few years ago, both as a secretary and as a director, and after taking a break I’m so pleased to share that I’ve rejoined the Board as a director. It feels incredibly good to be back, especially at such a unique and exciting time in our journey.

Serving on the Board for CLN has been a meaningful and inspiring experience. It’s not just a Board, it’s a community of passionate individuals who truly believe in the power of foundational learning to change lives across Alberta.

What makes this Board so special is the heart each member brings to the table. Every voice matters. Every contribution is valued. And together, we share a common commitment to supporting learners in ways that are innovative, equitable, and sustainable.

Being part of the Board has enriched the way I approach my own work. I’ve learned so much simply by collaborating with people who care deeply, not just about the work itself, but about each other. It’s a space where passion and purpose meet, and where ideas are welcomed and shaped with kindness and respect.

One of the most thoughtful aspects of this Board is how mindful it is of our time and capacity. We all wear many hats, and there’s a genuine understanding that life is full. There's never pressure to overextend, just encouragement to contribute in ways that feel meaningful and manageable. That sense of care makes it easy to stay engaged, and even easier to want to give back.

If you’re someone who cares about lifelong learning, equity, and community, and you want to make a real difference without burning out, consider joining us. You’ll be welcomed into a group that supports each other as much as the learners we serve.

Interested in joining the CLN Board of Directors? Nominations close on June 30th, 2025.

Please see the Board Member Position Description or email board@calp.ca. 
(Note: A Portal sign in is required to view the CLN Board Member Position Description)

CLN Board Nomination Application Form 

Thank you for attending the Literacy & Learning Symposium and being part of our “Making Waves” journey!

This year’s theme celebrated how small actions - like a single ripple - can grow into powerful waves of change in literacy and learning. Your presence and participation helped create that momentum.

 We’d love to hear about your experience. Please take a moment to complete the Overall Symposium Survey 2025.

If you joined specific sessions, you can also share feedback through the individual track evaluations:

Track A

Track B

Track C

Track D

Your insights help us keep the ripple going and make future events even stronger. Thank you!

Did you access training or supports from CALP-funded organizations, CLN, Calgary Learns, ECALA or Alberta Routes? We’re waiting to hear from you!

Our anonymous survey ends June 6.

Click the link to participate:
https://norquest.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bjRin6Bpa89Zwq2  

If you already completed the survey, thank you! Your input will shape the future of our services.

Complete the survey to enter the draw for one of seven $75 gift cards for your organization.

If you have questions about the survey, please contact cindy.boucher@norquest.ca   

Thank you!

The annual Council of the Federation Literacy Award was created in 2004 by Canada's premiers to recognize literacy achievements in every province and territory. This year is an especially important milestone for the award as it’s the 20th anniversary since the award was first launched in 2004. The award recognizes:

• Outstanding achievement,
• Innovative practice, and
• Excellence.

Help us celebrate and recognize the work and leadership of a community literacy organization by completing and submitting a nomination package . This is a great opportunity to showcase the crucial work that our Foundational Learning Assistance (FLA) and Community Adult Learning Program (CALP) partners do for Albertans, and you are encouraged to consider submitting a nomination. Many of the past winners in recent years have had a strong link to delivering FLA and CALP.

For more information, visit the Council of the Federation website. For other literacy-related events visit our Alberta Government Literacy Awareness Events and Resources page.

Nominations close on May 9, 2025.

If you have any questions about the award and nomination process, please don’t hesitate to email ae.calp@gov.ab.ca. 

Thursday, May 15, 2025 marks the 14th anniversary of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD).

The purpose of GAAD is to get us talking, thinking and learning about digital accessibility and inclusion, and the more than One Billion people with disabilities/impairments.

Digital accessibility refers to the ability of people with disabilities/impairments to independently consume and/or interact with digital (e.g., web, mobile) applications and content.

Learn more about GAAD, attend an event or create your own event!

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)