Work and Employment

Literacy and Basic Skills

ABC Communautaire - Literacy and Basic Skills

50 Dorothy St
Welland, ON
L3B 3V7

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Also offer translation services (from English to French)

https://www.abccommunautaire.ca

ginette@abccommunautaire.ca

Office: 905-788-3711

Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm, Sep-Jun

ABC Communautaire - Niagara Region Francophone Adult Training Centre

50 Dorothy St
Welland, ON
L3B 3V7

A French adult education centre that teaches French reading, writing, computer and math skills to francophone adults; Evening classes available.

https://www.abccommunautaire.ca

ginette@abccommunautaire.ca

Office: 905-788-3711

Crisis: 289-321-3711

Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm, Sep-Jun

Collège Boréal - Literacy and Basic Skills

Black Walnut Building, 100 Niagara College Blvd
B102 Welland, ON
L3C 7L3

Literacy and basic skills training including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.collegeboreal.ca

Office: 1-800-361-6673 ext 7370

Mon, Wed 9 am-3 pm by appointment

District School Board of Niagara - Edvance Outreach Program

Lifetime Learning Centre, 535 Lake St
St Catharines, ON
L2N 4H7

Offers a supportive learning environment for mature learners aged 18-21 to earn 1 credit at a time. Credit recovery options are also available. Learners may also be eligible to participate in Cooperative Education if they are currently actively employed.

https://www.dsbn.org/programs-services/adult-and-community-education/home

ace@dsbn.org

Office: 905-687-7000

In Person Mon, Wed 3:45 pm-6 pm * Virtual Tue, Thu 3:45 pm-6 pm

District School Board of Niagara - Edvance Outreach Program

Eastdale Secondary School
170 Wellington St Welland, ON
L3B 1B3

Offers a supportive learning environment for mature learners aged 18-21 to earn 1 credit at a time. Credit recovery options are also available. Learners may also be eligible to participate in Cooperative Education if they are currently actively employed.

https://www.dsbn.org/programs-services/adult-and-community-education/home

ace@dsbn.org

Office: 905-687-7000

In Person Mon, Wed 3:30 pm-6 pm * Virtual Tue, Thu 3:30 pm-6 pm

District School Board of Niagara - Edvance Outreach Program

Stamford Collegiate, 5775 Drummond Rd
Niagara Falls, ON
L2G 4L2

Offers a supportive learning environment for mature learners aged 18-21 to earn 1 credit at a time. Credit recovery options are also available. Learners may also be eligible to participate in Cooperative Education if they are currently actively employed.

https://www.dsbn.org/programs-services/adult-and-community-education/home

ace@dsbn.org

Office: 905-687-7000

In Person Mon, Wed 3:30 pm-6 pm * Virtual Tue, Thu 3:30 pm-6 pm

District School Board of Niagara - Literacy and Basic Skills

36 Page St
St Catharines, ON
L2R 4A7

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.dsbn.org/community

lbs@dsbn.org

Office: 905-327-7642

Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm

District School Board of Niagara - Literacy and Basic Skills

5960 Pitton Rd
Niagara Falls, ON
L2H 1S2

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.dsbn.org/community

lbs@dsbn.org

Office: 905-327-7642

Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm

District School Board of Niagara - Literacy and Basic Skills

Port Colborne High School, 211 Elgin St
Port Colborne, ON
L3K 3K4

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.dsbn.org/community

lbs@dsbn.org

Office: 905-327-7642

Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm

District School Board of Niagara - Literacy and Basic Skills

34 Catherine St
St Catharines, ON
L2R 5E7

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.dsbn.org/community

lbs@dsbn.org

Office: 905-327-7642

Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm

Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre - Katkwenyes Literacy

796 Buffalo Rd
Fort Erie, ON
L2A 5H2

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Specialized services available to Aboriginal community

The Centre also offers ACE and adult alternative highschool (Courage to Soar) on site with some preference given to Katkwenyes graduates. Other learning opportunities as needed.

https://www.fenfc.org

katkwenyes@fenfc.org

Office: 905-871-8931 ext 268

Fax: 905-871-9655

Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm, Sep-Jun
Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm, Jul-Aug
Some evening courses available

Niagara Catholic District School Board - Continuing Education Learning Centres - St Ann Adult Learning Centre

5895 North St
Niagara Falls, ON
L2G 1J7

Continuing education programs for lifelong learners interested in pursuing their goals.

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma
• Personal Support Worker Certification
• ESL Courses
• eLearning Credit Courses for Adults
• Virtual Learning Student HELP Centre
• Academic & Core Skills Program
• Prior Learning & Assessment Recognition (PLAR)
• Cooperative Education
• Summer School
• International & Indigenous Languages Elementary
• Educational Travel Credit Courses

https://www.niagaracontinuingeducation.ca

continuingeducation@ncdsb.com

Office: 905-354-3531

Toll Free: 1-866-727-8401

Office Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm * Classes call for information

Niagara Catholic District School Board - Continuing Education Learning Centres - St John Adult Learning Centre

145 Niagara St
St Catharines, ON
L2R 4L7

Continuing education programs for lifelong learners interested in pursuing their goals.

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma
• ESL Courses
• eLearning Credit Courses for Adults
• Virtual Learning Student HELP Centre
• Academic & Core Skills Program
• Prior Learning & Assessment Recognition (PLAR)
• Cooperative Education
• Summer School
• International & Indigenous Languages Elementary
• Educational Travel Credit Courses

https://www.niagaracontinuingeducation.ca

continuingeducation@ncdsb.com

Office: 905-682-3360

Toll Free: 1-866-727-8401

Office Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm * Class times vary, call for information

Niagara Catholic District School Board - Continuing Education Learning Centres - St John South Adult Learning Centre

54 Jarvis St
Fort Erie, ON
L2A 2S4

Continuing education programs for lifelong learners interested in pursuing their goals.

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma
• ESL Courses
• eLearning Credit Courses for Adults
• Virtual Learning Student HELP Centre
• Academic & Core Skills Program
• Prior Learning & Assessment Recognition (PLAR)
• Cooperative Education
• Summer School
• International & Indigenous Languages Elementary
• Educational Travel Credit Courses

https://www.niagaracontinuingeducation.ca

continuingeducation@ncdsb.com

Office: 905-991-8951

Toll Free: 1-866-727-8401

Office Mon-Fri 9 am-3:30 pm, Sep-Jun

Niagara Catholic District School Board - Literacy and Basic Skills

54 Jarvis St
Fort Erie, ON
L2A 2S4

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.niagaracontinuingeducation.ca

continuingeducation@ncdsb.com

Office: 905-991-8951

Fax: 905-994-9663

Office Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Classes Mon-Fri 8:45 am-3:15 pm, Sep-Jun

Niagara Catholic District School Board - Literacy and Basic Skills

5895 North St
Niagara Falls, ON
L2G 1J7

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.niagaracontinuingeducation.ca

continuingeducation@ncdsb.com

Office: 905-354-3531

Fax: 905-354-6693

Office Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Classes Mon-Fri 8:45 am-3:15 pm, Sep-Jun

Niagara Catholic District School Board - Literacy and Basic Skills

145 Niagara St
St Catharines, ON
L2R 4L7

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.niagaracontinuingeducation.ca

continuingeducation@ncdsb.com

Office: 905-682-3360

Fax: 905-682-1219

Office Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Classes Mon-Fri 8:45 am-3:15 pm, Sep-Jun

Niagara Catholic District School Board - Literacy and Basic Skills

269 Thorold Rd W
Welland, ON
L3C 3W1

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.niagaracontinuingeducation.ca

continuingeducation@ncdsb.com

Office: 905-734-4495

Fax: 905-734-8166

Office Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Classes Mon-Fri 8:45 am-3:15 pm, Sep-Jun

Niagara College - Literacy and Basic Skills

135 Taylor Rd
SS 4 Niagara-On-The-Lake, ON
L0S 1J0

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Day classes are offered in cooperation with the Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre, 796 Buffalo Rd Fort Erie.

https://www.niagaracollege.ca/au

academicupgrading@niagaracollege.ca

Office: 905-641-2252 ext 4418

Reception Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Classes Mon-Fri, hours vary
Dates: Sep-Jun * Reduced programming available in Jul

Niagara College - Literacy and Basic Skills

100 Niagara College Blvd
Welland, ON
L3C 7L3

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Day classes are offered in cooperation with the Fort Erie Native Friendship Centre, 796 Buffalo Rd Fort Erie.

https://www.niagaracollege.ca/au

academicupgrading@niagaracollege.ca

Office: 905-641-2252 ext 4418

Reception Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Classes Mon-Fri, hours vary
Dates: Sep-Jun * Reduced programming available in Jul

Niagara Regional Learning Centre - Literacy and Basic Skills

285 Bunting Rd
Unit 7 St Catharines, ON
L2M 7T9

Literacy and basic skills training including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

https://www.literacyniagara.org

gwhiteside@literacyniagara.org

Office: 905-684-3500 ext 550

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm

Niagara Regional Native Centre - Literacy and Basic Skills

140 Welland Ave
Unit 15B St Catharines, ON
L2R 2N6

Literacy and basic skills training including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Specialized services available to Indigenous community.

https://www.nrnc.ca

literacypc@nrnc.ca

Office: 905-685-8547

Fax: 905-685-8990

Mon-Thu 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Fri by appointment

Niagara West Adult Learning Centre - Literacy and Basic Skills

The Howard House, 4271 Queen St
Lincoln, ON
L0R 1B0

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

One-to-one tutoring and small groups * Customized workshops * Computer training * Community Gardens, Volunteer Tax Clinics for low income persons

https://www.nwalc.ca

execdir@nwalc.ca

Office: 905-563-1515

Mon-Thu 9 am-4:30 pm

Port Cares - The Learning Centre - Literacy and Basic Skills

92 Charlotte St
Port Colborne, ON
L3K 3E1

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

http://pcworksemployment.ca/

pcworks@portcares.ca

Office: 905-834-3629

Fax: 905-834-5805

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm