Our Adult Learning Program provides one-to-one and small group learning for adults who want to improve their reading, writing and math skills.
We work with adults at all levels to help you reach your learning goals and move on to your next steps.
Ongoing Programs:
These programs run all year and you can start any time.
- Small groups and one-to-one tutoring based on your goals.
- Computer Club: Informal space to get one-to-one computer help
- Preparation for the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) test. CAEC is the new High School Equivalency in Ontario.
Current and Upcoming Short-term Groups:
Join us for our summer groups.
Technology is part of our lives. Join us to learn basic computer and smartphone skills such as:
- Smartphones
- Using Google Maps
- Staying Safe online
- Trusting what you read online
- Filling out forms online
- Email basics
- Finding help online
- Learning online
When: Monday and Friday 1:30 – 3:30pm
June 23rd – July 11th or July 14th – August 1st
Strong digital skills are critical for the world of work. We will focus on Microsoft Outlook and Word, the main computer skills you need to find and keep work.
In addition to learning to use email in a professional setting, you will learn how Calendar and Tasks can help you get and stay organized.
Learn to use Word to create professional-looking documents. You will learn to format documents, use themes and templates and add images and tables to your document.
This course is for people who are relatively new to computers.
When: Monday to Thursday 10:00am – 12:00pm
June 23rd – July 10th or July 14th – 31st
Join us to develop your reading, writing, math and computers, while learning about Toronto.
This multi-level group will involve 3 field trips with learning activities before and after.
When: Tuesday to Thursday 1:30 – 3:30 starting July 7, 2025.
Essential Information
Who is eligible:
The program is open to anyone over 18 who lives in Ontario and has a valid SIN.
Preference will be given to those who have not completed High School.
Where:
1033 King Street West (at Shaw)
When:
Monday and Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Cost:
Free
How to register and learn more:
Please contact us at 416-539-9000 or literacy@westnh.org to learn more about the program and talk through your goals with a member of our staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of learning can you help with?
We offer support with:
- Reading
- Writing
- Math
- Computers or Smartphones
- Preparing for college or work
- Preparing to write the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) tests
