Literacy in Action (LIA) was founded as St-Francis Literacy Council in 1980. In 2002, its name changed to more accurately reflect the goals of this non-profit organization. Regardless of its name, its mission has remained intact; to create English-speaking learning environments where adults can learn through and with community, outside of formal, competitive, and grade-based education. 

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Today, with the support of our dedicated team, partners, and various types of volunteers (board members, coaches, animators, and more), we are able to serve the English-speaking communities of the Estrie region.

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Based on Laubach's learner-centered approach, better known as Each One, Teach One, we connect individual learners with a volunteer coach to guide their learning process. This plays out in different ways. We all need help at different stages in our lives. Having access to someone for support or assistance often allows us to move forward and achieve our goals sooner. 

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All of our community-based,

lifelong learning activities

are for you, and they're free!