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P.A.L.S.- Project Adult Literacy Society is a local Edmonton Charity that works to change lives through literacy. We offer free tutoring services in reading, writing, English Language Learning, math and digital literacy. Through this podcast we will disc

P.A.L.S. Talks


    • Nov 16, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 16 EPISODES


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    Alison Howard, ABC Life Literacy Canada

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 32:10


    Alison Howard is the Executive Director at ABC Life Literacy Canada. She is a collaborative and strategic not-for-profit leader with deep expertise in the areas of literacy, skills development, and employability at a national level. With over two decades of experience in the non-profit sector, Alison brings exceptional communication, research, and presentation skills, along with strong public policy, sponsorship, and national partnership building experience. A passionate and inclusive team-player, she empowers others and works collaboratively to create a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

    Meet Bonnie the Literacy Coordinator at PALS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 23:16


    Bonnie has worked at PALS for 15 years.  She has taught countless individuals how to read in her time at PALS.  Take a listen to some of her experiences and memories from her time at PALS.

    Creating community through conversation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 28:34


    Doug has volunteers at PALS for 11 years running conversation circles for our LELL learners.  He shares his experience and the importance of dialogue in sharing culture and his beloved country, Canada.

    Health literacy - how what we eat affects our overall health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 36:42


    Suzana, one of our tutors, joined us for a talk on Health Literacy.   Giving us tips and tricks for budgeting for healthy eating, things to look for on labels and what to add to your grocery cart.

    A look at Adult Literacy in Edmonton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 58:02


    Noah just finished his degree.  As a final project, he and his classmates, created a report on the impacts, barriers and possible solutions to Adult Low Literacy in Edmonton.  

    Literacy and the connection to Land - An Indigenous Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 68:52


    Lori St. Cyr, Metis & Indigenous Liaison with the Community Learning Network talks about being Indigenous in Canada, the importance of kinship, and how to be an ally. 

    Design and Literacy - Anna Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 31:56


    Anna comes back to tell us the outcome of her project in creating a logo and website for learners with low literacy.  

    35 years as a Volunteer - Edda shares her story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 13:57


    Edda is not one to sit and wait for something interesting to happen.  She makes it happen.  Edda has been a volunteer at PALS for 35 years.  She is also a Ragging Granny.  Edda tells her story of why she enjoys teaching reading and writing.

    2021 Shirley Sandul Memorial Award Recipient: Emmanuel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 16:10


    Emmanuel exceeds all standards in his efforts and has taken the lessons learned at PALS and soared to new heights.  This year he won the Shirley Sandul Memorial Award. Listen to his story here.

    Sandro - The journey from Brazil to Edmonton, Law to Documentaries.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 44:45


    Sandro is one of our tutors at PALS.  He worked with our learners creating videos to share their stories with the world.  Today he is sharing his story,  from the favelas in Brazil to Edmonton, Alberta and from Law to Documentary Film Maker. 

    Erich Ly - Financial Literacy - Gaining Awareness of our Finances.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 39:47


    Erich Ly is a Charter Professional Accountant in Edmonton. During our chat he identifies some of the challenges that we face in our digitally driven, frictionless payment world, and breaks down how to become more financially aware.

    Emotional and Social Literacy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 33:00


    In this episode we're talking about the importance of social and emotional literacy - how to understand what you're feeling, recognize your needs, and be able to tell others what your needs are. Hannah has a master's in social work, specializing in international and community development.

    Literacy English Language Learners

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 19:43


    We talk with Monica (Nika) about her program LELL and the learners she is dedicated to help.

    Design and Literacy - Anna Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 38:05


    In this episode we discuss how web design and design in general can be tweaked with literacy in mind.  What do designers need to think about to make their designs more accessible to literacy learners?  We discuss with Anna a design student.

    Digital Literacy is really just problem solving.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 28:30


    Justin and I chat about volunteering at P.A.L.S, Digital Literacy and how we at P.A.L.S. work with our learners to problem solve our way through the digital world.   

    Ending Poverty through Education.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 19:42


    Monica Das introduces us to P.A.L.S. - Project Adult Literacy Society a local charity in Edmonton, that offers the free tutoring services. She explains the importance of Literacy in society and the links between literacy and all aspects of life.  

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