The Learning Exchange (TLE)/Centre Lire-Écrire is a volunteer not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing:

• Adult Literacy and Tutoring: One-on-one and small group instruction to adults in need
• Volunteer/Tutor Training
• Public Awareness and Sensitization
• Volunteer/Student Recruitment
• Community Resource and Learning Centre
• Volunteer/Student Outreach and Retention
• Prevention and Intervention

The Learning Exchange is largely funded by government grants. TLE seeks other sources of funding through project proposals, partnerships, private and corporate donors and sponsors.

Yes! TLE is always working hard to raise additional funds for the many programmes and services we offer. Help is always welcome! TLE is a registered charitable organization.

Through the Strategic Planning Process, The Learning Exchange has established the following objectives and priorities:

• Promote the recognition of TLE and its mission, within the community, through a media and promotional campaign
• Increase outreach, recruitment, and retention of volunteers and students
• Significantly increase the number of students and tutors matched
• Foster a strong sense of commitment to the cause of literacy
• Promote a commitment to life-long learning
• Improve and strengthen TLE's overall infrastructure
• Develop a cohesive governing body able to work effectively together
• Establish a Board of Directors that conveys a strong and effective leadership
• Provide support to the volunteer members of the Board and TLE's staff
• Improve access to literacy services
• Facilitate the intake and matching process
• Improve quality of services for students and volunteers
• Increase funding opportunities
• Promote TLE's Resource and Learning Centre
• Increase involvement within the membership
• Provide networking opportunities for members, Board and staff
• Effectively disseminate information to members, community, and fellow councils

TLE Centre is staffed regularly (excluding holidays) September to June:

Office hours:

• Monday/Tuesday/Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Wednesday: 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m.
• Friday: closed

TLE is accessible for tutorials via the adult education office:

• Monday through Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Special events, meetings, support groups, workshops, information sessions, and committees are designed to help encourage student and volunteer attendance and increase participation and involvement throughout the year in our literacy programme. Special events are held to offer opportunities for special recognition and to show appreciation of all of our members. Volunteers and students are recognized throughout the year for their hard work and accomplishments, holiday cards, thanks and special recognition certificates are given to members. TLE's activities provide members with opportunities to meet other students, volunteers and tutors. Retention of volunteers and students from past years is high as well as attendance at events and outings.