Resources

For several years, Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS) and Employment Services (ES) programs have been working together in communities across Ontario. Because there has been no official direction on how to specifically work together, communities have taken an organic approach – doing “what they can with what they have” in order to try to serve clients more effectively. Now that both Employment Services and LBS services are using EOIS-CaMS, there is an opportunity to assess the results of these collaborative efforts to set community goals.

The purpose of this project was to research the ways in which ES and LBS programs have been working together to promote transitions from ES to LBS and from LBS to ES. As part of this research, the project:

• documented and shared current and emerging best practices regarding transitions between ES and LBS, as well as examples of screening tools and introductory/awareness raising workshops that are in use
• informally piloted some of these best practices in Simcoe/Muskoka
• examined how EOIS-CaMS data and reports can be used to track, compare and project results within the Performance Management Framework
• investigated how the transitions can be effectively documented and integrated into the current Literacy Service Planning processes and products

Reports can be downloaded below.

This targeted training series has all the materials needed to run training for learners interested in pursuing a career in manufacturing. Soft skills, essential skills, and technical skills are integrated.

The training has been developed to be delivered over 12 sessions, with an optional 13th session. The optional 13th session is intended for learners to take part in a mock interview by appointment. Each session will take 2-3 hours.  Each session has a PowerPoint. There is one learner workbook that is used for all twelve sessions. There are individual handouts and/or answer keys in some of the sessions. In addition, there is a sample learner plan template with suggested milestones that can be used by Employment Ontario funded programs. Employment Ontario Literacy and Basic Skills agencies are required to determine a learning style for each learner. This has been referenced in the learner handbook. However, a learning style survey is not provided in the materials. You can use the learning style survey you are currently using at your agency.

All of the materials that have been created can be personalized for your agency with your own logo.  They are either Word documents or PowerPoint documents. Materials from other sources that have been included as examples or resources are PDF’s and cannot be personalized.

The full package can be downloaded below.

This manual is designed using a skills-based format. Each skill has 4 jobs attached to it, with the exception of “Follow Written Directions”. Each job has at least one authentic workplace material attached to it. 

As part of our 2020/2021 business plan, Community Literacy of Ontario partnered with the Tri- County Literacy Council (TCLC) to research, write and adapt the Warehouse Worker and Material Handler.

Curricula for adults enrolled in Ontario’s Literacy and Basic Skills agencies are always in high demand, and the staff at Tri-County Literacy Council have extensive experience in curriculum development and delivery.

Community Literacy of Ontario is grateful to Literacy Link Eastern Ontario (LLEO) for allowing its Warehouse Worker and Material Handler curriculum to be revised, adapted and updated by CLO and Tri-County Literacy Council.

• Module 1: Essential Skills for Material Handlers
• Module 2: Introduction to Material Handling 
• Module 3: Working Conditions and Practices 
• Module 4: Measurement 
• Module 5: Equipment 
• Module 6: Health and Safety 
• Module 7: Job Skills 

This course helps learners build the essential skills needed to succeed in a truck driving career. It is designed for new or aspiring truck drivers and focuses on practical workplace skills that go beyond driving itself.

The course includes:

• Skills for Success – An overview of key transferable skills like communication, adaptability, and teamwork.

• Digital Skills – Using tools like translation apps, online searches, and AI to find information, navigate websites, and communicate

professionally.

• Thinking Skills – Developing problem-solving, decision-making, and time management strategies for real-world driving tasks.

• Document Use – Learning to read and complete forms, bills of lading, inspection reports, emails, and logs required in the trucking industry.

• Health and Safety – Understanding workplace hazards, WHMIS, PPE, and safety procedures, including working alone and transporting

dangerous goods.

• Workplace Communication – Improving collaboration, handling feedback, resolving conflict, and delivering good customer service. 

The course includes activities and real-world examples to help learners practice and apply what they learn. It prepares them to be safe, responsible, and professional on the job.

This resource contains 10 lessons which teach English vocabulary that is relevant to general employment and specific job industries.

This practitioner’s guide contains the following:

● Tips for instructing this course to English proficiency learners

● Group activity suggestions for instructors teaching the course to groups in facilitated workshops

● A marking guide

English for Work Volume 2 (2026) can be found here.

The English Proficiency Assessment which can be used with this resource can be found here.

Artificial intelligence is an advancing technology. Instructors should check this material to ensure it stays relevant and current. Please check the LLEO website for updated materials if or when changes have occurred.

Answers in this guide are offered as guidelines and marking for this course is at the discretion of the practitioner.

This course is best suited for OALCF assessed level 2 or 3 learners.

Beginner workbook for adults who want to work as a security guide. Regular and fillable PDF's available.

This resource contains 10 lessons that teach English vocabulary relevant to
general employment and specific job industries.

English for Work Volume 1 and Practioner Guide can be found here.

The English Proficiency Assessment which can be used with this resource can be found here.