HOURS AND SERVICES
ACCESS TO LEARNING PROGRAMS REQUIRES AN INTAKE PROCESS.
TO BOOK AN INTAKE, DROP IN OR CALL 250.338.9906 DURING OFFICE HOURS.
fall 2023 and spring 2024 HOURS
Monday 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Tuesday 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Wednesday 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Thursday 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Friday 9:00AM - 3:00PM
CLOSED WEEKENDS AND STATUTORY HOLIDAYS
IN PERSON SERVICES
In person services take place at our office located at 1507A McPhee Avenue. Services are provided with physical distance, regular sanitization of work stations and staff and tutors dedicated to advancing the literacy level of adult learners. These services include:
Upgrading - one-to-one tutoring in reading, writing and basic numeracy to support with high school completion and building skills for college entry.
Digital Literacy - new to computers? Struggling with your iPhone? This tutoring program is designed to meet the needs of beginners on any device.
Workshops - offering in-person groups for upgrading and digital literacy. Up to four participants can meet at our office for workshops on online safety, using Google Docs and other literacy topics.
Conversation Group - offered once weekly, this drop-in informal group is perfect for English language learners seeking to expand their knowledge or practice their idioms. No registration required!
English Language Classes - weekly classes in grammar use, reading, writing and conversation offered onsite. Registration required.
Tech Drop In - offered Monday and Wednesday afternoons, this informal drop-in allows community members with questions on using their technology to get one-to-one support on site! Bring you smartphone, laptop or tablet with you or use one of our computers.
community services
Community Book Bike - free books and Family Literacy information for all ages
Computer Access Program - free refurbished laptops for low income community members.
Valley Storywalks - children’s storybooks in outdoor settings for families to enjoy.
Tech Tuesdays - Tuesday afternoon tech drop in and digital literacy support for adults at the Courtenay Library.
ONLINE SERVICES
Family Digital Literacy - online apps to promote togetherness and wellbeing.