On International Literacy Day, the Quality in Lifelong Learning Network (aka QUILL Learning Network) issues an urgent call to action for increased and sustained investment in adult literacy programs across the province. New data underscores that nearly half of Ontario’s adult population faces literacy challenges, posing a significant barrier to individual well-being and the province’s economic prosperity.
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QUILL Releases Inventory of Workplace Training Options
Background
As part of a Skills for Success initiative between October 2022 and March 2024, QUILL Learning Network conducted Organizational Needs Assessments (ONA) with local businesses to determine workplace training needs. One of the challenges identified by employers was researching and connecting with the most relevant training opportunities.
Impact of Labour Market Changes on Local Training Needs
QUILL region has historically experienced one of the lowest unemployment rates in the province. To see the most recent unemployment rate, please refer to Four County Labour Market Planning Board’s monthly Unemployment Rate press releases: https://www.planningboard.ca/news/
While a low unemployment rate is often seen as a positive sign of economic health and growth,
QUILL is Offering Free Organizational Needs Assessments Until March 2024
What is an Organizational Needs Assessment (ONA)?
An ONA explores the training needs of a business. It is not an assessment of individual employees. Instead, this process focuses on current training processes, future training needs, and potential gaps that may be impacting overall efficiency or productivity. It is an opportunity to discuss what is working well and where there may be opportunities for additional training now or in the future.
