This spring has been one of changes and transitions for QUILL staff.
Please join us in welcoming our new Executive Director, Peggy Hulley, who begins her term as QUILL’s Executive Director beginning April 1. She takes over the reins from Heather Robinet, who is easing into a well-deserved retirement.
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.
A recent study shows that 49% of Canadians could benefit from upgrading their skills if they want to meet the demands of today’s job market.
Are you wondering whether upgrading your skills would help you find, keep or advance in your job? This includes apprenticeships as well.
Our Skills Review tool is an easy place to start.
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.
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,
These Employment Ontario programs are funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.
