People, Words & Change is a free one-on-one Literacy and Essential Skills program for adults in Ottawa, Ontario. Our volunteer tutors help adult learners reach their goals. Learn the essential skills needed to find and keep a job, further your education, or read and write more independently.

ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING
You can:

- meet your tutor once a week at a time and place that suits you both
- work on your learning goals at your own pace
- learn how you learn best

LITERACY AND SKILLS
Your tutor can help you with:

- reading and comprehension
- spelling and grammar
- sentence and paragraph writing
- filling in forms
- writing notes, messages, and letters
- reading and writing job-related materials

COMPUTER LAB
Learn how to:

- use a keyboard
- send emails
- fill in online forms
- search the Internet
- use online learning programs
- write résumés and cover letters
- use online job banks

VOLUNTEERING

Volunteer tutors form the backbone of our organization. We welcome inquiries from those who are interested.

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