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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, Dan chats with Alix Adrien, a lifelong educator and President of the Quebec Board of Black Educators (QBBE), a nonprofit education and research institution committed to raising awareness on educational bias, as well as providing academic support and opportunities to communities of colour. Dan chats with Alix about his journey and experiences as a lifelong educator, issues Black-Quebecers have historically faced (and continue to) in the education system, and more! Quebec Board of Black Educators (QBBE) website: https://qbbe.ca/ More on Literacy Quebec: Have questions or need help? Contact Literacy Quebec's Literacy Helpline or call 1-888-521-8181. Jump onto www.literacyquebec.org for events and to find what literacy services our members can offer you or someone you know. What's Literacy? is a podcast for English-speaking listeners and learners interested in everything and anything to do with literacy in Quebec and beyond. Follow our host Dan as he explores community building, lifelong learning, and multiple types of literacy through his interviews with a range of special guests. Subscribe, share our podcast, and write to us at info@literacyquebec.org, call us at 514-508-6805. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @LiteracyQuebec Special thanks: Podcast Theme Music ‘No Math’ by Cú: Jaan Eerik Priks & Brian Francis Devaney…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedCyndi Owen is a social worker, and has worked in the Public Health and Social Services field for about 15 years. Throughout her career, she has garnered comprehensive knowledge on the topic of boundaries and self-care. In this episode, Jessica speaks with Cyndi about why boundaries and self-care are important in maintaining better mental health, as well as what these terms mean. More on Literacy Quebec: Have questions or need help? Contact Literacy Quebec's Literacy Helpline or call 1-888-521-8181 Jump onto www.literacyquebec.org for events and to find what literacy services our members can offer you or someone you know. What's Literacy? is a podcast for English-speaking listeners and learners interested in everything and anything to do with literacy in Quebec and beyond. Our host Jessica Leahy from Literacy Quebec explores community building, lifelong learning, and multiple types of literacy through their interviews with a range of special guests. Subscribe, share our podcast, and write to us at podcast@literacyquebec.org, call us at 514-508-6805. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @LiteracyQuebec Special thanks: Podcast Theme Music ‘No Math’ by Cú: Jaan Eerik Priks & Brian Francis Devaney…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMatthew Johnson Director of Education from Media Smarts joins Niamh to talk about Media Literacy Week. Media Literacy Week - October 23rd - 27th "Media Literacy Week is an annual event promoting digital media literacy across Canada, taking place each October. Schools, libraries, museums and community groups organize events and activities throughout the week." Digital Citizen Day - October 25, 2023 House Hippos More on Literacy Quebec: Have questions or need help? Contact Literacy Quebec's Literacy Helpline or call 1-888-521-8181 Jump onto www.literacyquebec.org for events and to find what literacy services our members can offer you or someone you know. What's Literacy? is a podcast for English-speaking listeners and learners interested in everything and anything to do with literacy in Quebec and beyond. Our hosts, Niamh Devaney and Jessica Leahy from Literacy Quebec explore community building, lifelong learning, and multiple types of literacy through their interviews with a range of special guests. Subscribe, share our podcast, and write to us at podcast@literacyquebec.org, call us at 514-508-6805. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @LiteracyQuebec Special thanks: Podcast Theme Music ‘No Math’ by Cú: Jaan Eerik Priks & Brian Francis Devaney…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLiteracy Quebec team member, Jessica Leahy interviews Jael Richardson. Jael Richardson bio : Jael Richardson is the author of three books: The Stone Thrower: A Daughter’s Lesson, a Father’s Life (also adapted into a children’s book), Gutter Child, and Because You Are. She also founded and serves as the executive director of the FOLD, the Festival of Literary Diversity. The FOLD is Canada’s first festival for diverse writers, giving a platform to underrepresented voices through panels, discussions, workshops, and more! Jael Richardson website, where you can order Jael’s books: http://www.jaelrichardson.com/ The FOLD website: https://thefoldcanada.org/ The FOLD linktree: https://linktr.ee/thefold_ More on Literacy Quebec: Have questions or need help? Contact Literacy Quebec's Literacy Helpline or call 1-888-521-8181 Jump onto www.literacyquebec.org for events and to find what literacy services our members can offer you or someone you know. What's Literacy? is a podcast for English-speaking listeners and learners interested in everything and anything to do with literacy in Quebec and beyond. Our hosts, Niamh Devaney and Jeff Taylor from Literacy Quebec explore community building, lifelong learning, and multiple types of literacy through their interviews with a range of special guests. Subscribe, share our podcast, and write to us at podcast@literacyquebec.org, call us at 514-508-6805. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @LiteracyQuebec Special thanks: Podcast Theme Music ‘No Math’ by Cú: Jaan Eerik Priks & Brian Francis Devaney…
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1 Episode 69 - David A. Robertson - Canadian author and public speaker - Land Acknowledgements - Indigenous authors 31:06
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1 Episode 68 - Liz Wheeler - Co-Founder of SecondhandStories.ca - NPO & Animal Microsanctuary 30:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLiz Wheeler is the co-founder non-profit and micro animal sanctuary Secondhand Stories ( https://www.secondhandstories.ca ), based in Lombardy, ON. In this episode of What's Literacy? Jeff talks to Liz about her resident sanctuary rescue chickens, how books are helping raise the funds needed to care for the animals, how and why she got started, and how listeners of the podcast can support their efforts. Listeners are encouraged to follow all of the adventures taking place on the sanctuary as well as support Second Hand Stories by either donating or buying books through their online shop. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/secondhandstories_/ https://www.facebook.com/secondhandstoriesmicrosanctuary Online Book Shop: https://www.secondhandstories.ca/shop How you can help: https://www.secondhandstories.ca/donate Links to organizations and associations mentioned during the Podcast: Sweets Sanctuary: https://www.facebook.com/sweetsanctuaryanimalrescue More on Literacy Quebec: Have questions or need help? Contact Literacy Quebec's Literacy Helpline or call 1-888-521-8181 Jump onto www.literacyquebec.org for events and to find what literacy services our members can offer you or someone you know. What's Literacy? is a podcast for English-speaking listeners and learners interested in everything and anything to do with literacy in Quebec and beyond. Our hosts, Niamh Devaney and Jeff Taylor from Literacy Quebec explore community building, lifelong learning, and multiple types of literacy through their interviews with a range of special guests. Subscribe, share our podcast, and write to us at podcast@literacyquebec.org, call us at 514-508-6805. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @LiteracyQuebec Special thanks: Podcast Theme Music ‘No Math’ by Cú: Jaan Eerik Priks & Brian Francis Devaney…
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