We are here to help adults in our community bridge gaps in their reading, writing, math and computer skills, use these skills in everyday living, reach their own goals and improve their self-esteem.

We achieve this through matching our students with dedicated tutors and using teaching methods that best suit each individual student. The Barrie Literacy Council is committed to training volunteers for the position of tutor and provides on-going support.

Other volunteer positions are also available on our Board.

Our mission is to inspire young people to pursue further studies and careers in the field of science, technology and engineering. Our vision is of a world which celebrates success in science, technology and engineering and in which young people dream of becoming science and technology heroes. We pursue our mission primarily through running robotics competitions for school-age students at the elementary, junior high school and senior high school level.

Through digitally-enabled, in-school and after-school learning, JA students gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to realize the opportunities, and realities, of work, school, and life.

JA experiences and events empower young people to think about and plan their futures, supported by our network of educators, corporate partners and volunteers. JA students consider how the career paths they take, the financial decisions they make – and perhaps the companies they create – will be not only successful, but also have positive social and environmental impact.

Students benefit on this journey from the mentorship and inspiration of our JA network – professionals who share real-world experience of navigating, shaping, and re-shaping their own stories.

We provide students in York Region with free educational resources in a safe and supporting environment that inspires, motivates and sets the foundation for personal growth. Our programs are tailored to all ages and skill levels to meet students' needs.

We offer programs to learn English, French, Mandarin and more. STEAM programs are all offered here, in a welcoming group environment to help students thrive.

We’re partnering with school boards, libraries, and educational companies across York Region to provide students with access to the best programs possible, without paying a single cent. We offer a variety of classes for students, adults, and seniors.