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“Now I can read, I can communicate and I can use technology… and so the program really really helps me a lot!”
Former Student of the Adult Literacy Skills Development (ALSD) Program
What This Program Offers
- Prepares you for high school credit programs and advanced education and employment.
- Develop your reading, writing and math skills.
- Learn and upgrade your basic computer and technology skills.
- Improve your interpersonal communication skills.
- Increase your confidence in daily tasks, finances and community involvement.
The program is FREE for Ontario residents 18 years of age and older. For individuals whose first language is not English, a CLB 5 (in Speaking/Listening) is recommended for entry.
Discover the Available Training Programs
St. Nicholas Adult High School hosts this program at 893 Admiral Avenue, Ottawa, ON.
• First Aid & CPR Training
September 8 – 12, 2025
• First Aid & CPR Training
November 17 – 21, 2025
• Academic Upgrading (Morning Classes)
September 8 – June 25, 2026
• Academic Upgrading (Afternoon Classes)
September 8 – June 25, 2026
• Virtual Academic Upgrading
September 16 – June 25, 2026
• Virtual Custodial Skills Training
October 27 – December 19, 2025
• Working with School-Aged Kids
September 29 – November 6, 2025
• Soft Skills Solutions
December 1 – 16, 2025
• Independence and Life Skills Program
September 15 – June 25, 2026
• Virtual Preparation for School Bus Driver Training
September 12 – October 17, 2025
Are You Ready to Register?
For information or registration, contact us at 613-224-6281 or email lbs@ocsb.ca.
Please Note
- The collection of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) is mandatory to register with this Employment Ontario program. Employment Ontario programs are free because of funding from the Government of Canada. The Government of Canada uses SIN information to decide your eligibility for our program.
Need More Information? Contact Us
Contact our team for more information or registration at lbs@ocsb.ca or call us at 613-224-6281.

This Employment Ontario program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.