Released on September 8, 2014
In celebration of International Literacy Day, Education Minister Don Morgan has proclaimed September 8, 2014, as Literacy Day in Saskatchewan.
“I’m pleased that Saskatchewan will once again join in celebrating the International Day of Literacy and that we’re highlighting the important role that literacy plays in the quality of life in our province,” Morgan said. “Strong literacy skills foster life-long learning, set the basis for skill development and encourage civic engagement which will help us reach the targets in the Plan for Growth.”
The Saskatchewan Literacy Network (SLN) is an important partner in providing literacy leadership in Saskatchewan. The SLN receives funding from the Government of Saskatchewan for a variety of programming including adult, community and family literacy programs.
"As the SLN celebrates its 25th anniversary, we are committed to supporting literacy and learning for life in Saskatchewan,” SLN Executive Director Karen Rosser said. "Literacy is about how we learn and grow, prepare for a constantly changing world and workplace and interact with society and our communities.”
The proclamation of Literacy Day in Saskatchewan acknowledges the tradition started by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) nearly 50 years ago. Since 1965, UNESCO has been celebrating Literacy Day by reminding the international community that literacy is a human right and is foundational for all learning.
For more information on the Government of Saskatchewan’s initiatives to improve literacy, visit www.education.gov.sk.ca/literacy.
In celebration of the proclamation of this day in Saskatchewan, several events have been planned across the province. For more information, please visit the SLN website at www.sk.literacy.ca/index.html.
For information regarding International Literacy Day, visit www.unesco.org/new/en/unesco/events/prizes-and-celebrations/celebrations/international-days/literacy-day/.
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For more information, contact:
Kelly Johnston
Education
Regina
Phone: 306-787-1069
Email: kelly.johnston@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-787-7506