Is literacy such a big issue in Canada? How many people are illiterate?
Literacy is a major issue impacting all Canadians. Literacy cannot be defined by whether an individual can read or not. Comprehension and application of what one reads in their everyday life through family and workplace are key indicators. Studies have uncovered that a starling 42% of adult Canadians struggle with low levels of literacy. As the private sector voice championing adult literacy, ABC CANADA is committed to raising awareness of the adult literacy cause. National initiatives like Family Literacy Day help us do just that.
