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Congratulations 2018 Graduates!
Congratulations to all PLLC graduates who are receiving their high school diploma on Friday, June 22, 2018. Convocation ceremony takes place at Canad Inns in
Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
PLLC and Southern Health have partnered to help community members complete their Income Taxes for 2017. People can complete their taxes in the following ways; Appointments

New “Manage Your Money” Workshop Schedule Released
Join us for any or all of the “Manage Your Money” workshops at the Portage Learning and Literacy Centre. Trained facilitators provide valuable insight using

The Human Library series at the Portage Regional Library
Join us for this free activity to listen, learn and interact with an interesting person with their own story to tell through the human library

Newcomer Information Session – Canada Revenue Agency
Everyone is encouraged to attend this presentation by the Canada Revenue Agency on Tuesday, October 24th at 6:30pm. By attending this workshop, you will be

Employment Assistance Services Workshop Schedule!
Join our amazing Employment Consultant as she facilitates several important workshops this fall. The next workshop – “Conducting an Effective Job Search” is now on Tuesday, November 21st

Register Today for the Mature 12 High School Diploma Program!
Did you know that you can attain your Grade 12 diploma or take prerequisite courses for College or University entrance through the Portage Learning and

Summer Youth Engagement Program for Newcomer Youth
The Portage Learning and Literacy Centre is pleased to offer a new summer program for newcomer youth starting this week! Newcomer youth between the ages

We are seeking donations for the Community Clothes Cupboard
Our Community Clothes Cupboard is volunteer-run service providing free business and semi-formal work attire for our clients and students entering or participating in the workforce. We

Join us for Winterfest 2017!
This year’s Winterfest will take place on Sunday, February 19th at the BDO Centre for the Community. The event runs from 2:30pm to 4:30pm, with a

New EAS Workshop Schedule Released!
Be sure to check out these free workshops to help you search for and attain employment! Our first workshop – Outstanding Interviews – takes place on Wednesday, January 18th

Second Semester for Mature 12 starts January 31 – Register Today!
Make 2017 the year you go back to school and get your high school diploma! The Portage Learning and Literacy Centre offers the 8 credit

Newcomers’ Holiday Celebration on December 20th
The Newcomers’ Welcome Centre is once again organizing a multicultural celebration of Christmas and the holiday season. This year’s event will take place at the

Upcoming EAS Workshop – How to Write a Cover Letter
Be sure to attend the upcoming Employment Assistance Services workshop on Wednesday, November 23 at 1:30pm, upstairs at the Portage Learning and Literacy Centre! This

Community Clothes Cupboard – NOW OPEN!
If you are entering or re-entering the workforce and you’re in need of gently used work or business attire, feel free to stop by our