Tiffany Gordon-Paterson, Executive Director
January Fraser, Program Coordinator
At the ODLC, our mission is to assist and empower adults in our community in upgrading their reading, writing, language, math, computer, and life skills to reach their goals.
We represent a group of dedicated volunteers, tutors, and staff, committed to educating and upgrading adults toward improving their lives and enjoying a better future.
We welcome our newest board member Tanya Kaefer!
Tanya is an associate professor in the Faculty of Education at Lakehead University. She studies the development of knowledge and the cognitive processes involved in reading comprehension. She earned a PhD in Psychology from Duke University in 2009. She loves reading and puzzles, and lets her dachshunds run her life. Tanya moved to Orillia in 2022, and is excited to get to know the community better.
Let us help. We currently have openings for learners.
Call us today 705-327-1253 for details!
TOP 10 REASONS TO COME TO THE ODLC
- YOU ARE NOT ALONE
Did you know that 1 in 3 adults in Ontario need some sort of upgrading to survive in the ever changing world?
The upgrading you receive depends on what you need.
2. INDIVIDUAL ONE-ON-ONE TUTORING
We provide individualized learning plans and tutoring so you only learn what you need.
3. NO CHARGE FOR LEARNING
All of our programs are offered at no cost to the students, with all materials supplied.
4. FLEXIBLE HOURS
You can come in the morning, afternoon, or after work, for as many hours a day as you like.
5. TAKE AS LITTLE OR AS MUCH TIME AS YOU NEED
You may be here for a few weeks or a few months, depending on your need.
6. GET THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO GET A JOB
We offer employment readiness courses with assistance in resumes and filling in applications.
7. SUPPORTIVE, MOTIVATING ENVIRONMENT
We provide all the tools you will need and assist you in any way we can.
8. BUILD YOUR SELF-CONFIDENCE AND BOOST YOUR SELF-ESTEEM
Learning makes you feel better about yourself and gives you the confidence to try new things.
9. INCREASE YOUR INDEPENDENCE
We can provide money math, form filling, and life skills training to make your life easier.
10. ASSISTANCE WITH BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS
We can help you with child care, transportation, housing, or whatever you need to succeed.