The following are our reflections on what all of the foregoing implies in terms of future action around literacy and learning in BC:

10) Acknowledge the Need for and Merit of Multiple Programming Strategies

Programming strategies do and should take a variety of forms. We recommend that all should be acknowledged and valued.

11) Create Stronger Linkages Between Different Providers and Strategies

While multiple programming strategies are essential, there is value in linking them under the notion of a “literacy field” that shares information, collaborates on strategy, and shares a common voice on issues of broader policy. To that end, we offer three recommendations:

Firstly, that stronger information networks and linkages be created among all providers.

Secondly, that bridges be built between such silos of “family literacy”, “adult literacy”, and “workforce literacy” so that all have a well-understood and seamless role in the overall pursuit of “literacy and lifelong learning”.

Thirdly, that the role of Regional Literacy Coordinators be expanded to serve as the glue between all of the multiple programming strategies being implemented in their Region – and that they be adequately resourced to do so.

12) Increase Activity in Literacy for First Nations, “At Risk” Teens, and Those in the Workforce

Based on the delivery gaps that became evident during this consultation, we recommend that three of the audiences for which educators and those in the literacy community have a particular opportunity to develop programming strategies are First Nations communities, “at risk” teens, and those in the workforce.