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Record #: ALL0138

Last Modified: 23 Jan 2026

Last Full Update: 22 Jan 2026

Office Phone	705-435-5624 ; Text: 705-896-9928
E-Mail	info@nextstepliteracy.ca
Website	http://eopg.labour.gov.on.ca/en/programs/get-set-%20%20skills-education-and-training/#get-set-program-services
Social Media	Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nextstepliteracy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/next_step_literacy
Primary Contact	Bernie Pitts, Training and Development Manager; Email: bernie@nextstepliteracy.ca
Alternate Contact	Shira Harrison McIntyre, Executive Director; Email: shira@nextstepliteracy.ca

Description (Site)	Cross street: Victoria St and Church St Across from the Circle Theatre and Alliston Library
Site Location	Across from Circle Theatre
Located In Community	New Tecumseth
Address & Map	16 Victoria St E New Tecumseth, ON Canada L9R 1T4 View Google Map
Intersection	Victoria St and Church St
Mailing Address	PO Box 286 New Tecumseth, ON Canada L9R 1T4
Physical Access	Accessible ramp and door.

Description (Service)	Literacy and Basic Skills training including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence Adults looking to upgrade their skills are matched with a tutor for one-to-one assistance. Assistance for those looking for secondary school credit (Adult Learning Centre) support, post-secondary goals, apprenticeship, independence skills and employment skills. People are also assisted to prepare for the PATI, CFAT, college mature student exam, and other entrance and aptitude tests. ESL help is also available.
Hours	Mon-Thu 9 am-9 pm Hours may change due to scheduling changes. Please call to confirm.
Areas Served	Adjala-Tosorontio ; Bradford West Gwillimbury ; Essa ; Innisfil ; New Tecumseth
Eligibility	Ages: 18 year(s) and up Ontario adults aged 18 and older who are employed or unemployed and receive income support, with reading, writing, and math skills below Grade 12 must have facility in English
Application	Assessment required at intake; Call to arrange assessment.
Languages	English
Fees	None

Alternate Name

4503A ; LBS ; LCSS, Skills, Education and Training ; Literacy and Basic Skills

Parent Agency Name	NEXT STEP
Legal Status	(50) Non Profit
Funding	Provincial - Ministry of Labour, Training & Skills Development
Elections	Sep

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