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also Welcome's a New Executive Director
Kim Oastler is also's new Executive Director. She has been part of the also team for 5 years and a driving force behind many of our programs. The board, staff, and students look forward to the year ahead and wish Kim all the best in her new position.
Isobel Bibsy, also's outgoing Executive Director, retired in the fall. She has worked in adult and family literacy for 17 years including 8 years with also. Isobel has been an inspirational leader at also, in our community at Heartwood House, and provincially through many councils and committees. Recently, Isobel was recognized for her significant contribution to literacy when she received the Frances Lever Memorial Award. This provincial award honours selfless commitment to adult literacy. Thank you, Isobel, for your dedication, enthusiasm, and motivating leadership.
NEW! also Gift Cards Ready for Sale
also's stunning cards are on sale now! The cards are perfect for seasonal greetings, thank you's, and keeping in touch. The beautiful designs, highlighting Ottawa's natural beauty, were created by also students at a workshop inspired by Random Acts of Poetry and Terry-Ann Carter.
A set of 10 cards costs only $15 and 100% of the proceeds go directly into also's literacy programs.
Thank you for your continued support. To find out more about our gift cards, click here.