Join Us for an Inspiring Day of Learning, Laughter, and Connection
Last year’s in-person Literacy Service Plan meeting was a day filled with learning, shared stories, laughter, and great conversations. The energy in the room reminded us how powerful it can be when people working in literacy, employment, and community programs come together with a shared goal.
This year, we are excited to be gathering once again — and we can’t wait to welcome familiar faces and new colleagues. If you’re looking for professional development, new ideas, real strategies, and a great connections, this event is for you.
Not only is this a chance to learn, it’s an opportunity to recharge, reconnect, and return to your work with renewed sense of purpose — and maybe even a few new connections.
And the best part? There is no cost to attend, and lunch is included.
📅 Event Details
Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Doors open at 9:00 AM for coffee, snacks, and networking)
Location: Baxter Creek Golf Club, 1702 Cedar Valley Road, Fraserville, Ontario
To pre-register, contact Carrie Wakeford at
What to Expect
🌟 Keynote: Humour, Resilience & Change with Paul Huschilt
Professional speaker, wellness expert, and Canadian Speaking Hall of Fame inductee, Paul Huschilt will help us explore well-being, stress, and change through the power of humour. Prepare to laugh, learn, and walk away with tools you can use in both your professional and personal life.
You’ll discover how to:
• De-stress and boost your resilience
• Reframe challenges and stay positive
• Apply humour for health, connection, and motivation
• Understand your response to change and adapt effectively
🤝 Supporting Indigenous Clients & Learners
Jason Gilbert from the Peterborough Native Learning Program will share his knowledge and practical strategies for culturally sensitive and supportive learning environments.
🌍 World Café: Ideas in Action
New this year, our World Café will bring people together in rotating small-group discussions focused on real challenges and collective solutions. Expect creativity, curiosity, and conversation.
🍽️ Lunch & Networking
Enjoy a delicious lunch while connecting with colleagues from across the region.
🔍 Getting Ahead: A Participant-Centered Experience
Learn about the Getting Ahead program from those who have lived it. Step into the role of an investigator and hear directly from program graduates about how the experience can create real and lasting change.
💼 Employer Needs Panel
We’ll wrap up the day with an interactive panel focused on what employers are currently looking for — including expectations, transferable skills, and emerging workplace trends.
Why You Should Join Us
This day is about community, collaboration, and progress. When we invest in our own learning and well-being, we improve the learning experience for others — and that’s where real change begins.
We hope you’ll join us for a day that is informative, energizing, and full of meaningful conversation. Together, we can build stronger support systems for learners, job seekers, employers, and our communities.
Contact me if you have questions or would like to register:
I hope you are as excited as we are!
