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Empowering adults. Strengthening communities.

East York Learning Experience empowers adults to reach their full potential through literacy, numeracy and digital learning that builds confidence, independence and opportunity.

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We are the established leader in one-to-one adult literacy in East Toronto.

 

Since 1987, we have helped over 1800 adults across Toronto reach their goals through free, personalized literacy, numeracy and digital skills programs.

Key Programs

One-on-One Tutoring

Personalized weekly sessions with trained volunteer tutors, tailored to your learning goals.

Group Classes

Interactive in-person classes and workshops in a supportive learning environment.

Online Workshops

Free online workshops on practical topics that build confidence and everyday skills.

Testimonials

“The tutors in the computer café helped me reach my goal. It’s a wonderful program & I learned a lot today!”

– Computer Café Participant

Testimonials

“I learned things in computers I have always wanted to learn! Everyone here is so kind and helpful!“

– Computer Basics Participant

 

Testimonials

“East York Learning Experience has consistently helped adults gain the literacy skills they need to become independent, educated and employed. This is an incredible small charity that is cost-effectively changing lives.”

– Greg Thomson, Research Director | Charity Intelligence Canada

Testimonials

“A highlight is seeing a concept click, and the person I am tutoring really understand the concept, but even more rewarding is the time when you are able to see the concept being used in real time.”

– Rizu P | Volunteer Tutor

Testimonials

“It’s such a pleasure seeing the happiness in students when they begin to master subjects that have previously challenged them.”

– David W. | Volunteer Tutor

Testimonials

“What keeps me involved is the collaboration with students who are determined to work towards their literacy goals. I also appreciate (and need) the support of the staff here who show us resources, develop learning plans, and customize approaches to learning.”

– Marg W. | Volunteer Tutor

Testimonials

“The tutors in the computer café helped me reach my goal. It’s a wonderful program & I learned a lot today!”

– Computer Café Participant

“I learned things in computers I have always wanted to learn!
Everyone here is so kind and helpful!“

– Computer Basics Participant

“East York Learning Experience has consistently helped adults gain the literacy skills they need to become independent, educated and employed. This is an incredible small charity that is cost-effectively changing lives.“

– Greg Thomson, Research Director | Charity Intelligence Canada

“A highlight is seeing a concept click, and the person I am tutoring really understand the concept, but even more rewarding is the time when you are able to see the concept being used in real time.“

– Rizu P | Volunteer Tutor

“It’s such a pleasure seeing the happiness in students when they begin to master subjects that have previously challenged them.“

– David W. | Volunteer Tutor

“What keeps me involved is the collaboration with students who are determined to work towards their literacy goals. I also appreciate (and need) the support of the staff here who show us resources, develop learning plans, and customize approaches to learning.“

– Marg W. | Volunteer Tutor

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Land Acknowledgement

Our Commitment to Reconciliation

At East York Learning Experience, we’re honoured to do our work on the traditional territory of many Indigenous nations, including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat Peoples. Today, this land—East York, part of Tkaronto (Toronto)—continues to be home to many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

As educators and literacy advocates, we honour the enduring knowledge systems, languages, and oral traditions of Indigenous communities. We recognize the transformative power of words and stories—and we are committed to listening, learning, and contributing to truth, reconciliation, and respectful relationships.