Canada Post literacy awards need nominees

Nominations are now open for the 2008 Canada Post Community Literacy Awards. This national program celebrates the remarkable efforts of individual Canadians and educators who have contributed to the advancement of literacy in their communities. Canadians have until May 23 to nominate deserving candidates.

Lillian Moores, from Grand Falls-Windsor Newfoundland, understands the value of this confidence and instills it in her students. In her 15 years as an instructor and advocate, Lillian has helped individual students, developed trainer courses, produced a video to promote literacy, and serves on the Boards of Laubach Literacy and Literacy Newfoundland Labrador. As two of the winners from the 2007 awards, Yinghua's and Lillian's dedication are testaments to the role literacy plays in a productive Canadian society.

"The power of literacy triumphs again and again in the inspiring stories of last year's Canada Post Community Literacy Awards winners," says Robert Waite, senior vice president of corporate social responsibility at Canada Post.

"But we know there are other stories to share and more dedicated people who are equally deserving of this recognition. I encourage anyone who knows a literacy hero - and they are in every community - to nominate them today."

This year marks the 16th edition of the awards. Prizes and awards are presented at ceremonies that take place across the country in the fall; winners in the Individual

Achievement Award category will receive $300 and a Certificate of Achievement. Educator Award category winners each receive $500 and a Certificate of Achievement.

Anyone interested in submitting a nomination can visit www.canadapost.ca/literacyawards.

Nomination booklets can be obtained by writing to The 2008 Canada Post Community Literacy Awards, 2701 Riverside Drive Suite N0020, Ottawa, Ontario. The postal code is K1A 0B1.