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Upgrade your learning

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Our Programs

Unlock your potential.

Empower your future.

Become a learner.

Become a learner.

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Bedford-Sackville Learning Network is committed to addressing the needs of adult learning by providing FREE learner-centered, results-oriented services through small group instruction and one-to-one tutoring.

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Become a volunteer.

Become a volunteer.

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Are you interested in becoming a volunteer tutor? If you have at least 3 hours a week where you would like to help someone improve their abilities in reading, writing, math, science or basic computer skills, please contact us.

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  • "The experience exceeded all my expectations."

    Mohammad H., Learner

  • "You are never too old. This was a positive experience for me and it gave me a sense of accomplishment."

    Robert H., Learner

  • “Becoming involved with BSLN as an adult tutor has been one of the most gainful volunteering experiences I’ve had to date."

    Kathleen L., Tutor

  • "If you put in the work, it is doable for everyone, you just have to try. It is so worth it."

    Annonymous, Learner

  • "Coaching and imparting mathematical acumen and its practical application in daily life has been most rewarding."

    Carl C., Tutor

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How it works

Starting the journey to upgrade your learning is as easy as 1-2-3!

  • First, you will go to the BSLN office to meet with the Director, who will guide you through a brief screening assessment to determine the most suitable program for you.

  • Next, you will meet with the instructor, who will conduct a more focused assessment to determine how best to support you in the classroom. Together, you and the instructor will then develop a learning plan tailored to your needs.

  • By working with the instructor and/or tutor, you’ll be on your way to unlocking your potential and empowering your future through continuous learning.

    If you are part of the CAEC Prep program, the instructor will guide you through the entire process from deciding which of the five testing subjects to begin with, to helping you prepare and register for each test.

    We are here to help you every step of the way!

To register for one of BSLN’s programs, please email hello@bsln.ca or call us at 902-869-3838.

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“You just have to try. It is so worth it.”

-BSLN Learner

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SERVING COMMUNITIES IN

Bedford ● Sackville ● Fall River ● Mount Uniacke ● Hammonds Plains ● Beaver Bank ●

Bedford ● Sackville ● Fall River ● Mount Uniacke ● Hammonds Plains ● Beaver Bank ●

31 years serving the community!

BSLN has offered community-based literacy and CAEC (formerly GED) preparation programs for adults in one-to-one tutoring and classroom-based instruction since 1994. We’ve helped hundreds of adults in that time.

Some adults find their level of education prevents them from getting a good job and wish to work towards their CAEC (high school equivalency certificate). Others may want to write a letter to their family or read a novel for the first time.

Some adults have gone on to receive their CAEC certificate, gaining them entry into trade programs, colleges and universities. Others have used their new knowledge and abilities to help their children do homework. For a variety of reasons, many have rediscovered their self-esteem and self-confidence.

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Our mission

Bedford-Sackville Learning Network is committed to addressing adult learning needs by providing learner-centered, results-oriented services through small group instruction and one-to-one tutoring.

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