Free one-on-one tutoring to adults who struggle
with reading and writing in English, all at a pace that
suits the learner.
More than 1000 volunteer hours are given each year to our non-profit organization and the people we serve.
Learner centered, tutor driven. Since 1978.
Who we serve
Adult Literacy Fredericton (ALF) serves all adults in the greater Fredericton area. Born and raised in the region or newcomers.
You may have quit school early, have a learning disability, or want to learn a second language (English only).
Our tutors are friendly, patient, and dedicated to the success of their learners.
Service is totally free. Always.
We are here to help.
No judgment, confidential and in total respect of your privacy.
Mission
Changing lives through literacy by offering free one-on-one tutoring to adults.
Vision
All adults have the opportunity to develop their literacy skills.
Since 1978
The Literacy Council of Fredericton was founded in 1978 based on the philosophy the literacy pioneer and missionary, Frank Laubach whose materials incorporated vocabulary development and comprehensive exercises. Dr. Laubach’s challenge “Each one teach one” continues as a challenge today.
In the mid-1980s, three new programs (Challenger, Endeavor, Voyager) were added to challenge more advanced learners. In the meantime, a demand for English as a Second Language(ESL) tutoring grew, and after volunteers were trained, the program was introduced in 2004.
The first President was Joyce Astle (1978-1983) and the first Student-Tutor Co-Ordinator was Dib Watson (1978-1979). In 2005 the position of Student-Tutor Co-Ordinator and Office Manager were combined and in 2016 the title was changed to Executive Director.
In 2015, the organization changed its name to Adult Literacy Fredericton (ALF).
Today, ALF is located at 874 York Street, Fredericton where a classroom and a library are offered for free to its learners.
More than 1000 hours are provided by volunteers each year.
Our Patron
We are deeply grateful for the trust, support and engagement of the Honourable Louise Imbeault, Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick as patron of Adult Literacy Fredericton. (Learn More)
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Hon. Louise Imbeault ,
Lieutenant Governor
of New Brunswick
Our Tutors are Everything
Since 1978, our organization relies on the dedication of volunteers tutors to carry ALF's mission.
Thousands of adults in the region have benefited from our support. One at a time. Always.
We want to believe that our learners have grown into more active and engaged individuals in our community. Their acquired literacy skills will carry them a long way.
Thank you to our tutors.
Board of Directors 2025
President - Dan Horsman
Vice President - Mo Kinlad
Secretary - Lisa O'Blenis
Treasurer - Kaely Scott
Director - Vivian Farrar
Director - Joan Somerville
Director - Alexis LeFait
Director - Meghan Jagoe
Director - Vinita Achankunju
Director- Aricie Coq
Executive Director - Pierre Beaule