Literacy Ontario Central South, Peterborough, ON

LOCS Our Staff Joan Connolly - Executive Director LOCS is one of 16 regional literacy networks in Ontario that supports and promotes the work of adult literacy agencies. The LOCS Region includes City of Kawartha Lakes, Haliburton, Northumberland, Peterborough and Renfrew Counties. Vision Statement: To ensure all adult learners have access to essential literacy and basic skill training needed to prosper and lead a fulfilling life. Mission Statement: To support the provision of quality adult literacy services that are innovative, collaborative and responsive to identified needs in Haliburton, Northumberland, Peterborough and Renfrew counties & the City of Kawartha Lakes. Core Values Leadership: LOCS strives to be a champion for adult literacy in our region, providing quality, trusted service and support to Ontario's Employment and Training Network as well as expanded community partners in all five LOCS counties. LOCS believes in candid dialogue, informed decision making, courageous leadership and continuous improvement. We support, promote and strengthen adult literacy services through communication, research and public education. Client Orientation: We place the needs of adult literacy learners first in all we do. We believe that all adult learners should have access to relevant opportunities to enhance their lives through lifelong learning Teamwork: We listen to and collaborate with our literacy partners, ensuring that any service they offer is relevant to a community's needs and expectations. We believe teamwork leverages our individual strengths.