EPISODE · Feb 12, 2025 · 42 MIN
The Power of Raising Literacy in Canada with Mélanie Valcin
from Insight is Capital™ Podcast
📖 Did you know that nearly 1 in 5 Canadian adults struggles to read a simple sentence?In this eye-opening episode of the Insight is Capital Podcast, host Pierre Daillie sits down with Mélanie Valcin, President & CEO of United for Literacy, to discuss the life-changing impact of literacy on individuals, families, and the Canadian economy.We explore:✅ The hidden literacy crisis in Canada and how it affects employment, health, and civic engagement✅ The $50+ billion GDP boost that raising literacy levels by just 1% could create✅ How United for Literacy is helping individuals overcome barriers and unlock new opportunities✅ The vital role of financial literacy in economic empowerment✅ Ways YOU can help make a difference🎲 Join us for "Game Night for Literacy" on March 5, 2025!📍 Arcadian Loft, TorontoThis fun-filled fundraising event will bring together leaders from the financial industry to support literacy programs across Canada. Play Scrabble, Trivia, Taboo, and more—while making a meaningful impact.🔗 Get your tickets now! 👉 gamenightforliteracy.ca👥 Want to get involved?Volunteer, donate, or learn more at unitedforliteracy.ca🔔 Subscribe for more insightful conversations with thought leaders shaping the future of finance and society.#UnitedForLiteracy #GameNightForLiteracy #FinancialLiteracy #EducationMatters #RaiseTheBar #InsightIsCapital #AdvisorAnalyst #Podcast #LiteracyMatters #Impact #GameOnForLiteracy
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In this eye-opening episode of the Insight is Capital Podcast, host Pierre Daillie sits down with Mélanie Valcin, President & CEO of United for Literacy, to discuss the life-changing impact of literacy on individuals, families, and the Canadian economy.
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