@Strong_Start

A Canadian charity that helps children learn to read by providing unique programs and services through community-wide partnerships in Ontario. #AllChildrenRead

 Waterloo, Ontario
strongstart.ca
Joined February 2013
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Enjoy Strong Start's FREE At-Home Resources: strongstart.ca/athome Designed to be fun and engaging, while building important skills that will assist your child, these games and activities will foster the love of reading for years to come! #AllChildrenRead
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"For as little as 30 minutes per week for just 10 weeks you can help a child learn foundational literacy skills." Become a volunteer coach with #StrongStart's Letters, Sounds and Words program & help a child become a lifelong reader: ow.ly/tI6i50UsOUM #AllChildrenRead
A quote graphic from Caitlin Smith: f you have flex time in your work day, consider becoming a Volunteer Coach in the Letters, Sounds and Words program at a school near your workplace or home office. For as little as 30 minutes per week for just 10 weeks you can help a child learn foundational literacy skills. I can tell you first hand as an employee but also as a Volunteer Coach and as a parent of child who benefited from the program, that it does make a difference.

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As our Executive Assistant, you will support the Senior Leadership Team by efficiently managing their schedules, communications, and administrative tasks. Apply by Feb. 14 at 4 pm. Learn More: strongstart.ca/careers #AllChildrenRead #StrongStart
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Become a Volunteer Coach for our Letters, Sounds and Words program! Volunteers are required to attend a Part 1 and Part 2 training session. In-person and online training options are available throughout February. Learn more: strongstart.ca/training
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A list of online training to become a volunteer coach for Strong Start. Several dates are listed throughout February 2025.

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Strong Start would like to thank the @cityofbrantford for its generous donation in support of our Letters, Sounds and Words program. With your generous support, we are helping give young children in Brantford the gift of reading. #AllChildrenRead #StrongStart
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As our Executive Assistant, you will support the Senior Leadership Team by efficiently managing their schedules, communications, and administrative tasks. Apply by Feb. 14 at 4 pm. Learn More: strongstart.ca/careers #AllChildrenRead #StrongStart
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Visit us at the Brantford Business Trade Show on Thursday, January 23rd at the Affinity Conference Centre (30 Fen Ridge Ct, Brantford). Trade Show: 1-5pm Networking: 5-7pm Both events are free to attend. Register: ow.ly/96Bt50UJNLj
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Become a Volunteer Coach for Strong Start's Letters, Sounds and Words program! In-Person Training: Part 1: Jan. 22 | 10-noon Part 2: Jan. 22 | 1-3pm strongstart.ca/training
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Children with strong early literacy skills are more likely to have success in school and in life. Consider volunteering with Strong Start and contributing to the important cause of children's reading. strongstart.ca/get-involved #AllChildrenRead #StrongStart
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Become a Volunteer Coach for our Letters, Sounds and Words program! In-person & online training options available: strongstart.ca/training *New: In-Person Training at St. Anne Catholic Elementary School (Cambridge) Part 1: Jan. 16 | 6-8pm Part 2: Jan. 23 | 6-8 pm
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This winter season, enjoy Strong Start's FREE At-Home Resources: strongstart.ca/athome Designed to be fun and engaging, while building important skills that will assist your child, these games and activities will foster the love of reading for years to come! #AllChildrenRead
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Become a Volunteer Coach for our Letters, Sounds and Words program! In-person & online training options available: strongstart.ca/training *New: In-Person Training at St. Anne Catholic Elementary School (Cambridge) Part 1: Jan. 16 | 6-8pm Part 2: Jan. 23 | 6-8 pm
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Become a Volunteer Coach for Strong Start's Letters, Sounds and Words program! In-Person Training: Part 1: Jan. 22 | 10-noon Part 2: Jan. 22 | 1-3pm Online Training: Part 1: Jan. 15, 23, 28, 29, 30 Part 2: Jan. 17, 20, 23, 28, 31 strongstart.ca/training #AllChildrenRead
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Imagine a classroom filled with excited #younglearners, each receiving the personalized attention they need to grow their #reading skills. 💭 @Strong_Start brings that imagination to life by supporting and enriching school-based learning. Read more: globalheroes.com/letters-sou…
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There is still time to apply! Strong Start® Charitable Organization is seeking a Marketing and Communications Specialist to join our team and make a difference in young lives: strongstart.ca/careers Apply by Friday, Jan. 10 at 4 pm EST. #AllChildrenRead #StrongStart
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Graphic featuring a photo of three kids sitting on the floor reading. Text says: As the Marketing & Communications Specialist, you'll be the voice that shares our impactful stories with donors, partners, communities, and advocates. Your role will be instrumental in crafting and executing strategies to expand Strong Start's reach across Ontario, positively impacting more young learners.

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Our goal is to bring our Letters, Sounds and Words learn-to-read program to 750 more schools in Ontario in 750 days. If you think your school(s) would benefit from this exciting opportunity, learn more here: 750in750.strongstart.ca/ #AllChildrenRead

750 Schools in 750 Days

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🎉 Happy New Year! Wishing everyone all the best for the year ahead. #AllChildrenRead #StrongStart
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On behalf of the Board of Directors and Staff at Strong Start to Reading, we want to wish our program partners, stakeholders, donors, families and volunteers a joyous holiday season, and a very happy and healthy New Year! 🎉 #AllChildrenRead
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We’re thrilled to celebrate Chris Howlett, a dedicated volunteer and technical advisor at Strong Start, for receiving the King Charles III Coronation Medal! 🏅 Read the full story: ow.ly/CLeI50Uw8yR #StrongStart #KingCharlesMedal #VolunteerSpotlight #CommunityImpact
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Are you passionate about empowering young minds and fostering early literacy? Strong Start® Charitable Organization is seeking a Marketing and Communications Specialist to join our team and make a difference in young lives: strongstart.ca/careers #AllChildrenRead #StrongStart
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