The ABEA presents the annual Leaders in Literacy Awards at our annual Leaders in Literacy Breakfast in June (see below for descriptions and award forms). Click here to see pictures of the last Leaders in Literacy Breakfast.

The ABEA also presents the Kim Brooks Memorial Lifelong Learning Award during the breakfast. Please click here for more information.

The ABEA Lynne Livingstone Memorial Award

This award is presented by the staff of ABEA in memory of a friend and dedicated supporter of the Adult Basic Education Association. This award will be given to those who exemplify the dedication, support and caring nature of Lynne Livingstone.

2011 Recipient: Irene Hubar

The Hamilton Spectator Adult Learner Literacy Award

This award celebrates the achievements of adult learners who exemplify the spirit of lifelong learning. These learners must be 19 years of age or older and meet one of the following criteria

• currently enrolled in a literacy program, adult learning centre, ESL class, special needs program, matrure student in high school, or college preparatory program in Hamilton
• has graduated from eligible programs within the last 6 months

2011 Recipient: Jeffrey Lennox

The ArcelorMittal Dofasco Excellence in Adult Teaching Award

This award is given in recognition of outstanding commitment and dedication by a paid teacher/instructor in the field of adult literacy and basic education within Hamilton.

2011 Recipient: Bruce Belcher

The CIBC World Markets Children's Foundation Individual Early Literacy Education Award

This award was established in 2006 to recognize excellence by an individual involved in early literacy education (ages 0-6).

2011 Recipient: Debbie Lootsma

The Agency Early Literacy Education Award

This award was established in 2006 to recognize excellence by an agency involved in early literacy education (ages 0-6).

2011 Recipient: Early Literacy Hamilton

To view past award recipients click here.

Please download the form and either mail, fax or email it to us (director@abea.on.ca). All nominations are open January 1st and are due February 28th.