Rodger Cuzner at the Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities Committee

On May 23rd, 2013. See this statement in context.

May 23rd, 2013 / 12:55 p.m.

Liberal

Rodger Cuzner Liberal Cape Breton—Canso, NS

Okay. It's a fairly significant drop.

Adult literacy is a hurdle. For many people, and for older people in particular, it's a barrier to upgrading their skills, accessing training, and accessing work.

There's been a cut. Over the last six years, the funding for adult literacy has gone from about $40 million annually to $20 million annually.

Do you want to make a comment on the impact of literacy on job opportunities for older workers?

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