One CSC project, What Works, focused on the retention of OW learners in LBS college programs. It collected considerable data from a variety of stakeholders. These included OW program participants, OW case workers, teachers, counsellors, program managers and regional networks. This project developed and field tested three retention strategies and was completed in 2001.

The mandatory literacy testing of OW clients intensified the need for additional research. There has been a 34% overall increase of Ontario Works participants in LBS programs since last year.

The Project Read Literacy Network recently completed Reaching Out: Supporting Ontario Works Clients in LBS Programs. The project developed and field tested 9 retention strategies with programs in all three sectors.

TASK: Consult Appendix J for a profile of OW clients developed through Phase 1 of What Works. Find out about the impact of OW participants on your LBS program. Are the numbers increasing or decreasing?

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