In 2007, the Centre for Family Literacy established the Lois Hole Memorial Literacy Awards in memory of our beloved patron, the Honourable Dr. Lois E. Hole.

Mrs. Hole had long been one of Alberta's strongest advocates for literacy. Whether reading Robert Munsch to a lively group of children or making a passionate speech to the leaders of our province or our nation, Mrs. Hole always championed literacy and education.

The Lois Hole Memorial Achievement Awards honour individuals, organizations or businesses that have demonstrated a commitment to literacy in Alberta.


The Award Categories

Thank you for your nominations for the fourth annual Lois Hole Memorial Literacy Awards that will be awarded at the Leading with Literacy Breakfast on Wednesday, January 27, 2010. For information on the awards and the criteria, please click here.

Lois Hole Learner Award recognizing an outstanding individual in one of the Centre's adult or family literacy programs who has shown a commitment to his/her own learning and/or that of his/her child(ren). Click here for the nomination form.

Lois Hole Community Leadership Award recognizing an outstanding individual, business or group who reflects the Centre's mission and values and has, through their efforts, demonstrated an ongoing commitment to family literacy in Alberta. Click here for the nomination form.


The awards are presented each January at the Centre's annual Family Literacy Day breakfast.

2010 Winners - click here

2009 Winners - click here

2008 Winners - click here

2007 Winners - click here