Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Conversation
The Conversation
Lifestyle
Matthias Sturm, PhD candidate in Education, Simon Fraser University

To really narrow digital divides, Canada should consistently fund adult education programs

Many adults need help with digital access and literacy, and sustained funding is needed. (Shutterstock)

Meaningful internet access goes beyond having easy and everyday access to broadband internet and digital devices. Equally important is whether Canadians can use their digital access for their benefit. That depends on their ability to acquire and apply the skills necessary to navigate the online world.

Many adults across the country face daily challenges with accessing and finding what they need online, reflecting a three-tiered digital divide. This divide describes differences in how people get connected, how they regularly use online resources and obtain what they need.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.