In 2012, an international survey of adult skills needed for success in work and everyday life was completed. Results showed that 45% of British Columbians aged 16 to 65 have difficulty accomplishing some daily living tasks due in part to limited literacy skills. There are likely as many reasons for low literacy as there are students. Online resources and community organizations can help; a major problem lies in finding and persuading those who could benefit to seek assistance. Perhaps an important first step that everyone can take is to help reduce the stigma associated with lower literacy levels.