The Importance of reading in a digital world

Although we live in an age of accelerated digital world, research continues to highlight the importance of reading and its benefits. Dr. Robin Bright, professor of education at the University of Lethbridge, explains the benefits of reading and how it has decreased among Canadians.

According to BookNet Canada, of the top 10 leisure and recreational activities performed by Canadians, watching videos/TV is the first activity with 89 percent, while reading or listening to books is the ninth activity with 49 percent.

Heidi Echavarria

Heidi was born in Bogota, Colombia and lived there until she was 18, then she moved to Caracas, Venezuela where she finished her bachelor's degree in journalism. Since 2010 she covered political issues related to the government of former president Hugo Chávez and his political opponents, management, death and transition to a new government. Likewise, Heidi did research, wrote chronicles, reports and news in the social, community, and cultural areas. In 2019, Heidi, along with her husband and three children, moved to Aurora, Ontario where she worked at Teen Challenge Canada. In September 2023, she moved to Lethbridge, Alberta. Heidi also has a diploma in Addictions and Community Health. In 2024, she joined at Bridge City News team as a Video Journalist to produce a wide range of stories including those which are faith based glorifying Jesus Christ.

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