• Information Technology (IT) Solutions

Expiration: November 9, 2031. There are no extension terms available on this agreement.

Literacy Digital Tool Systems, Research Digital Tool Systems, and Related Services

OECM’s Literacy Digital Tool Systems, Research Digital Tool Systems, and Related Services agreement provides access to secure, curriculum-aligned digital learning tools for Ontario’s elementary and secondary education environments (K-12).

The agreement supports literacy and research instruction through inclusive, age-appropriate digital tools, available in English and French. Customers benefit from intuitive, privacy-compliant systems, built-in insights to support teaching and learning, accessibility features that support diverse learners, and professional supplier support and training.

This agreement is part of the Digital Learning Tools offering available to Ontario’s education sector through OECM and has been developed in consultation with the Ministry of Education (MEDU), Educational Computing Network of Ontario (ECNO), and various District School Boards across the province.

This agreement is a re-tender of the Literacy Digital Tools and Research Digital Tools (#2020-366) agreement. Any signed Customer-Supplier Agreement (CSA) under the Literacy Digital Tools and Research Digital Tools (#2020-366) agreement remains valid until August 25, 2026. To sign on to the re-tendered agreement, please complete a new CSA with your preferred awarded supplier(s). If customers require any documents from the previous agreements, please contact our dedicated Customer Support team at customersupport@oecm.ca.

Awarded Supplier Partners

   Click on an awarded supplier partner’s name, ordered alphabetically in the column on the left, to view complete supplier details, contact information, geographical locations serviced, as well as relevant agreement documents including the Master Agreement (MA), Customer-Supplier Agreement (CSA), price lists, and other related materials, as applicable.

Categories Offered:

Category A: Literacy Digital Tools System

Category B: Research Digital Tool System

Geographical Locations:
* Supplier offerings are available throughout Ontario
Supplier Address:

203-75 First Street
Orangeville, Ontario L9W 5B6
Canada
https://www.mcintyre.ca/

Key Contact:

Peter Whyte

President

(800) 565-3036 ext. 1231

Categories Offered:

Category A: Literacy Digital Tools System

Geographical Locations:
* Supplier offerings are available throughout Ontario
Supplier Address:

120 Adelaide Street East
Toronto, Ontario M5C 1K9
Canada
https://www.vretta.com/

Key Contact:

Shoeb Mozammel

Director of Partnerships

(416) 888-2011 ext. 118

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For the Vetting of Application Security & Privacy (VASP) assessment results, please reach out to Chris Dale, Director of Security Services, Educational Collaborative Network of Ontario (ECNO) at chrisdale@ecno.org.

What You’ll Get

Access to offerings under two categories: Category A – Literacy Digital Tools System, and Category B – Research Digital Tools System.

Curriculum-Aligned and Inclusive Learning

  • Digital tools aligned with the Ministry of Education (MEDU) Language and Literacy curriculum for English and French elementary and secondary levels under the following educational groupings:
    • Kindergarten to Grade 3
    • Grades 4 to 6
    • Grades 7 to 8
    • Grades 9 to 12
  • Support for all areas of literacy, including reading, writing, speaking, listening, representing, and critical thinking
  • Age-appropriate, interactive content reflecting diverse cultures and voices
  • Built-in assessment tools, inquiry-based resources aligned with the Together for Learning framework
  • Compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) standards
  • Accessibility features such as audio support, glossaries, translation, and assistive technology compatibility

User Experience and Learning Insights

  • Intuitive, visually consistent systems accessible on any device
  • Single Sign-On (SSO) support through Microsoft, Google, and D2L, with 24/7 availability and minimal downtime
  • Built-in dashboards that provide actionable insights and real-time data into usage trends, progress, assessments, and achievements for administrators, educators, and students

Security, Support, and Responsibility

  • Secure systems that meet Ontario and Canadian privacy requirements
  • Alignment with leading cybersecurity standards, including National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 27001, and SOC 2
  • Ongoing supplier-provided support, including training, system updates, and business continuity services
  • Consideration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles to minimize environmental and social impact where applicable

Procurement Value and Efficiency

  • Flexible procurement access to purchase Literacy Digital Tool Systems, Research Digital Tool Systems, and related services aligned with your organization’s specific requirements
  • Reduced need for ongoing competitive procurement processes through pre-qualified suppliers
  • Competitive volume-discount pricing helps maximize value for money

How to Get Started

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Products and Services

  • Assessment Tools
  • Data Dashboards
  • Digital Learning Tools
  • Research Digital Tools
  • Training and Customer Support
  • Digital Learning Tools

Sector Availability

  • Other
  • School Board

Project Advisors

  • Educational Computing Network of Ontario (ECNO)
  • Peel District School Board
  • York Catholic District School Board

Feedback

SRP Customer Satisfaction Survey

As a valued customer with direct purchasing experience with our Supplier Partners, your feedback in the Supplier Recognition Program is crucial. Customer feedback is one of the focus areas used for SRP evaluations and survey (Net Promoter Score, NPS) is used for a customer feedback mechanism. The survey includes the list of suppliers who are eligible to participate in each year’s SRP. Survey result will be collected and shared back with the supplier partner by OECM.

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Early Reading Screening Tools

Reading screening tools • Score reports • Progress monitoring • Universal screening • Online administration • Individual administration
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Systematic and Explicit Evidence-Based Reading…

Structured Reading Programs • Small Group Intensive Interventions • Most Intensive Small Group or Individualized Interventions • Literacy Support for Students with Special Education Needs • Evidence-Based Content • Scripts • Algorithms • and Methodologies • Reading Instructional Kits and Fulfillment Materials • Digital Reading Tools and Online Platforms • Professional Development and Educator Training • Implementation Support Services • Reading Assessments and Diagnostic Tools

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