New to Gateway? All workshops and events are free.

Need help? Call us at 780-454-0701 (Edmonton), 587-779-7888 (Calgary) or email info@gatewayassociation.ca 

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FRC Workshops: Family Resource Centre workshops & information sessions

Mentorability Alberta Current events and partnerships with Gateway Association

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  • Practice Session- Basic Game Designing with Scratch

    Scratch, is a beginner-level programming environment. It was developed at the MIT Media Lab and shared as an open-source (and FREE) resource for people to dip their toes into the world of code. No computer science or coding experience is required just bring your imagination.  Participants will be able to create stories, games, and animations […]

  • In Person- Families Forward, Over 18

    Families Forward, Over 18     Thursday, April 27 7pm – 9pm | Zoom Monthly meeting for families with loved ones over 18 with disabilities. Where families can connect with other […]

  • Zoom Basics

    Session: 1 of 1 Duration: 1 hr Facilitator: Toby Private - GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca Learn what you need to know to participate in online Zoom meetings. Explore all the cool features of the program, practice your digital skills and build your zoom social skills.

  • Google Drive (1/2)

    Session: 1 of 2 Duration: 1 hr Facilitator: Lee Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca Learn how to create a google accounts, access google drive, upload files, create folders, search for files. Group discussion on cloud storage, strong passwords, file naming conventions and keeping documents and folders organized.

  • Introduction to Coding with Scratch

    Scratch, is a beginner-level programming environment. It was developed at the MIT Media Lab and shared as an open-source (and FREE) resource for people to dip their toes into the world of code. No computer science or coding experience is required just bring your imagination.  Participants will be able to create stories, games, and animations they […]

  • Google Drive (2/2)

    Session: 2 of 2 Duration: 1 hr Facilitator: Lee Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca   Learn how to create a google accounts, access google drive, upload files, create folders, search for files. Group discussion on cloud storage, strong passwords, file naming conventions and keeping documents and folders organized.

  • LinkedIn Profiles (2/3)

    Session: 2 of 3 Duration: 1 hr Facilitator: Toby Private - GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca Build your own LinkedIn profile! Share your skills, goals, and experiences, create job alerts, and grow your online network.

  • OSC Boardgames

    Session: 1 of 1 Duration: 1.5 to 2 hr Facilitator: Lee Private - GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop signup: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca . **Requires Online Social Connections - Discord and Steam Tutorials as well as desktop or laptop computer.** Come hang out! Learn about setting up online accounts, meet new friends, socialize, and have fun playing boardgames online. Meet new friends, practise new skills, […]

  • Discord Tutorial

    Duration 1 hr Facilitator: Lee Private - GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca Step by step tutorial for downloading and installing Discord – a free app that lets people chat using text, voice or video. Discord is required for Online boardgames group.

  • LinkedIn Profiles (3/3)

    Session: 3 of 3 Duration: 1 hr Facilitator: Toby Private - GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca Build your own LinkedIn profile! Share your skills, goals, and experiences, create job alerts, and grow your online network.

  • Art in Scratch

    Scratch, is a beginner-level programming environment. It was developed at the MIT Media Lab and shared as an open-source (and FREE) resource for people to dip their toes into the world of code. No computer science or coding experience is required just bring your imagination.  Participants will be able to create stories, games, and animations they […]