Visioning and Planning for Families with Children 9-13 Years Old (1 of 4)
2024-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver)
Visioning and Planning for Families with Children 9-13 Years Old – 4-part series
Wednesday, February 7
Wednesday, February 14
Wednesday, February 21
Wednesday, February 28
6:00pm – 8:00pm | Online

Join our workshop series that empowers parents/caregivers of 9-13 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge, resources and a sense of direction for the future, while connecting with other families.

We will touch on a variety of topics including values and belonging in the community, visioning and planning, various transitions during later elementary school, IPPs, navigating various systems (FSCD) age appropriate for families with “tween” age children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations.

Facilitator: Stacy at Stacy@gatewayassociation.ca
Register HERE

ePortfolio Series (3 of 3)
2024-02-08 11:00 - 12:00
Session 3 of 3
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Lee
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

In the eportfolio workshop series, participants will learn about the different types of portfolios, how to use google sites, and the basics of layout and design. Learners will choose the type of portfolio they want to build and the subject they want to focus on. They will select and add content to their sites along with descriptions, statements about their motivation, interests, skills, and hobbies. Learners will work on their own between classes.

Finding Your Purpose
2024-02-08 13:00 - 14:00
Finding Your Purpose
Are you wondering what your purpose is? Stuck and not sure where to go? Then we have a workshop for you! Come join us for self exploration and learning. We will talk about what people need in life to grow and how we can access those resources. As well, we will explore a personality test and leave the workshop with a deeper understanding of who we are and where we would like to go!

This workshop is for registered participants only. To register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Audio Editing with Audacity (3 of 3)
2024-02-08 13:00 - 14:00
Session 3 of 3
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

In this 3 session workshop series participants will be guided through the steps to use Audacity software for basic audio editing. This series will focus on editing spoken dialogue.

MentorAbility Industry Information Session; Careers in Banking with CIBC
2024-02-08 14:00 - 15:00
Have you ever wondered what it might be like to work at one of Canada’s biggest financial institutions?
Join us for a FREE interactive MentorAbility Industry Information Session hosted by CIBC! Learn about how to start your banking career from Community General Managers and Finance Professionals as they share their stories working at CIBC with a panel discussion. This event is offered to all MentorAbility participants – so if you are a job seeker who experiences disability-related barriers to employment or a supportive employment service provider who wants to learn more about working at CIBC, this event is for you!
Register HERE
If you require any accommodations for this session, please contact us prior to the session and we will assist with accommodation provisions as best we can.
jamie@gatewayassociation.ca

Empower 2024, March 8 & 9
2024-02-09 09:00 - 15:00
Join us for *Empower 2024*​, an Individual Support Planning event for families offered on March 8 (Friday) and March 9 (Saturday) 2024.

This event is designed to equip you and your family for a future that exceeds expectations and enriches lives.
Who Should Attend:

Individuals with disabilities ages 15 to 18
Families, caregivers and advocates

Date:

Friday, March 8, 2024
Saturday March 9, 2024

You Can’t Afford to Miss This!
This is a call to action, a revolutionary moment to redefine what support for people with disabilities looks like.
Learn to advocate for needs that are often misunderstood or overlooked. Self Advocacy Federation will be in attendance to chat about Advocacy!
Equip yourself with tools to build a plan that reflects YOU – your dreams, your strengths, your life.
What’s On the Agenda:

Individual Support Plans (ISP). We will call all those that are registered to book your ISP time slot.
Visioning and Planning Workshop
Presentations from our Digital Literacy Programs and Employment Resource Centre
Real-life Testimonials
One-on-One Consultations
Community Connection Resources
Advocacy Capacity Building

Agenda

11:00 Am – 12 Pm – Visioning & Planning Workshop
12:00 Pm – 2 Pm – RDSP Breakout Room
12:00 Pm – 2 Pm – Advocacy Capacity Building Breakout Room
12:00 Pm – 2 Pm – Digital Literacy & Employment Breakout Room

Location:
Gateway Association
201- 10941 120 Street NW Edmonton, AB
The address for DATS drop off and elevator access is: 10930-119 Street N
The address for DATS drop off and elevator access is: 10930-119 Street NW

Snacks, light lunch and refreshments will be provided.
You’re welcome to bring your own food.

Let’s seize the moment and craft a future that celebrates diversity, acknowledges individuality, and above all, empowers.
Seats are limited! Book now to secure your spot!
For any additional questions or accommodations, please contact Info@gatewayassociation.ca

Email Basics
2024-02-12 11:00 - 12:00
Session: 1 of 1
Duration: 1 hr
Facilitator: Lee
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Learn about and practice the basics of writing professional emails for your job search and workplace communication.

You TOO Can YouTube (1 of 4)
2024-02-12 13:00 - 14:00
Session: 1 of 4
Duration: 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Learn about being a YouTube viewer and a YouTube creator. Find out how to make your own YouTube Channel and what to consider when you are choosing videos to watch. Create YouTube content, learn about what to consider when watching videos as well as how to save and organize videos.

Families Forward, Financial Resources
2024-02-12 19:00 - 21:00
Families Forward, Financial Resources
Monday, February 12
7:00pm – 9:00pm | Online

Monthly meeting where families can connect with other families, learn from one another, and explore financial resources.
Facilitators: Fiona at Fiona@GatewayAssociation.ca and Jacquie at Jacquie@Jacquie@GatewayAssociation.ca
Register HERE

Interview Prep 102: Common Interview Questions
2024-02-13 13:00 - 14:00
Interview Prep 102: Common Interview Questions
Learn tips about how to effectively answer some of the most common interview questions!

This workshop is for registered participants only. To register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

You TOO Can YouTube (2 of 4)
2024-02-13 13:00 - 14:00
Session: 2 of 4
Duration: 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Learn about being a YouTube viewer and a YouTube creator. Find out how to make your own YouTube Channel and what to consider when you are choosing videos to watch. Create YouTube content, learn about what to consider when watching videos as well as how to save and organize videos.

Visioning and Planning for Families with Children Up To 8 Years Old (3 of 4)
2024-02-13 18:00 - 20:00
Visioning and Planning for Families with Children Up To 8 Years Old
4 part series runs from 6:00pm – 8:00pm | Online
Tuesday, January 30
Tuesday, February 6
Tuesday, February, 13
Tuesday, February, 20

Join our 4-part workshop series that empowers parents/caregivers of children with disabilities from birth-8 years old with knowledge, resources, and a sense of direction for the future.
We will touch on a variety of topics including values and belonging in the community, visioning and planning, various transitions during early elementary school, navigating various systems (FSCD) age appropriate for families with younger children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations.
Facilitator: Stacy at Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca
Register HERE

Families Forward, Under 18
2024-02-13 19:00 - 21:00
Families Forward, Under 18
Tuesday, February 13
7:00pm – 9:00pm | Online
Monthly meeting for families with children under 18 with disabilities.
Where families can connect with other families, learn from one another, and explore issues that are important (such as schooling, leadership, and community and government support).
Facilitators: Yonique at Yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca and Stacy at Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/255535783407

DROP IN WEDNESDAYS at the Calgary Employment Resource Centre
2024-02-14 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-02-21 10:00 - 15:00
DROP IN WEDNESDAYS
at the Calgary Employment Resource Centre
For job seekers, each Wednesday drop in any time between 10am and 3pm to connect with ERC team members to work on resumes, interview skills, job search and meet other job seekers!
1206 20 AVE SE
Calgary, AB

You TOO Can YouTube (3 of 4)
2024-02-14 13:00 - 14:00
Session: 3 of 4
Duration: 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Learn about being a YouTube viewer and a YouTube creator. Find out how to make your own YouTube Channel and what to consider when you are choosing videos to watch. Create YouTube content, learn about what to consider when watching videos as well as how to save and organize videos.

Visioning and Planning for Families with Children 9-13 Years Old (2 of 4)
2024-02-14 18:00 - 20:00

Interview Roundtable: Learning and Laughing Together
2024-02-15 10:00 - 12:00
Interview Roundtable: Learning and Laughing Together
Join us for a dynamic and interactive workshop designed to help you ace your next job interview. In our Interview Roundtable, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with fellow job seekers and share your experiences and insights. Our experienced facilitators will guide you through real-life interview scenarios and help you develop the skills and confidence you need to succeed.
This workshop is for registered participants only. To register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Discord Tutorial
2024-02-15 11:00 - 12:00
Session 1 of 1
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.

Networking 102
2024-02-15 13:00 - 14:00
Networking 102
This workshop will teach participants how to network online! We will go over how to connect with people on LinkedIn, sending cold emails, using social media to connect with others and more!

This workshop is for registered participants only. To register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

You TOO Can YouTube (4 of 4)
2024-02-15 13:00 - 14:00
Session: 4 of 4
Duration: 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Learn about being a YouTube viewer and a YouTube creator. Find out how to make your own YouTube Channel and what to consider when you are choosing videos to watch. Create YouTube content, learn about what to consider when watching videos as well as how to save and organize videos.

FSCD 101
2024-02-17 09:00 - 10:00
FSCD 101
9:00am – 10:00am | Online
Saturday, February 17
This workshop was created by Family Supports for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) to assist families to better understand how to utilize their FSCD agreement.
While it was designed for families new to FSCD, all families receiving supports from FSCD are welcome to attend as it will cover important items, such as: the difference between Family Support Services (FSS) and Child Focused Services (CFS), understanding your FSCD agreement, how to invoice for services, and more. This workshop will be held monthly.

Register here

Steam Tutorial
2024-02-20 11:00 - 12:00
Session 1 of 1
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Lee
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Step by step tutorial for downloading and installing Steam – an online game platform. Steam is required for Online boardgames group.

LinkedIn Profiles (1 of 3)
2024-02-20 13:00 - 15:00
Session: 1 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.

Zoom Basics
2024-02-20 15:00 - 16:00
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.

Visioning and Planning for Families with Children Up To 8 Years Old ( 4 of 4)
2024-02-20 18:00 - 20:00

Google Drive (1 of 2)
2024-02-21 11:00 - 12:00
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.

How to Read a Job Posting
2024-02-21 13:00 - 14:00
How to Read a Job Posting
Join this workshop to understand various elements of a job posting, identify red flags, and find the right match. This workshop intends to help people save their time by targeting jobs that fits their expectations.
This workshop is for registered participants only. To register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Online Boardgames
2024-02-21 15:00 - 16:30
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, have fun!

Visioning and Planning for Families with Children 9-13 Years Old (3 of 4)
2024-02-21 18:00 - 20:00
