Gateway Association

Growth Mindset: Resiliency in Job Search
2024-05-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver)
Growth Mindset: Resiliency in Job Search
Description: Job search can be a long and daunting process for many. This workshop will introduce folks to the concept of having a “Growth Mindset” and help individuals create a positive/persistent mindset along with tips on how to stay motivated throughout this process.
This workshop is for registered participants only. To register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca
Online or In-Person: ONLINE

Internet Basics (2 of 4)
2024-05-07 13:00 - 14:30
Session 2 of 4
Duration 1.5 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

This 4 session workshop series (part 1 of the work simulation) helps learners find, share, and explore things online through a series of fun activities. Participants will use different google map features to find their way around town, share their favourite places, plan a vacation, and compare different search engines. As a group, learners will chat about fake news, investigate stories on Snopes, and chat about the media we take in everyday.

DROP IN WEDNESDAY at the Calgary Employment Resource Centre
2024-05-08 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-15 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

Internet Basics (3 of 4)
2024-05-08 13:00 - 14:30
Session 3 of 4
Duration 1.5 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

This 4 session workshop series (part 1 of the work simulation) helps learners find, share, and explore things online through a series of fun activities. Participants will use different google map features to find their way around town, share their favourite places, plan a vacation, and compare different search engines. As a group, learners will chat about fake news, investigate stories on Snopes, and chat about the media we take in everyday.

Online Boardgames
2024-05-08 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-05-15 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-05-22 14:30 - 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!

Internet Basics (4 of 4)
2024-05-09 13:00 - 14:30
Session 4 of 4
Duration 1.5 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

This 4 session workshop series (part 1 of the work simulation) helps learners find, share, and explore things online through a series of fun activities. Participants will use different google map features to find their way around town, share their favourite places, plan a vacation, and compare different search engines. As a group, learners will chat about fake news, investigate stories on Snopes, and chat about the media we take in everyday.

More Than Just A Job (FMS)
2024-05-11 18:00 - 21:00
More Than Just A Job (FMS)
Saturday, May 11
6:00pm – 9:00pm | Online

A workshop for Family Managed Services staff to help identify and incorporate personal values in their work with persons with disabilities.

This workshop, for Family Managed Services (FMS) staff, will help you identify your values and how they apply to your work in supporting others.

Facilitator: Miriam at Miriam@GatewayAssociation.ca
Register HERE

Explore Canva (1 of 2)
2024-05-13 13:00 - 14:00
Session 1 of 2
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Let your imagination be your guide as you create your own posters, flyers, cards, videos, and more to share information important to you.

Families Forward, Financial Resources
2024-05-13 19:00 - 21:00
Families Forward, Financial Resources
Monday, May 13
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: Before, During and After
2024-05-14 13:00 - 14:00
Interview Prep: Before, During & After
In this workshop, you will learn about how to get ready for a job interview, how to “shine’ in the interview and what to do after the interview to stand out and increase your chances of getting called back!
This workshop is for registered participants only. To register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca
Online or In-Person: Online

Explore Canva (2 of 2)
2024-05-14 13:00 - 14:00
Session 2 of 2
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Let your imagination be your guide as you create your own posters, flyers, cards, videos, and more to share information important to you.

Families Forward, Under 18
2024-05-14 19:00 - 21:00
Families Forward, Under 18
Tuesday, May 14
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

Google Docs (1 of 2)
2024-05-15 13:00 - 14:00
Session: 1 of 2
Duration: 1 hr
Facilitator: Lee
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

In this 2 session workshop series, Participants will practice creating and sharing google documents, explore the tools provided to help them write, edit, comment and chat. This workshop covers the Basics of google docs, as well as file organization, sharing, and commenting.

Google Docs (2 of 2)
2024-05-16 11:00 - 12:00
Session: 2 of 2
Duration: 1 hr
Facilitator: Lee
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

In this 2 session workshop series, Participants will practice creating and sharing google documents, explore the tools provided to help them write, edit, comment and chat. This workshop covers the Basics of google docs, as well as file organization, sharing, and commenting.

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
2024-05-16 11:00 - 12:00
International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
In this casual conversation, Sahana and B review terms and definitions specific to Sexual Orientation Gender Identity & Expression (SOGIE) identities and dive into examples of discrimination that often occur in the workplace. As a group, we will identify ways that coworkers, friends, family members, and employers/leaders can intervene to provide protection and support to their gender and sexual diverse teammates.
Learning Objectives
During this fireside chat, we will:
1. Define homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia
2. Discuss SOGIE-specific microaggressions that often occur in the workplace
3. Strategize ways to interrupt these exclusive and harmful situations
Register HERE

Workplace Expectations
2024-05-16 13:00 - 14:00
Workplace Expectations
ONLINE
You’ve got the job, now you must keep it! Talking about the everyday behaviors that are appropriate in the workplace:

showing up on time
how long is too long for socializing with coworkers
breaks – what does this mean
motivation and engagement

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

FSCD 101
2024-05-16 18:00 - 19:00
FSCD 101
9:00am – 10:00am | Online
Thursday, May 16

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: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/815891672957?aff=oddtdtcreator

Email Basics
2024-05-21 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.

DROP IN WEDNESDAYS at the Calgary Employment Resource Centre
2024-05-22 10:00 - 15:00

LinkedIn Profiles (1 of 2)
2024-05-22 13:00 - 14:30
Session: 1 of 2
Duration: 1.5 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.

Workplace Communication 101 - Positive Communication and Constructive Feedback
2024-05-23 13:00 - 14:00
Workplace Communication 101 – Positive Communication and Constructive Feedback

Workplace Communication is made up of many essential skills, such as, what is okay to talk about at work with your coworkers? How to give and receive positive and constructive feedback? In this workshop, we will talk about ways to help you to feel confident and comfortable with workplace communication.
This workshop is for registered participants only. To register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Online or In-Person: ONLINE

LinkedIn Profiles (2 of 2)
2024-05-23 13:00 - 14:30
Session: 2 of 2
Duration: 1.5 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.

Families Forward, Over 18
2024-05-23 19:00 - 21:00
Families Forward Over 18
Thursday, May 23
7:00pm – 9:00pm | Online

Where families can connect with other families, learn from one another, and explore issues that are important (such as housing, relationship building, and community and government supports).
Facilitator: Betty at Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca
Register HERE

Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) 101
2024-05-25 09:00 - 12:00
PDD 101
Saturday, May 25
9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online
A workshop for caregivers to develop knowledge of Alberta’s government service known as Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD).
Facilitator Miriam at Miriam@GatewayAssociation.ca

Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/persons-with-developmental-disabilities-pdd-101-tickets-900049230477?aff=oddtdtcreator

ePortfolios (1 of 3)
2024-05-27 11:00 - 12:00
Session 1 of 3
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Lee
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

**A desktop or laptop computer is required for this workshop.**
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.

Social Media Basics (1 of 4)
2024-05-27 13:00 - 14:30
Session 1 of 4
Duration 1.5 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Social Media Basics is Part 2 of the Work Simulation. Completion of Part 1: Internet Basics is recommended prior to taking this 4 session workshop series.
Increase your understanding and use of social media! In this workshop we will go through understanding different types of social media and their uses, creating material for social media, and managing your social media.

Transition Planning for Adulthood (Part 1 of 3)
2024-05-27 18:00 - 21:00
Transition Planning for Adulthood – 3 part series
Monday, May 27
Monday, June 3
Monday, June 10
6:00pm – 9:00pm | Online

Join our 3-part workshop series that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this critical time for 14-20 year olds. This workshop series includes topics on: life transitions, valued roles in the community, visioning and planning, and navigating the systems.
Note: All three workshops must be taken consecutively.

Facilitator: Shelley at Shelley@GatewayAssociation.ca
Register HERE
