Gateway Association

Open Art Studio!
2022-10-12 14:30 - 16:00 (America/Denver)
Join OPEN♥ART for a chance to create alongside others, share and experiment with different art forms. Each month will include a different approach to art-making that aims to inspire your inner artist and bring us together in creativity.
Artists of all levels and abilities are WELCOME!
Reach out with any accommodation or questions you may have to maigan@gatewayassociation.ca

Experiment #2: WORD PLAY October 12, 2022
Words have a lot of power, and they can be funny and playful too. Using a few different writing prompts, we will experiment with creating images, evoking feelings, and communicating our ideas using words. All styles encouraged.
Art Supplies Required (your choice):
Tablet/computer/paper; Pencil/pen/marker or crayons

Explore Canva
2022-10-12 13:00 - 14:00
Let your imagination be your guide as you create your own posters, flyers, cards, videos, and more to share information important to you.
To learn more and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

Visioning and Planning for Families with Children Birth-8 Years Old: Session 2 of 4
2022-10-11 18:00 - 20:00
Visioning and Planning for Families with Children Birth-8 Years Old: Session 2 of 4
6pm – 8pm | Zoom
A 4-part workshop series that empowers families of children with disabilities up to 8 years old with knowledge, resources, and more.
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 age appropriate for families with younger children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations

For accommodation requirements, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca for assistance

GTDI Program Info Session
2022-10-11 14:30 - 15:30, 2022-10-04 14:30 - 15:30
Have you or someone you know wanted to increase your basic digital skills to work, learn, or have fun? Have you wanted to find ways to connect to work, friends, family, or supports online?
We can help!
Digital Literacy is your Gateway to connecting, working, learning, sharing, growing, and creating online.
The Gateway to Digital Inclusion Program offers courses and workshops on basic digital skills, online social connections, an App to help you learn about and engage with the digital world, and more ….
Join us on Tuesdays for an interactive information session about the Gateway to Digital Inclusion Program.
What will be included in the session:
– What the program offers
– Details about the workshops, courses, and groups
– Who is eligible for the program
– How our services work
You will have a chance to:
– Meet some of our team members
– Find out how to apply
– Ask any question you might have
See you on Tuesday!
If you require any accommodations for attending the information session, please contact us prior to the event to make arrangements.
Thank you
The Gateway to Digital Inclusion Team
getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

LinkedIn Learning
2022-10-11 13:00 - 14:00
***Requires an active library membership.**
Explore LinkedIn website as a group, learn how to: create an account, search for course, save and organize courses, and customize your profile.
To learn more and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

Discord Tutorial
2022-10-06 13:00 - 14:00
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.
To learn more and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

LinkedIn Profile Series (4/4)
2022-10-06 13:00 - 14:00
Build your own LinkedIn profile! Share your skills, goals, and experiences, create job alerts, and grow your online network.
To learn more and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

ePortfolio Series (4/4)
2022-10-06 11:00 - 12:00
Learners will work on their own between classes. In the eportfolio workshop, 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.
To learn more or to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

OSC Boardgames
2022-10-05 15:00 - 16:30
**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!
To learn more and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

Family Resource Centre (FMS) Info Session
2022-10-05 15:00 - 15:30

LinkedIn Profile Series (3/4)
2022-10-05 13:00 - 14:00

ePortfolio Series (3/4)
2022-10-05 11:00 - 12:00

Visioning and Planning for Families with Children Birth-8 Years Old: Session 1 of 4
2022-10-04 18:00 - 20:00
Visioning and Planning for Families with Children Birth-8 Years Old: Session 1 of 4
6pm – 8pm | Zoom
A 4-part workshop series that empowers families of children with disabilities up to 8 years old with knowledge, resources, and more.
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 age appropriate for families with younger children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations

For accommodation requirements, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca for assistance

Skill Share: Benefits of a Companion Animal – Brought to you by PawsAbilities
2022-10-04 16:00 - 17:00
In this 60 minute session, Marla from PawsAbilities will share the therapeutic benefits of having a companion animal. She will also go over the lifestyle changes that come with responsible pet ownership that create numerous healthy habits which bring about a lot of positive effects on mental health and social well-being.

Click HERE to register!

Special Presentation by Louise Kesia
2022-10-04 13:00 - 14:00
Do you wonder what you got yourself into by joining Gateway’s youth employment program? What it means to participate in Self-Discovery, Career Exploration, and Job Search? Please join us as Louise Kesia, who is a former Get-Work participant, shares her career exploration journey. This is a great in-person event where you can meet other participants, ask questions, and have some snacks!

To learn more and to register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GateayAssociation.ca

LinkedIn Profile Series (2/4)
2022-10-04 13:00 - 14:00

ePortfolio Series (2/4)
2022-10-04 11:00 - 12:00

Email Basics
2022-10-04 10:00 - 11:00
Learn about and practice the basics of writing professional emails for your job search and workplace communication
To learn more and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

LinkedIn Profile Series (1/4)
2022-10-03 13:00 - 14:00

ePortfolio Series (1/4)
2022-10-03 11:00 - 12:00

Families Forward, Over 18
2022-09-29 19:00 - 21:00
Families Forward, Over 18
Thursday, September 29
7pm -9pm | Zoom
Monthly meeting for families with loved ones over 18 with disabilities. 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).
Each month there will be a new topic discussed!

If you have any accommodation requirements, please connect with Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca

Workplace Communication
2022-09-29 13:00 - 14:00
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? How to talk about conflict? In this workshop, we will talk about ways to help you to feel confident and comfortable with workplace communication
For accommodation requirements for this session, please connect with us Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Indigenous History: Indigenization — Where do we go from here?
2022-09-29 12:00 - 13:30
Indigenization may not be a term you’re familiar with but it’s every bit an important step in the Truth and Reconciliation process. Not only is it critical to deconstruct colonialism, but to also encourage and support Indigenous employees to bring their true selves to work. Jaylene and Vince walk us through examples of what this might look like.

Look Stuff Up Online Series (4/4)
2022-09-29 11:00 - 12:00
This workshop series 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.
For questions and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

Email Basics - Practice Session
2022-09-29 10:00 - 11:00
**For participants who have completed Email Basics, and would like more practice**
A session for participants who have take the Email Basics session and would like more practice in writing professional emails for their job search and workplace communication
For questions and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

Intro to Google Docs Series (4/4)
2022-09-29 10:00 - 11:00
In this workshop series, Participants will create their own google account, learn to navigate google drive, and keep their drives organized. Through a series of activities, Learners 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 drive and google docs, as well as file organization, sharing, and commenting.
For questions and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

OSC Boardgames
2022-09-28 15:00 - 16:30
**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!
For questions and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

Zoom Basics
2022-09-28 11:00 - 12:00
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.
For questions and to register, please connect with us at GetDigital@GatewayAssociation.ca

Look Stuff Up Online Series (3/4)
2022-09-28 11:00 - 12:00
