Gateway Association

Calgary Drop-In Wednesdays
2025-10-29 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-19 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-26 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver)
Calgary Drop-In Wednesdays
For registered participants – Join us every Wednesday from 10 AM to 3 PM for our open drop-in sessions. Whether you’re exploring career options, updating your resume, practicing for interviews, or navigating the job search process, our friendly team is ready to support you.
No appointment needed—just drop in! Let’s work together to take the next step in your employment journey.

Where: Gateway Association Calgary Office
When: Wednesdays, 10 AM – 3 PM

Edmonton Drop-In Wednesdays
2025-10-29 13:00 - 15:00
Edmonton Drop-In Wednesdays
For registered participants – Join us every Wednesday from 10 AM to 3 PM for our open drop-in sessions. Whether you’re exploring career options, updating your resume, practicing for interviews, or navigating the job search process, our friendly team is ready to support you.
No appointment needed—just drop in! Let’s work together to take the next step in your employment journey.
Where: Gateway Association Edmonton Office
When: Wednesdays, 1 – 3 PM

How to Read a Job Posting
2025-11-04 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-09 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.
Online – Zoom
To learn more or to register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Transition Planning to Adulthood (Day 3 of 3)
2025-11-04 18:00 - 21:00
Transition Planning to Adulthood:
Tuesdays
Oct 21
Oct 28
Nov 4
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online

Part 1: Life Transitions
Part 2 : Visioning, Planning, and Valued Roles
Part 3: Navigating the Systems
A 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future.
This is a workshop series for parents/caregivers 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.
Questions?
Shelley Meadahl (Facilitator) at shelley@gatewayassocitiaon.ca

Visioning and Planning 9-13 year olds (1 of 3)
2025-11-05 18:00 - 20:00
Visioning and Planning 9-13 year olds

Wednesdays
November 5
November 12
November 19

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Online

A 3-part workshop series that empowers families of 9 – 13 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge, resources, and more.

This workshop is for parents/caregivers of 9-13 year-olds with disabilities 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 later elementary school, IPPs, navigating various systems (FSCD) age appropriate for families with “tween” age children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations.

Questions? Stacy (facilitator) at Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1374785583689?aff=oddtdtcreator

Overcoming Interview and Workplace Anxiety
2025-11-06 13:00 - 14:00
Overcoming Interview and Workplace Anxiety
This workshop helps job seekers manage anxiety during interviews and in the workplace through practical strategies and confidence-building techniques. Participants will gain tools to reduce stress and communicate more effectively in professional settings.
To learn more and to register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Visioning and Planning 9-13 year olds (2 of 3)
2025-11-12 18:00 - 20:00

Online Claims Reimbursement Systems Training - FMS
2025-11-12 18:30 - 21:00
Online Claims Reimbursement Systems Training – FMS

Wednesday, November 12
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm | Online

A workshop for Family Managed Services Administrators focused on enhancing your understanding and management of the Online Claims Reimbursement (OCR) system.

This session will address common challenges and streamline your experience with the system, ensuring you can utilize it confidently and efficiently.
Workshop Goals:

Understanding the Agreement: Gain a deeper understanding of the FMS agreements and expectations of the OCR system.
Accessing OCR: Learn the ins and outs of accessing the system effectively, including navigation tips, user support resources, and troubleshooting common issues.
Creating a Successful Claim: We’ll walk you through the process of creating and submitting claims through the OCR system, focusing on accuracy and timeliness to ensure successful processing.
Record Keeping and Preparing for Reviews: Enhance your skills in maintaining accurate records and preparing for periodic reviews.

Questions? Contact Yonique at Yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1374790267699?aff=oddtdtcreator

Interview Prep 102
2025-11-13 13:00 - 14:00
Interview Prep 102
Learn tips about how to effectively answer some of the most common interview questions!
Online – Zoom
To learn more or to register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

FSCD 101
2025-11-17 17:00 - 18:00
FSCD 101
FSCD 101 is an introduction to the Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program.
The presentation will support families with understanding how to utilize their FSCD agreement and is intended for families that have received their first FSCD agreement.
Prior to attending the session, it would be helpful for families to review the Family Package, sent to you by the Family Support Services (FSS) team, as we will be referencing this document throughout the session.
Topics we will be going over include:
· the different types of services and supports
· reviewing an example agreement
· records-keeping and invoicing requirements
· and more.
Questions? Please connect with Stacy (Facilitator) at Stacy@gatewayassociation.ca
Register HERE

Disability in the Media
2025-11-19 12:00 - 13:30
Disability in the Media
Explore authentic disability representation in media & learn inclusive practices at our DEAM 2025 session on November 19.

Join us on November 19th with Katie MacMillan from Kello Inclusive, as part of AEFN’s DEAM 2025 Campaign. Disability in the Media invites employers and disability sector professionals to explore how media can move beyond tokenism toward authentic disability representation.
The session will examine the historical exclusion of disabled voices in Canadian media, challenge harmful tropes such as the “Super Crip” and “Tragic Victim,” and emphasize the importance of cross-disability perspectives and inclusive language.
Attendees will learn how to identify ableism, adopt more responsible storytelling practices, and involve disabled talent at every stage of media creation. Real-world examples from Kello Inclusive will demonstrate what meaningful inclusion looks like in practice, while practical tools and strategies will help participants evaluate and improve their own media content.
The session will conclude with an open Q&A, reinforcing the call to shift narratives by centering disabled voices and building inclusive, accessible media from the ground up.
ASL available upon request.
REGISTER HERE
Katie is a mother, leader, advocate, and the founder of Kello Inclusive – a talent agency exclusively representing disabled and visibly different talent, because the beauty of disabilities, diversities, and differences deserves to be represented fairly and fully.Katie spent 15 years teaching French, English, Psychology, and Sociology in an Edmonton Public high school before transitioning careers nearly two years ago. Her experience as an educator shaped her passion for equity and inclusion, but it was her lived experience as the parent of four beautiful children – one of whom lives with Cerebral Palsy – that truly redefined her path. Her daughter’s disability and the many experiences that have come with it sparked Katie’s deep commitment to advocacy, social justice, and reimagining representation in media. These experiences are at the heart of why Kello Inclusive exists today: to challenge ableism, create meaningful opportunities, and push for authentic, inclusive storytelling in the entertainment industry.

Visioning and Planning 9-13 year olds (3 of 3)
2025-11-19 18:00 - 20:00

PDD 101
2025-11-19 18:00 - 21:00
PDD 101
Wednesday, November 19
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online

A workshop for caregivers to develop knowledge of Alberta’s government service known as Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD).

“This workshop is an introduction to and overview of PDD for those who may be eligible. You will gain an understanding of the PDD program, options available for service provision, and information to determine the best supports for your family.

This workshop will provide you with:
1. An understanding of the PDD program’s role in supporting adults with developmental disabilities
2. Knowledge of available options for service provision – Family Managed Supports (FMS) and PDD Service Providers (agency)
3. Information to guide you in determining which type of service provision will best suit your family and individual needs.

Questions? Contact Miriam (facilitator) at miriam@gatewayassociation.ca

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1374826776899?aff=oddtdtcreator

Labor Market Trends
2025-11-20 13:00 - 14:00
Labor Market Trends
An in-depth discussion on what jobs are in demand and how you can plan for career stability
Online – Zoom
For more information or to register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Transition Planning to Adulthood: Weekend Blitz, Day 1
2025-11-21 18:00 - 21:00
Transition Planning to Adulthood: Weekend Blitz
Friday, November 21
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday, November 22
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Online

Covers the 3 part series in 2 days
Part 1: Life Transitions
Part 2: Visioning, Planning, and Valued Roles
Part 3: Navigating the Systems

A 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future.
This is a workshop series for parents/caregivers 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.
Questions?
Yonique Ritch (Facilitator) at yonique@gatewayassociation.ca
Register Here

Accounts and Claims
2025-11-22 09:00 - 11:00
Accounts and Claims
Thursday, November 22
9:00 – 11:00 AM | Online

A 2-hour workshop is tailored for families with FSCD agreements looking to optimize their use of the OCR system. This workshop intended to facilitate an open dialogue on utilizing the OCR system effectively.
The training has been developed by FSCD to address four significant challenges facing system users. They are:

Understanding the Agreement
Accessing OCR
Creating a Successful claim; and
Record keeping and preparing for reviews

A Service Roadmap has also been developed to give users a high-level overview of the entire process, with helpful links at each step to provide further details.
Questions? Contact Li (Facilitator) by email Li@gatewayassociation.ca
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1374835192069?aff=oddtdtcreator

Transition Planning to Adulthood: Weekend Blitz, Day 2
2025-11-22 09:00 - 16:00
Transition Planning to Adulthood: Weekend Blitz
Friday, November 21
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday, November 22
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Online

Covers the 3 part series in 2 days
Part 1: Life Transitions
Part 2: Visioning, Planning, and Valued Roles
Part 3: Navigating the Systems

A 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future.
This is a workshop series for parents/caregivers 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.
Questions?
Yonique Ritch (Facilitator) at yonique@gatewayassociation.ca

Disclosure and Accommodations
2025-11-25 13:00 - 14:00
Disclosure and Accommodations
Practical steps you can take to share personal needs and ask for support.
Online
For more information or to register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Mindset Matters
2025-11-27 13:00 - 14:00
Mindset Matters
This workshop will help you build a positive mindset to improve your job search. Learn how to overcome self-doubt and embrace challenges. Whether you’re starting fresh or changing careers, discover how the right mindset can lead you to success!
Online – Zoom
For more information or to register, please connect with us at Get-work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol ( FMS Admin)
2025-11-29 12:00 - 15:00
Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol ( FMS Admin)
Saturday, Nov 29
12-3pm | Online

A workshop that explores ways to reduce the risk of abuse and how to handle suspicions of abuse (for Family Managed Services Administrators).

This workshop, for FMS Administrators, provides an understanding of the protocol, explores what can be done to reduce the risk of abuse, identifies types of abuse, and how to handle situations when abuse is suspected.

Note: This is a mandatory course for FMS Administrators under Family Managed Services with Disability Services.

Questions? Contact Betty (Facilitator) at Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1374851019409?aff=oddtdtcreator

Interview Prep 101
2025-12-02 13:00 - 14:00
Interview Prep 101
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!
Online
For more information or to register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Networking - Using Our Connections
2025-12-04 13:00 - 14:00
Networking – Using Our Connections
In this workshop, participants will be learning how to network online and in person.
Online – Zoom
To learn more or to register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Disclosure and Accommodations
2026-01-07 13:00 - 14:00
Disclosure and Accommodations
Practical steps you can take to share personal needs and ask for support.
Format: Online
For more information, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca
** Please note that these sessions are for registered participants only. To find out more info or to apply, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Mindset Matters
2026-01-08 13:00 - 14:00
Mindset Matters
This workshop will help you build a positive mindset to improve your job search. Learn how to overcome self-doubt and embrace challenges. Whether you’re starting fresh or changing careers, discover how the right mindset can lead you to success!
Online – Zoom

** Please note that these sessions are for registered participants only. To find out more info or to apply, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Interview Prep 102
2026-01-14 13:00 - 14:00
Interview Prep 102
Learn tips on how to effectively answer some of th most common interview questions!
Online – Zoom
** Please note that these sessions are for registered participants only. To find out more info or to apply, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca
