(Calgary) Interview Roundtable; Learning and Laughing Together
2024-11-20 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver)
Interview Roundtable: Learning and Laughing Together – Practice

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.
Online or In-Person: IN-PERSON – YYC
To learn more and to register, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca

Calgary Drop-In Wednesdays
2024-11-20 10:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-27 10:00 - 15:00
Drop In Wednesday CERC
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!

You TOO Can YouTube (3 of 4)
2024-11-20 13:00 - 14:00
You TOO Can YouTube
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.

MentorAbility Industry Information Session: Careers in Neurorecovery with Bean Gill
2024-11-20 14:00 - 16:00
MentorAbility Industry Information Session: Careers in Neurorecovery with Bean Gill
MentorAbility Alberta is offering ongoing FREE interactive Industry Information Sessions! These information sessions give participants the opportunity to learn more about prospective industries, recruitment requirements and qualifications, and the next steps they may need to take to achieve their employment goals.

Bean Gill is an Inclusion Warrior, Paralysis Recovery Pioneer, and Change Maker who defies the odds. In 2012, she faced a sudden spinal injury while on vacation, leaving her paralyzed from the waist down. Determined not to succumb to despair, Bean chose to persevere. Bean co-founded ReYu Paralysis Recovery Center, an advocacy group called Wheels of Change, stars in a docuseries called PUSH, and is passionate about disability etiquette.
Please welcome the one and only, Bean Gill.
In this session, attendees can expect:
– Learn about ReYu, our origin, our culture, and our attitude towards ppl with disabilities
– Brief rundown on our programs with a couple of before and after videos to show how effective our program is and that neurorecovery is REAL
– A typical day at ReYu and what stands out about the members of our team
– Steps to get into the field of neurorecovery
– End with questions from the audience

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 the industry, this event is for you!
If we can offer any accommodations during the event to make your participation easier or answer any questions you have about the event ahead of time, please contact jamie@gatewayassociation.ca after you register to discuss.
This event will be recorded.
Register HERE

Online Boardgames
2024-11-20 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-11-27 14:30 - 16:30
Online 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, have fun!

Visioning and Planning 9-13 Year Olds, (3 of 3)
2024-11-20 18:00 - 20:00
Visioning and Planning 9-13 year olds

Wednesdays
November 6
November 13
November 20

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/visioning-and-planning-for-families-with-children-9-13-years-old-tickets-980257906787?aff=oddtdtcreator

Finding the Right Staff (FMS)
2024-11-20 18:00 - 21:00
Finding the Right Staff (FMS)
Wednesday, November 20
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online

A workshop for Family Managed Services Administrators covering your roles and responsibilities as an employer.

This workshop, for Family Managed Services Administrators only, looks at using your vision plan to identify appropriate supports to help achieve your family member’s goals. You will learn how the Individual Support Plan is used to help your staff create valued roles and enhance community connections.

This workshop will provide you with:
1. Your role and responsibilities as a Funds Administrator/Family Managed Services Administrator
2. Interviewing and hiring staff
3. Conflict resolution and staff retention

Questions? Contact Miriam at Miriam@GatewayAssociation.ca
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/finding-the-right-staff-fms-tickets-996552614697?aff=oddtdtcreator

Steam Tutorial
2024-11-21 11:00 - 12:00
Steam Tutorial
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.

You TOO Can YouTube (4 of 4)
2024-11-21 13:00 - 14:00
You TOO Can YouTube
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.

Edmonton Employment Resource Centre Info Session
2024-11-21 16:30 - 17:30, 2024-11-25 11:00 - 12:00
Edmonton Employment Resource Centre Info Session
Join Gateway Association for a virtual Employment Resource Centre information session.
This session is for job seekers with disability or mental health-based barriers to learn about how Gateway Association can support you with achieving your employment goals!
L earn about individualized supports and group workshops that will help you with:
For additional accommodations or questions, please connect with us at employment@gatewayassociation.ca

Career development and action plans
Resume building
Interview skills
Workplace communication
Onboarding and training
Job search and finding the right job for you
Keeping your job!
AND much more!

Register HERE

Transition Planning to Adulthood (1 of 3)
2024-11-21 18:00 - 21:00
Transition Planning to Adulthood:
Thursday
November 21
November 28
December 5

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online
Part 1: Life Transitions
Part 2: Valued Roles, Visioning, and Planning
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 (Facilitator) at Shelley@GatewayAssociation.ca
Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/transition-planning-to-adulthood-tickets-981835776237?aff=oddtdtcreator

PDD 101
2024-11-23 09:00 - 12:00
PDD 101

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

Saturday, November 23
9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online

“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 adult child’s needs”

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

Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/persons-with-developmental-disabilities-pdd-101-tickets-981843509367?aff=oddtdtcreator

Explore Canva (1 of 2)
2024-11-25 11:00 - 12:00
Explore Canva
Session 1 of 2
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Lee
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.

File Management and PDFs (1 of 2)
2024-11-25 13:00 - 14:00
File Management and PDFs
Session 1 of 2
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

In this workshop participants will learn about saving files, organizing and finding files, converting documents to pdfs, what a is pdf, and how to use pdfs.

LinkedIn Learning
2024-11-25 15:00 - 16:00
LinkedIn Learning
Session 1 of 1
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

***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.

Edmonton Employment Resource Centre Information Session
2024-11-25 16:30 - 17:30
Edmonton Employment Resource Centre Information Session
Join Gateway Association for a virtual Employment Resource Centre information session.
This session is for job seekers with disability or mental health-based barriers to learn about how Gateway Association can support you with achieving your employment goals!
L earn about individualized supports and group workshops that will help you with:
For additional accommodations or questions, please connect with us at employment@gatewayassociation.ca

Career development and action plans
Resume building
Interview skills
Workplace communication
Onboarding and training
Job search and finding the right job for you
Keeping your job!
AND much more!

Register Here

FMS Staff: More Than Just a Job
2024-11-25 18:00 - 21:00
FMS Staff: More Than Just a Job
Monday, November 25
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | online

A workshop for Family Managed Services staff that explores ways to reduce the risk of abuse and to help identify and incorporate personal values in your 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. You will learn how to keep people safe while growing independence, and building relationships both within the support network and within the community. You will gain skills and tools to excel in your role.

Questions? Contact Betty (Facilitator) at Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fms-staff-more-than-just-a-job-tickets-996529595847?aff=oddtdtcreator

Explore Canva (2 of 2)
2024-11-26 11:00 - 12:00
Explore Canva
Session 2 of 2
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Lee
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.

File Management and PDFs (2 of 2)
2024-11-26 13:00 - 14:00
File Management and PDFs
Session 2 of 2
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

In this workshop participants will learn about saving files, organizing and finding files, converting documents to pdfs, what a is pdf, and how to use pdfs.

Accounts and Claims
2024-11-26 18:00 - 20:00
Accounts and Claims
Tuesday, November 26
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | 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
Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/accounts-and-claims-tickets-981848684847?aff=oddtdtcreator

Study Hall - ePortfolios
2024-11-27 11:00 - 12:00
Study Hall – ePortfolios
Session 1 of 1
Duration 1 hr
Facilitator: Lee
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca
**Requires desktop or laptop computer.

This is an open work session for participants who have already completed the ePortfolio Workshop series and would like to continue working on their portfolios.

Google Photo Editing (1 of 2)
2024-11-27 13:00 - 14:00
Google Photo Editing
Session: 1 of 2
Duration: 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Calgary Employment Resource Centre Info Session
2024-11-27 16:00 - 17:00
Calgary Employment Resource Centre Information Session
Join Gateway Association for a virtual Employment Resource Centre information session.
This session is for job seekers with disability or mental health-based barriers to learn about how Gateway Association can support you with achieving your employment goals!
L earn about individualized supports and group workshops that will help you with:

Career development and action plans
Resume building
Interview skills
Workplace communication
Onboarding and training
Job search and finding the right job for you
Keeping your job!
A ND much more!

For additional accommodations or questions, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca
Register HERE

Google Photo Editing (2 of 2)
2024-11-28 13:00 - 14:00
Google Photo Editing
Session: 2 of 2
Duration: 1 hr
Facilitator: Toby
Private – GTDI Program intake required prior to workshop: getdigital@gatewayassociation.ca

Interview Prep 102: Common Interview Questions
2024-11-28 13:00 - 14:00
Interview Prep 102: Common Interview Questions
Learn tips about how to effectively answer some of the most common interview questions!

Online or In-Person: ONLINE

To learn more and to register, please connect with us at Employment@GatewayAssociation.ca

Transition Planning to Adulthood (2 of 3)
2024-11-28 18:00 - 21:00
Transition Planning to Adulthood:
Thursday
November 21
November 28
December 5

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Online

Part 1: Life Transitions
Part 2: Valued Roles, Visioning, and Planning
Part 3: Navigating the Systemss

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 (Facilitator) at Shelley@GatewayAssociation.ca
Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/transition-planning-to-adulthood-tickets-981835776237?aff=oddtdtcreator

FMS Admin: Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol
2024-11-28 18:00 - 21:00
FMS Admin: Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol
Thursday, November 28
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | 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
Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fms-admin-abuse-prevention-and-response-protocol-tickets-981853338767?aff=oddtdtcreator
