NORC Innovation Centre at UHN & Connected Canadians: Digital Literacy Workshop & Technology Support

Are you interested in learning how to be more confident with navigating Google Maps, Spotify, or YouTube? Are you looking for confidence in spotting phishing scams or fake news online? Have you been wanting to learn new tricks for simplifying your computer, tablet, or smartphone?

NORC Innovation Centre at UHN has partnered with Connected Canadians to bring a series of weekly workshops designed for older adults and caregivers PLUS access to ongoing, free, 1:1 technology support.

All workshops end with a Q&A where you and others can have individual questions answered.

Location: Hosted on Zoom.

Free One-on-One Tech Support Sessions

If you or someone you know could use help learning Zoom or achieving another personal tech goal, book a free session with a Technology Mentor clicking here. Connected Canadians provides in-person and remote assistance (via Zoom or phone) in over 20 languages.

  • Thursday October 3rd 2024 - 12:00pm - 1:00 pm EDT
    Recognizong fake News- [    Click here to register]

    • Learn how to recognize email phishing scams and helpful prevention tips to protect yourself - and gain confidence.

    Friday, October 4th 2024 - 11:00 am-12:00 pm EDT
    Increasing Digital and Financial Literacy (Online Banking) - [    Click here to register]

    • Learn how simple and secure managing your finances online can be.

    wednesday, october 9th, 2024 - 11:00 AM-12:00 PM EDT
    ChatGPT: Navigating the Digital Conversation - [Click here to register]

    • Learn what ChatGPT is, how you can use it, and how to ask it questions all while keeping your information private and understanding how reliable ChatGPT's answers are.

    wednesday, october 16th, 2024 - 11:00 AM-12:00 PM EDT
    preparing to learn online - [Click here to register]

    • Learn how to use your browser to explore the vast resources of the internet, find, bookmark, share reliable information and much, much more! This workshop is perfect for newer technology users, but even experienced individuals will discover something new and interesting.

    wednesday, october 23rd, 2024 - 11:00 AM-12:00 PM EDT
    Digital Documents - [Click here to register]

    • Learn when to use digital documents, store and preserve information and the popular tools to share files on your device and online.

    wednesday, october 30th, 2024 - 11:00 AM-12:00 PM EDT
    Music & Technology - [Click here to register]

    • Learn tools and popular music applications that help you to find and share music online!

    Friday, November 08th, 2024 - 11:00 AM-12:00 PM EDT
    Increasing Digital and Financial Literacy - [Click here to register]

    • Learn how simple and secure managing your finances online can be.