PHA Canada has partnered with Connected Canadians to bring you a digital literacy workshop series. Connected Canadians is a federal nonprofit with a mandate to provide free technology training and support to Canadian seniors, fostering digital literacy skills and reducing isolation and loneliness. Are you a Canadian resident aged 55 or older, and who could benefit from attending a digital literacy workshop? do you struggle to connect virtually? need to improve your digital literacy skills? do you feel isolated from the online world? want to feel confident and safe using your digital devices? Apply for your space in a workshop today! Limited spaces available! *Priority will be given to those 55+ Workshop: Introduction to Zoom 🗓️ Monday, September 11 - 9am PST / 12pm EST Learn the basics of using Zoom, including what Zoom is, how to get Zoom, and how to best use this video conferencing tool plus fun tips and tricks! Thank you to all who participated. Workshop: The Importance of Connection in Relation to Mental Health 🗓️ Tuesday, October 10 - 10am PST / 1pm EST Learn how personal connections are vital to mental health. Connecting online can help you supplement in-person connection by letting you discover communities, share with friends and family, connect digitally when you can’t meet in person, and even access mental health services. Registration now open: Click here to register Workshop: Banking and Shopping Online 🗓️ Wednesday, November 8 - 11am PST / 2pm EST Learn useful techniques for protecting your digital information, how to safely navigate the world of online banking, and how virtual shopping responsibly can be a simple and time-saving process. Registration will open October 11, 2023 Workshop: Accessing Government Services 🗓️ Thursday, December 7 - 12pm PST / 3pm EST Learn how to access Government of Canada websites online safely and securely. Registration will open November 9, 2023 Workshop: Recognizing Fake News 🗓️ Friday, January 12 - 10am PST / 1pm EST Learn how to be critical of what you read and see online! Recognize the signs that information is not credible, is biased, or is incorrect to easily identify fake news when you see it. Registration will open December 8, 2023 Workshop: Logging Out - Preparing Your Digital Life for End of Life 🗓️ Saturday, February 10 - 2pm PST / 5pm EST Learn how to prepare your digital accounts for end of life. Find out how to designate legacy contacts, memorialize accounts, and discover best practices for ensuring your documents and information are safe. Registration will open January 13, 2024