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Bonnechere Union Public Library
Technical Support, Computer Training, Makerspace (Bonnechere Union Public Library)
http://bonnechereupl.com/seniors.html
Technical Support - The library offers assistance with basic-level tech support. Topics include basic tablet and smartphone operations, navigating a computer, setting up Bluetooth, navigating social media, etc. Users must complete a request form to apply
Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library
Wi-Fi Hotspots Lending Program (Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library)
https://bradford.library.on.ca/iguana/www.main.cls?surl=hotspots
The library has Wi-Fi hotspots that can be borrowed for up to 1 week at a time. The hotspot provides unlimited internet access through Rogers cellular network. Up to 15 devices can connect to a single hotspot at a time. Need to be 14 years or older and a
Brampton Public Library
MakerSpace (Brampton Public Library)
https://www.bramptonlibrary.ca/index.php/library-services/makerspace-brampton
Request to make items through 3D printing, vinyl cut, or Smile Button. Discuss project virutally with a librarian. (Four Corners, Chinguacousy, Springdale Branch)
Ajax Public Library
Borrow a Mobile Hotspot, 3D Printing, Virtual Stay Connected Training (Ajax Public Library)
http://www.ajaxlibrary.ca/technology
Borrow a Mobile Hotspot - Borrow a mobile hotspot that provides WiFi for smartphones, tablets, and computers through Rogers’ cellular network. The hotspot can be lent for up to 21 days. Must be 16+ and have a full Ajax Public Library Card. Complete the 3D
Brookfield Institute
Digitally Lit
https://tambourine-gecko-emh2.squarespace.com/
Digitally Lit is a project of the Brookfield Institute that uses after-school spaces to introduce youths to integral digital literacy and code education. During the 2 year pilot period, the project's goal is to provide over 1000 Canadian youths from the ages 12-15 who are underrepresented in STEM fields with a program that blends play, hands-on and interactive activities.
Bits and Bytes Computer Club
Bits and Bytes Computer Club
http://www.bitsbytes.ca/index.htm
The Bits and Bytes Computer Club is a progressive, not-for-profit, group for adults aged 50 years or better who wish to gain a better understanding of computers. Based in Kitchener, Ontario, Bits and Bytes offers both paid and free courses in addition to a monthly speaker series. They have both physical classrooms in the Kitchener Downtown Community Centre and virtual course offerings.
University of Waterloo enTECH Club
enTECH@Home
https://www.entech.club/new-page
The enTECH@Home program provides older adults in the Waterloo region with free phone- or email-based technology support. The program is operated by University of Waterloo undergraduate student volunteers who are part of the enTECH club. They operate several digital literacy and tech support initiatives in the Waterloo region.
TechServe
UpTOSpeed
https://www.uptospeedyou.com/
UpTOSpeed is the for-profit arm of TechServe and they provide tech training and support to seniors. They address users' technology needs by providing instantaneous video and written tutorials, timely telephone and video chat technical support, appointment-based 1 on 1 online lesson, and monthly group online lessons. Users must create an account and pay a fee for services.
TechServe
TechServe
https://www.techserveto.com/
Founded in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, TechServe connects tech-savvy millennial volunteers with older adults who just need a little bit of technical help to improve their everyday lives. TechServe is a Canadian non-profit that provides services to older adults through 1-on-1 tech support sessions, workshops in partnerships with older adults’ associations, and a set of online digital literacy resources.
NEONet
Seniors Computer Training Part II
https://www.neonet.on.ca/fr
NEOnet's computer training program for seniors offers volunteer-run workshops to teach various computer skills to seniors. Their updated training materials offer both basic computer skills and more advanced functions such as email and Facebook.