Learning and Lectures
Photoshop Basics
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A great workshop for anyone wanting to try photo editing with Adobe Photoshop. VPL is offering a 90-minute, hands-on workshop that teaches you how to apply several popular visual effects.
Workshop Details:
Location: Central Library
Email: [email protected] |
Coast Mental Health Culinary Program
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The program targets young adults aged 19-30, who experience mental illness or who have experienced mental illness in the past. It is designed to offer a unique blend of foundational skills in a supportive environment
Program Details:
Other Information:
The Program Schedule:
Email: [email protected] |
Centre for whale research
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For over 40 years, the Center for Whale Research (CWR) has been the leading organization studying the Southern Resident killer whales (SRKW). Our scientific research has created the longest-running data set about the Southern Residents’ behavior, health, and social dynamics.
Our studies and regular health assessments of the gravely endangered Southern Resident orca population uniquely qualify us to provide evidence-based direction to elected officials about conservation objectives that will meet the whales’ critical Salish Sea habitat needs. Are you interested in learning more? |
Stanley Park Notebook
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The Stanley Park Notebook is a section of The West End Journal publication that provides updates about Stanley Park, Vancouver ecology, and other outdoorsy topics. The January updates are courtesy of Chris Rothery, a Community Engagement Coordinator with the Stanley Park Ecology Society.
Topics in this months blog include:
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Computer Technician Training Program
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Whether you are looking to advance your current career, explore a new professional path, or validate your expertise with a certification, this course is your gateway to a thriving future in the world of IT.
The Computer Technician Training is tailored for individuals seeking to broaden their knowledge in ICT, as well as individuals contemplating a career entry into the IT sector. People aspiring to attain A+ certification will find this course invaluable because it covers all the information needed to pass the two CompTIA A+ certification exams. Program Details:
*2025 lectures TBD Times: Mondays | 2: pm - 4 pm (lectures) Plus 1-2 additional hours during the week To register, please contact your clinician or Ian's Phone: 604-209-0365 |
The Libby App
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Vancouver Public Library offers the Libby app to everyone in Vancouver. It lets you browse e-books, magazines, and audio books with your device.
Features include:
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Computer Fundamentals Workshop
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Services:
We provide 1-o-n-1 lessons, customized to each client; virtual instructor-lead technology courses; online, self-paced tutorials; and certification training. Enrollment: Our general courses are free. Navigate to our tutorials section and choose the course that best suits your needs. Set your own schedule and work at your own pace. Certification Training: We can provide the building blocks for a career in IT with our certification trainings. For more information join our email list. |
Computer Tutorials
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Kits Neighbourhood House offers one-on-one tutorials on how to use your devices. All you need to bring is your device and any questions you may have.
Dates: Times vary based on the volunteers' availability Cost: Free to members Location: 2305 West 7th Ave, Vancouver To schedule a session:
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Earthquake Preparedness: Apartment Living
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Find the full list of all city earthquake workshops here. You need a City of Vancouver account first, and you sign up for that here. Here is some more detailed information about how to protect yourself from an earthquake, here. |
All In The Mind Podcast
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All in the Mind is a podcast that explores all things mental: the mind, brain, and behaviour. It covers everything from addiction and mental illness to artificial intelligence. The podcast frequently has special guests, including healthcare professionals, scientists, athletes, and members of the community.
Recent Episode Topics:
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Liberal Arts 55+ Program
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SFU’s Liberal Arts and 55+ Program has been offering intellectually rich non-credit courses to older adult learners since the 1970s. There is a wide range of courses, from art and literature to history, science, philosophy and more.
Program Features:
Contact page Email: [email protected] Phone: 778-782-8000 |
Decentral
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Our community is inspired by the ideas behind Bitcoin, Decentralization, and the Open Source movement.
We host meetups for forward thinking individuals to connect with like-minded people. We believe Cryptocurrency will support the Open Source movement, creating financially sustainable systems for both global and local communities. This is a shared meetup, if you are interested in hosting an event please make a request to [email protected] |
Free Indigenous Awareness Courses
University of Alberta
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Indigenous Canada is a 12-lesson online course from the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Native Studies that explores Indigenous histories and contemporary issues in Canada.
From an Indigenous perspective, this course explores key issues facing Indigenous peoples today from a historical and critical perspective highlighting national and local Indigenous-settler relations. Topics for the 12 lessons include the fur trade and other exchange relationships, land claims and environmental impacts, legal systems and rights, political conflicts and alliances, Indigenous political activism, and contemporary Indigenous life, art and its expressions. Commitment: 12 weeks of study, 2—3 hours/week This course consists of:
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BCIT [British Columbia Institute of Technology]
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BCIT Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships offers a free Indigenous Awareness course. The course contains the following three modules:
Module 1: Indigenous Peoples Module 2: Colonization Module 3: Decolonization Those who are not part of the BCIT community may get access to the Indigenous Awareness course for free by registering at the page linked at the button below. |
Choices Market - Free Health Webinars
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Choices Markets Nutrition and Wellness Webinars:
Upcoming Webinar Topics:
Past Webinar Topics Include:
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Thursday Lunch Time Art Tours
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Join CAG Assistant Curator Julia Lamare for a lunch time tour of the current exhibitions.
Closed for installation TBD Date: First Thursday of every month Time: 12:30 pm - 1pm Location: Contemporary Art Gallery 555 Nelson Street, Vancouver Cost: Free |
Peer Support Worker Training Application
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Peer support workers are individuals with "lived experience" of mental health, psychological trauma, and/or substance use issues.
They provide an invaluable level of expertise in helping their peers that is not replicated by professional training. Their role includes helping their peers articulate and monitor their goals for recovery, practice new skills, support them in their treatment, modeling effective coping techniques, advocate for them to obtain effective services, and develop and implement recovery plans. These activities help their peers to better understand their challenges, build their confidence, and develop a strong sense of self-empowerment. |
Overdose Response Naloxone Training
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The 2023 Peer Facilitated Overdose Response Naloxone Training Schedule is now available online.
Location: Robert & Lily Lee Family CHC - 1669 E Broadway, Vancouver Cost: Free |
UBC Learning Exchange - Drop-In Activities
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Anyone is welcome to stop by to utilize the computers, engage in arts, culture, and current events, or simply unwind
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Hours: Wed and Thurs
Phone: 604-827-2777 Location: 612 Main St, Vancouver |
Communication & Group Facilitation, Skill Building & Training Workshop
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Vancouver Coastal Health will be facilitating a Communication & Group Facilitation Workshop Series on
Ongoing throughout the year email Bernice for the latest dates This workshop series will take place in-person at 1669 E Broadway, Vancouver. This course requires pre-registration. If you are interested, please contact, Bernice Lee at Email: [email protected]. Cell: (604) 862-0317 Phone: (604) 675-3980 ext. 20351 Location: 110 - 1669 E Broadway |
Peer Programs and Work Opportunities at VCH
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Introduction to VCH Peer Programs and Work Opportunities
Check back again for updates |
Learn A New Language
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Mango Languages
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Speakers Series by Vancouver Entrepreneurs Toastmasters Club
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Looking to enhance your public speaking skills or starting from scratch? Our club has got you covered with something for everyone:
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Truth and Reconciliation
Read the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls to Action
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Hope Matters Podcast
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Podcast: The Power of Disability
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In the first episode, Al interviews Victoria Maxwell, the Bipolar Princess. |
Podcast: Below the Radar
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Below the Radar: Podcast
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Vancouver Wildlife Live Cameras
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The Pacific Great Blue Herons have returned to the colony at the Park Board office at 2099 Beach Avenue.
The Hancock Wildlife Foundation has live cams next to eagle nests in Delta, Harrison Hills, White Rock, Surrey, and French Creek. The Foundation teaches about wildlife and conservation, with a focus on bald eagles. By offering live streams of the eagles, they seek to engage the public while fostering appreciation and understanding.
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LinkedIn Learning - Access for Free
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LinkedIn Learning offers online courses taught by professionals
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More Online Learning for Free
Love learning or have a specific skill or knowledge area you would like to develop? There are several websites that offer free online courses.
FutureLearn
Courses vary in length. Most are six to ten weeks long but they also have some shorter two and three week courses. Most are delivered by universities. Free course membership gets you access to the course for its duration + 14 days, regardless of when you join.
Sample courses:
Food and Mood: Improving Mental Health Through Diet and Nutrition https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/food-and-mood
Thrive at Home: Better understand work-life balance, mental health and motivation so that you can thrive at home during the coronavirus outbreak.
Using FutureLearn
Coursera
Free courses from universities and companies. Learn at your own pace, 100% online. Duration of courses vary enormously, from a couple of weeks to 6 months or more.
Sample courses/ specializations:
Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself Specialization
The Science of Well-Being
Check out Coursera; view the topics drop-down menu under ‘Explore’
Khan Academy
Khan Academy is a nonprofit with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. Learn for free about math, art, computer programming, economics, physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, finance, history, and more.
Sample courses:
Pixar in a Box: The Art of Storytelling
Other learning:
Interviews with Entrepreneurs
Personal Finance
Check out Khan Academy - view the drop-down menu under 'Courses'.
FutureLearn
Courses vary in length. Most are six to ten weeks long but they also have some shorter two and three week courses. Most are delivered by universities. Free course membership gets you access to the course for its duration + 14 days, regardless of when you join.
Sample courses:
Food and Mood: Improving Mental Health Through Diet and Nutrition https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/food-and-mood
Thrive at Home: Better understand work-life balance, mental health and motivation so that you can thrive at home during the coronavirus outbreak.
Using FutureLearn
Coursera
Free courses from universities and companies. Learn at your own pace, 100% online. Duration of courses vary enormously, from a couple of weeks to 6 months or more.
Sample courses/ specializations:
Memoir and Personal Essay: Write About Yourself Specialization
The Science of Well-Being
Check out Coursera; view the topics drop-down menu under ‘Explore’
Khan Academy
Khan Academy is a nonprofit with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. Learn for free about math, art, computer programming, economics, physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, finance, history, and more.
Sample courses:
Pixar in a Box: The Art of Storytelling
Other learning:
Interviews with Entrepreneurs
Personal Finance
Check out Khan Academy - view the drop-down menu under 'Courses'.
Creative Mornings Vancouver
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Creative Mornings
'We bring together people who are driven by passion and purpose, confident that they will inspire one another, and inspire change in neighborhoods and cities around the world.' Location: SFU Woodward's Goldcorp Centre for the Arts 149 West Hastings Street Dates: Vary, but it's a monthly series Time: 8:30 am - 10 am (be there by 8:45 or you forfeit your ticket) Cost: Free Due to popularity in Vancouver causing tickets to immediately sell out, they use a waitlist as a registration system and they randomly award tickets using a lottery system. Lucky ticket winners are informed by email. |
Computer Lessons / Drop in Internet Access in Kitsilano
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Computer Access
Public access computers are available at these two Kitsilano locations. Some other neighbourhood houses offer similar computer access and tutorials - check the one near you!
NOTE: no printer availability at either site One-on-One Computer Tutorials Book an appointment to spend an hour with a volunteer computer tutor and learn the basics for operating your computer, laptop, or tablet! Learn skills for using email, accessing the internet, social media, common software programs, and more! FREE with a current KNH membership or by donation. Tutorial appointment days & times vary depending on volunteer availability. To book Kits House Front Desk, Phone: 604-736-3588 |
EDX.org - Free On-line Classes
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EdX offers free online courses and classes [free to audit... certificates do cost]. Find the latest MOOC from the world's best universities including MIT, Harvard, Berkeley, UT and others.
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Lecture Series from UBC Green College
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