Every month, explore a variety of free workshops covering employment, technology, personal finance, health, citizenship and arts-related topics.
Free Community Workshops
Every month, explore a variety of free workshops covering employment, technology, personal finance, health, citizenship and arts-related topics.
Workshops in December
Mondays (December 2, 9) Step-by-Step Technology Assistance for Seniors
A simple, step-by-step small class for seniors who are completely new to smartphones. No experience needed! This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Workshop (in English)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Mondays (December 2, 9, 16) Board Game Club for Seniors
Play games, laugh, connect, and enjoy some light-hearted competition. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Workshop (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Tuesdays (December 3, 10) English Conversation
Join a small group of fellow students and work with professional Canadian tutors as you practice speaking in English. Improve your speaking and listening skills and build your confidence in this program.
- Free Workshop (in English)
- Online via Zoom
- 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Wednesdays and Thursdays (Weekly) Qigong for Seniors
Qigong combines gentle movements, breathing techniques, and meditation to balance the body’s energy. Join this class and improve your overall well-being. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Program (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Wednesdays (December 5, 11) English Writing
In small group sessions, led by professional tutors, you will improve your English writing ability through reading articles, short stories, and practicing the use of words and phrases to express your ideas.
- Free Workshop (in English)
- Online via Zoom
- 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Fridays (December 6, 13, 20) Citizenship Test Preparation
Conducted in Farsi, these classes will help you prepare for the Citizenship Test. Learn about your rights and responsibilities in becoming a Canadian citizen. Our online Citizenship Test Preparation Classes include mock test questions.
- Free Program (in Farsi)
- Online via Zoom
- 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Monday, December 9 Diabetes
Learn about the relationship between healthy eating and diabetes.
- Free Workshop (in Korean)
- In-Person
- 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Monday, December 9 Credit Score and Report
Conducted in Mandarin, this workshop will provide information on how to increase your financial credit and check your credit score.
- Free Program (in Mandarin)
- Online via Zoom
- 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Tuesday, December 10 Financial Literacy
Learn about the financial skills needed to manage a healthy financial life. This is the ultimate guide to financial literacy for adults.
- Free Workshop (in Ukrainian)
- Online via Zoom
- 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Thursday, December 12 Tenant’s Rights and Responsibilities
Join our guest speaker for an in-depth presentation on renters’ rights and responsibilities in Ontario.
- Free Workshop (in English)
- Online via Zoom
- 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Friday, December 13 Seniors’ Christmas Gathering
Join us for a festive potluck, fun games, and great company. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Program (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Monday, December 16 Movie Day for Seniors
End your week with a cinematic treat! Join us for an afternoon of classic and contemporary films from around the world. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Program (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Tuesday, December 17 Music Treasure Box: Workshop Series on Chinese Music Appreciation
Learn how to analyze and appreciate Chinese music in this workshop series.
- Free Workshop on Zoom (in Cantonese/Mandarin)
- 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Workshops in English
Mondays (December 2, 9) Step-by-Step Technology Assistance for Seniors
A simple, step-by-step small class for seniors who are completely new to smartphones. No experience needed! This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Workshop (in English)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Mondays (December 2, 9, 16) Board Game Club for Seniors
Play games, laugh, connect, and enjoy some light-hearted competition. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Workshop (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Tuesdays (December 3, 10) English Conversation
Join a small group of fellow students and work with professional Canadian tutors as you practice speaking in English. Improve your speaking and listening skills and build your confidence in this program.
- Free Workshop (in English)
- Online via Zoom
- 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Wednesdays and Thursdays (Weekly) Qigong for Seniors
Qigong combines gentle movements, breathing techniques, and meditation to balance the body’s energy. Join this class and improve your overall well-being. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Program (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Wednesdays (December 5, 11) English Writing
In small group sessions, led by professional tutors, you will improve your English writing ability through reading articles, short stories, and practicing the use of words and phrases to express your ideas.
- Free Workshop (in English)
- Online via Zoom
- 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Thursday, December 12 Tenant’s Rights and Responsibilities
Join our guest speaker for an in-depth presentation on renters’ rights and responsibilities in Ontario.
- Free Workshop (in English)
- Online via Zoom
- 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Friday, December 13 Seniors’ Christmas Gathering
Join us for a festive potluck, fun games, and great company. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Program (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Monday, December 16 Movie Day for Seniors
End your week with a cinematic treat! Join us for an afternoon of classic and contemporary films from around the world. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Program (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Workshops in Chinese
Mondays (December 2, 9, 16) Board Game Club for Seniors
Play games, laugh, connect, and enjoy some light-hearted competition. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Workshop (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 9:00 am to 11:00 am
Wednesdays and Thursdays (Weekly) Qigong for Seniors
Qigong combines gentle movements, breathing techniques, and meditation to balance the body’s energy. Join this class and improve your overall well-being. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Program (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 8:00 am to 9:00 am
Monday, December 9 Credit Score and Report
Conducted in Mandarin, this workshop will provide information on how to increase your financial credit and check your credit score.
- Free Program (in Mandarin)
- Online via Zoom
- 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Friday, December 13 Seniors’ Christmas Gathering
Join us for a festive potluck, fun games, and great company. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Program (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Monday, December 16 Movie Day for Seniors
End your week with a cinematic treat! Join us for an afternoon of classic and contemporary films from around the world. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).
- Free Program (in English/Chinese)
- In-Person (University Settlement)
- 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Tuesday, December 17 Music Treasure Box: Workshop Series on Chinese Music Appreciation
Learn how to analyze and appreciate Chinese music in this workshop series.
- Free Workshop on Zoom (in Cantonese/Mandarin)
- 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Workshops in Farsi
Fridays (December 6, 13, 20) Citizenship Test Preparation
Conducted in Farsi, these classes will help you prepare for the Citizenship Test. Learn about your rights and responsibilities in becoming a Canadian citizen. Our online Citizenship Test Preparation Classes include mock test questions.
- Free Program (in Farsi)
- Online via Zoom
- 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Workshops in Ukrainian
Tuesday, December 10 Financial Literacy
Learn about the financial skills needed to manage a healthy financial life. This is the ultimate guide to financial literacy for adults.
- Free Workshop (in Ukrainian)
- Online via Zoom
- 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Workshops in Korean
Monday, December 9 Diabetes
Learn about the relationship between healthy eating and diabetes.
- Free Workshop (in Korean)
- In-Person
- 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm