Free Community Workshops

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 April

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English
Cantonese
Mandarin
Farsi
Ukranian
Korean

Mondays and Wednesdays (Weekly) Senior Choir Group

Explore diverse musical repertoires in our new weekly choir group designed for music enthusiasts and led by a skilled instructor. Hone your vocal talent and join a vibrant community of music lovers.

  • Free Program (in Mandarin)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • Mondays (11:00 am to 2:00 pm)
  • Wednesdays (9:00 am to 12:00 pm)

Tuesdays (Weekly) Technology Class for Seniors

Learn how to use technology to assist your daily life. Learn how to create and use email, how to change your password, how to use online banking, how to use social platforms, and more… This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Workshop (in Mandarin)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Tuesdays (April 2, April 9) 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

Tuesdays (Weekly) Volunteer English Training

Are you interested in volunteering in the community and want to enhance your English skills? Learn common English phrases that will be invaluable during your next volunteer experience.

  • Free Program (in Mandarin)
  • Online via Zoom
  • 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Wednesdays (Weekly) Technology Clinic

Do you have a problem with your smartphone or computer? This clinic provides one-on-one assistance with devices. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Clinic (in English and Mandarin)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Wednesdays (April 3, April 10) 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

Thursdays (Weekly) Technology Class for Seniors

Learn how to use technology to assist your daily life. Learn how to create and use email, how to change your password, how to use online banking, how to use social platforms, and more… This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Workshop (in English and Cantonese)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Thursdays (Weekly) Technology Clinic

Do you have a problem with your smartphone or computer? This clinic provides one-on-one assistance with devices. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Clinic (in Cantonese)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Thursdays (April 4, 11, 18) Resume Clinic (By Appointment)

If you are looking to improve your resume, we are here to help. We can proofread your resume and ensure that your skills and experience are well tailored to the job you are applying.

  • Free Clinic (in English)
  • Online via Zoom
  • 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Fridays (April 5, 12, 19, 26) 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

Friday, April 5 Seniors’ Field Trip to Royal Ontario Museum

Join us for a free tour of the ROM (Royal Ontario Museum) for seniors. Explore the iconic objects in the museum during the day, enjoying highlights of arts, culture, and nature, throughout the world and throughout time.

  • Free Event (in English)
  • In-Person
  • 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Friday, April 12 Subsidized Housing

Learn about subsidized housing, how to apply for rent-geared-to-income housing, housing-related financial program, and more.

  • Free Online Workshop (in Farsi)
  • 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Tuesday, April 16 Resume Writing

Learn how to write a resume, how to describe your skills, practical tips for using ChatGPT, and more.

  • Free Online Workshop (in Ukranian)
  • 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Thursday, April 18 Employment Rights at Work

Learn how to protect your rights at work. This workshop will provide information on how to access free legal advice services, the Employment Standard Act (ESA), and who is covered and not covered.

  • Free Workshop (in English)
  • Online via Zoom
  • 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Thursday, April 25 Financial Literacy 1

This workshop will provide information about different bank accounts, how to open an account, debit cards, credit cards, and credit scores.

  • Free Online Workshop (in Farsi)
  • 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Workshops in English

Tuesdays (April 2, April 9) 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 (Weekly) Technology Clinic

Do you have a problem with your smartphone or computer? This clinic provides one-on-one assistance with devices. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Clinic (in English and Mandarin)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Wednesdays (April 3, April 10) 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

Thursdays (Weekly) Technology Class for Seniors

Learn how to use technology to assist your daily life. Learn how to create and use email, how to change your password, how to use online banking, how to use social platforms, and more… This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Workshop (in English and Cantonese)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Thursdays (April 4, 11, 18) Resume Clinic (By Appointment)

If you are looking to improve your resume, we are here to help. We can proofread your resume and ensure that your skills and experience are well tailored to the job you are applying.

  • Free Clinic (in English)
  • Online via Zoom
  • 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

Friday, April 5 Seniors’ Field Trip to Royal Ontario Museum

Join us for a free tour of the ROM (Royal Ontario Museum) for seniors. Explore the iconic objects in the museum during the day, enjoying highlights of arts, culture, and nature, throughout the world and throughout time.

  • Free Event (in English)
  • In-Person
  • 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Thursday, April 18 Employment Rights at Work

Learn how to protect your rights at work. This workshop will provide information on how to access free legal advice services, the Employment Standard Act (ESA), and who is covered and not covered.

  • Free Workshop (in English)
  • Online via Zoom
  • 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Workshops in Cantonese

Thursdays (Weekly) Technology Class for Seniors

Learn how to use technology to assist your daily life. Learn how to create and use email, how to change your password, how to use online banking, how to use social platforms, and more… This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Workshop (in English and Cantonese)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Thursdays (Weekly) Technology Clinic

Do you have a problem with your smartphone or computer? This clinic provides one-on-one assistance with devices. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Clinic (in Cantonese)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 11:00 am to 12:00 pm

Workshops in Mandarin

Mondays and Wednesdays (Weekly) Senior Choir Group

Explore diverse musical repertoires in our new weekly choir group designed for music enthusiasts and led by a skilled instructor. Hone your vocal talent and join a vibrant community of music lovers.

  • Free Program (in Mandarin)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • Mondays (11:00 am to 2:00 pm)
  • Wednesdays (9:00 am to 12:00 pm)

Tuesdays (Weekly) Technology Class for Seniors

Learn how to use technology to assist your daily life. Learn how to create and use email, how to change your password, how to use online banking, how to use social platforms, and more… This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Workshop (in Mandarin)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Tuesdays (Weekly) Volunteer English Training

Are you interested in volunteering in the community and want to enhance your English skills? Learn common English phrases that will be invaluable during your next volunteer experience.

  • Free Program (in Mandarin)
  • Online via Zoom
  • 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Wednesdays (Weekly) Technology Clinic

Do you have a problem with your smartphone or computer? This clinic provides one-on-one assistance with devices. This program is for older adults (ages 55 and over).

  • Free Clinic (in English and Mandarin)
  • In-Person (University Settlement)
  • 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Workshops in Farsi

Fridays (April 5, 12, 19, 26) 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

Friday, April 12 Subsidized Housing

Learn about subsidized housing, how to apply for rent-geared-to-income housing, housing-related financial program, and more.

  • Free Online Workshop (in Farsi)
  • 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Thursday, April 25 Financial Literacy 1

This workshop will provide information about different bank accounts, how to open an account, debit cards, credit cards, and credit scores.

  • Free Online Workshop (in Farsi)
  • 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Workshops in Ukranian

Tuesday, April 16 Resume Writing

Learn how to write a resume, how to describe your skills, practical tips for using ChatGPT, and more.

  • Free Online Workshop (in Ukranian)
  • 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Workshops in Korean