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• Technology Information and Knowledge Sharing Virtual Workshop: Intro to Data & Cloud Storage

  • When
    03 Mar 2026
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    10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
  • Location
    Zoom platform and dial-in option

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  Facilitator: Human Endeavour / HOPE Resource Hub SALC team, Technology, Access, Support for Seniors (TASS) team
  

  Workshop Theme: Intro to Data & Cloud Storage

  Topics covered:

  • What is Cloud Storage?
  • Types of Storage
  • Why Use Cloud Storage?
  • Uploading, Downloading & Organizing Files
  • Practical Examples
  • Question & Answer period

  Free for Seniors Active Living Centres (SALCs), OACAO members/partners and organizations serving seniors!

  Participation can be done Virtually (with live multilingual captioning) or by Telephone.

  If you have any concerns about connection please email julie@oacao.org
  

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• Empowering Older Adults in Today's Workforce

  • When
    05 Mar 2026
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    10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
  • Location
    Zoom platform and dial-in option

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  Join us for the Capacity Building Workshop: 

  Empowering Older Adults in Today's Workforce

  Presented by Peel Career Assessment Services Inc

  In collaboration with Older Adult Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO) 

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  Join us to explore how Centres can effectively support older adults who are working or returning to work.

  This free one-hour webinar will highlight: 

  • Comprehensive skills and functional capacity assessments
  • Aligning abilities and interests with career pathways using the NOC Framework
  • Supporting employment readiness and commitment planning
  • Digital literacy and technology upskilling strategies
  • Resume development and effective job search tools
  • Workplace accommodation awareness

  Featuring insights from PCAS- Vocational Assessment and Training Services

  Speaker: Mr. Devanand Maharaj,

  Executive Director, Peel Career Assessment Services

  www.peelcareer.com

  Free webinar for Seniors Active Living Centres and OACAO Members/Partners and their staff, volunteers and older adults.

  Participation can be done virtually (with live multilingual captioning) or by telephone

  You will receive login information prior to the webinar. Registration closes Thursday March 5th   9:00AM EDT. If you have any concerns about registration, please email emily@oacao.org. 

  With funding provided by the Government of Ontario

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Social Media (Engagement Essentials: Simple Senior Centre Social Media Campaigns That Deliver Results!

  • When
    24 Mar 2026
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    1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Zoom platform and dial-in option

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  Join us for the Capacity Building Workshop: 

  Social Media- EnGagement Essentials: Simple Senior Centre Social Media Campaigns that deliver Results!

  Presented by Senior Lifestyles PRO

  In collaboration with Older Adult Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO) and Senior Lifestyles PRO 

  This free one-hour webinar:

  • Learn some effective social media marketing tips and tricks
  • Understand the basics of Facebook Instagram and YouTube Marketing

  Free webinar for Seniors Active Living Centres and OACAO Members/Partners and their staff, volunteers and older adults.

  Participation can be done virtually (with live multilingual captioning) or by telephone

  You will receive login information prior to the webinar. Registration closes Thursday March 24th   9:00AM EDT. If you have any concerns about registration, please email emily@oacao.org. 

  With funding provided by the Government of Ontario

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• OACAO Golden Horseshoe Region In-Person Event - Granny Basketball® Overview and 'Learn to Play' session.

  • When
    26 Mar 2026
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    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Trafalgar Park Community Centre - 133 Rebecca St. Oakville, ON L6K 1J5

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  In-Person Event: OACAO update, Lunch and Networking, followed by Granny Basketball® Program Overview and 'Learn to Play' session. 

  Topic: Granny Basketball® Overview and 'Learn to Play' session

  Presenter: Vicky Merrick, Toronto Chill Coach/Player,                                                 Toronto Chill Granny Basketball® Team

  Join Toronto Chill coach and team members to learn about the Granny Basketball® league, and how you can bring it to your municipality or centre.

  Enjoy a light lunch, networking, OACAO updates, and a program overview of Granny Basketball. The Toronto Chill coach and players will host a friendly ‘Learn to Play’ demonstration and teaching session on the court, followed by a friendly, safe and inclusive scrimmage. Many opportunities to ask questions and learn how this league or a similar activity could work at your Senior Centre.

  Join the Toronto Chill Basketball team for a safe and inclusive Learn to Play session on the court! Wear comfortable clothing and gym or court shoes for safety (low-profile athletic shoes, such as tennis shoes, are recommended).

  Space is limited; please register early to avoid disappointment.

  Free event for OACAO Member centres - staff, volunteers and members.

  If you have questions or would like assistance with registration, please email admin@oacao.org or call 905-584-8125, or toll-free at 1-866-835-7693.

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