This program aims to enhance the digital skills of social assistance recipients and low-income individuals in Peel. The program covers both of Beginner level in three weeks and Intermediate in 2 weeks. The program is delivered in four days/ week for a total of five weeks (20 classes for each course). It is repeated for five times including 15 participants in each course and using 15 laptops that are sat up as a computer lab for participants at MIAG’s facility. Total number of participants for the whole program is 75 participants.

The objective of the Digital Literacy 101 Program is to train individuals on the necessary digital literacy skills to participate in the labour market and everyday life effectively. The program follows the Region of Peel curriculum recommendations and includes learner assessment plan for students. It is delivered in-person to offer a practical learning opportunity for students to practice learnings and to do in-class assignments.

Potential students have to complete an intake form to assess their eligibility to participate in the program. Priority is given to social assistance recipients, then to low-income people who reside in Peel.

For any questions regarding the program or registration please contact Project Coordinator, Mayada Yousif by email: mayada@miag.ca or by phone 416-669-2898

This project is funded by the Region of Peel.