Courses, Workshops and Private Instruction

Our Winter 2026 digital literacy courses and workshops are listed below. We conduct classes for small groups in our classroom which is accessible by elevator.

*We’re giving a $50 discount if you register by May 30 for our upcoming PC Basics Bundle: (1. Introduction to Windows 11; (2. Introduction to Cyber Security; and (3. Device Settings and Digital Accessibility. Further details at the bottom of this page.

For more info or to book a course, please email taegans@atwaterlibrary.ca or phone 514-935-7344 and ask for Taegan Schell.


COURSES FOR BEGINNERS

*Introduction to Windows 11 – Four 2-hour Sessions (8 Hours)
MONDAYS and WEDNESDAYS, June 1, 3, 8 and 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Seniors: $145, Members: $150, Non-Members: $160
Learn how to navigate your operating system, search the Internet, and manage your emails.

*Device Settings and Digital Accessibility – Two 2-hour Sessions (4 hours)
MONDAY and WEDNESDAY, June 15 and 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm
$100 for everyone
Learn more about your device’s settings and how to make using it more comfortable and convenient for you.

COURSES TO DEVELOP SKILLS

*PowerPoint Level I – Two 2-hour Sessions (4 Hours)
SATURDAYS, May 16 and 23 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
$100 for everyone
Learn the basics of creating and editing slides for your presentations.

*Introduction to Excel – Four 2-hour Sessions (8 Hours)
WEDNESDAYS and FRIDAYS, May 20, 22, 27 and 29 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Seniors: $145, Members: $150, Non-Members: $160
Learn how to create budgets and databases and about entering Microsoft Excel.

Intermediate Excel – Four 2-hour Sessions (8 Hours)
WEDNESDAYS and FRIDAYS, June 3, 5, 10 and 12 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Seniors: $145, Members: $150, Non-Members: $160
Includes complex functions and formulas, and cross-referencing data and charts across worksheets.

Advanced Excel – Four 2-hour Sessions (8 Hours)
MONDAYS and FRIDAYS, June 15, 19, 22 and 26 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Seniors: $145, Members: $150, Non-Members: $160
Work with H and VLookup, logical functions, PivotCharts and PivotTables.

*Graphic Design Basics – Two 2-hour Sessions (8 Hours)
MONDAYS, June 22 and 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm
$100 for everyone.
Learn the basics of graphic design, to create posters, presentations, and more using a free account with Canva.com.

DEVICE WORKSHOPS 

*Introduction to Cyber Security – One 2-hour Session
SATURDAY, June 13 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Secure your devices against malware, phishing, and online scams.

Smartphones and Tablets Level I – One 2-hour Session
SATURDAY, June 20 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Learn basic functions, tips, and tricks for your Android devices.

Smartphones and Tablets Level II – One 2-hour Session
SATURDAY, June 27 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Explore the various “bells and whistles” your Android devices have to offer.


ACTIVE PROMOTIONS

*More Learning More Savings
When enrolling in two 2-hour courses, or two 4-hour courses receive $30 off of your subtotal.

*PC Basics Bundle

Register for these 3 courses by May 30 to receive a $50 discount from your total.
Seniors: $320 -> $270, Members: $325 -> $275, Non-Members: $335 -> $285.

Introduction to Windows 11 – Four 2-hour Sessions (8 Hours)
MONDAYS and WEDNESDAYS, June 1, 3, 8 and 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm
Seniors: $145, Members: $150, Non-Members: $160
Learn how to navigate your operating system, search the Internet, and manage your emails.

Introduction to Cyber Security – One 2-hour Session
SATURDAY, June 13 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$75 for everyone
Secure your devices against malware, phishing, and online scams.

Device Settings and Digital Accessibility – Two 2-hour Sessions (4 hours)
MONDAY and WEDNESDAY, June 15 and 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm
$100 for everyone
Learn more about your device’s settings and how to make using it more comfortable and convenient for you.

 

Private instruction customized to your particular needs is also an option. The fee is $50 an hour.

For more info or to book a course, please email taegans@atwaterlibrary.ca or phone 514-935-7344 and ask for Taegan Schell.