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SUMMARY:Using Plain Language Principles
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, February 3\, 2023\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Wendy Peverett \nDescription: \nDid you know that approximately 40% of adult Albertans struggle with literacy and numeracy? Do you use Plain language principles in your programs? Plain language is writing for your audience in a clear\, concise way that helps ensure that your message is understood the first time. It is about using simple vocabulary that makes your writing more effective and inclusive. In this workshop\, we will: \n\nExamine who your audience is\nExplore ways to ensure your writing works for your audience\nReview Plain Language Best Practices\nLearn new strategies\nPractice\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/plain-language/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230131T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230131T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
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SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - Evenings Part 3
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesdays\, January 17\, 24\, and 31\, 2023\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Launa Clark\, Imagine Insitute \nDescription: \nIn these three-part evening sessions\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note the following:\n\n– Priority will be given to ECALA-funded agencies. If interest in the sessions exceeds availability\, we will consider repeating the sessions in the spring\n\n -This workshop is the same content as the January 23\, 2023\, Unconscious and Implicit Bias full-day session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-and-implicit-bias-evenings-part-3/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T231749Z
UID:6742-1674810000-1674820800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Class Visit and Edmonton Literacy Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, January 27\, 2023 \nTime:\nPart 1: 9:00 am – 10:20 am\nPart 2: 10:30 – 12:00 pm \nWhere: Online (Zoom links to be sent before the event) \nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire\, Marnie Rempel Friesen & Debbie Clark \nDescription: \nThis is a two-part session and participants are welcome to attend both or either part. \nPart One: Class Visits \nWe want to host a conversation to discuss process and feedback for CALP-funded class visits. Edmonton CALP-funded agencies have agreed to support ECALA staff to attend classes during the funding year. ECALA staff currently visit most classes once per funding year. The class visits have provided opportunities for educators or volunteers to ask ECALA staff questions before and after class\, request support with accessing materials or resources and discuss any professional development needs they have. ECALA would like to create a guidance document on class visits during the session based on ideas and input from Edmonton CALP-funded agencies. \nPart Two: Edmonton Literacy Coalition \nThe idea of collaborating on Adult Foundational Literacy priorities in Edmonton was introduced at the ECALA Fall Community Conversation. If you are interested in continuing to participate and determine priorities and activities for the Coalition\, please register. \nPlease note: this event is for ECALA-funded agencies only. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-class-visit-and-edmonton-literacy-coalition/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20230118T232701Z
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SUMMARY:Padlet Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, January 26\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: \nDescription: \nThis hour-long session will provide you an opportunity for guided practice on Padlet. You’re welcome to bring a Padlet that you’re working on\, or one that you may have already used with learners. We expect you to have a Padlet account and at least be familiar with the platform to join this informal session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/padlet-playtime/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20221123T200608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T200608Z
UID:6681-1674583200-1674590400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - Evenings Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesdays\, January 17\, 24\, and 31\, 2023\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Launa Clark\, Imagine Insitute \nDescription: \nIn these three-part evening sessions\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note the following:\n\n– Priority will be given to ECALA-funded agencies. If interest in the sessions exceeds availability\, we will consider repeating the sessions in the spring\n\n -This workshop is the same content as the January 23\, 2023\, Unconscious and Implicit Bias full-day session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-and-implicit-bias-evenings-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20221020T161309Z
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UID:6587-1674466200-1674491400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - Full Day
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, January 23\, 2023\nTime: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Launa Clark\, Imagine Insitute \nDescription: \nIn this full-day session\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note the following:\n\n– Priority will be given to ECALA-funded agencies. If interest in the sessions exceeds availability\, we will consider repeating the sessions in the spring\n\n -This workshop is a repeat of the January Unconscious and Implicit Bias evening sessions. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-and-implicit-bias-full-day-january/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20221214T193834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T193834Z
UID:6738-1674043200-1674046800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English Language Learning Resource Sharing
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, January 18\, 2023\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire \nDescription: \nThis session is exactly what’s in the name — We want to provide a space for ELL educators (instructors\, facilitators\, teachers\, tutors\, coordinators\, etc.) to come together and share resources that work well for your learners! Come prepared to share a resource with the group (2-4 minutes). \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ell-resource-sharing/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20221123T200456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T200456Z
UID:6678-1673978400-1673985600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - Evenings Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesdays\, January 17\, 24\, and 31\, 2023\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Launa Clark\, Imagine Insitute \nDescription: \nIn these three-part evening sessions\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note the following:\n\n– Priority will be given to ECALA-funded agencies. If interest in the sessions exceeds availability\, we will consider repeating the sessions in the spring\n\n -This workshop is the same content as the January 23\, 2023\, Unconscious and Implicit Bias full-day session. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-and-implicit-bias-evening-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20221116T161018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T161018Z
UID:6612-1670234400-1670241600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Positivity Works
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, December 5\, 2022\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Chelséa Legg-St.Pierre and Wendy Peverett \nDescription: \nIn the past\, our learners may have had negative experiences while trying to learn. One way we can support their learning is to create a positive learning environment. In this workshop\, we will look at how we can modify our communication style to be more supportive by: \n\nLooking at how to incorporate positive teacher language when working with our learners\nLearning the differences between fixed and growth mindsets\nPracticing changing what we say to our learners to be more supportive\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/positivity-works/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20221020T155314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T155314Z
UID:6578-1669809600-1669813200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Padlet Lunch n Learn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, November 30\, 2022\nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire and Wendy Peverett \nDescription: \nThis quick Lunch and Learn session will introduce the popular\, free online tool\, Padlet. We will explore basic features of Padlet and the ways you can utilize this tool in your learning opportunities. Classes in all funded categories can benefit from introducing this tool. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/padlet-lunch-n-learn-nov-2022/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221129T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221129T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20221116T161619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T161619Z
UID:6631-1669743000-1669750200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Onboarding New Staff
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, November 29\, 2022\nTime: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Marnie Rempel Friesen and Chelséa Legg-St.Pierre \nDescription: \nIn the past\, our learners may have had negative experiences while trying to learn. One way we can support their learning is to create a positive learning environment. In this workshop\, we will look at how we can modify our communication style to be more supportive by: \n\nLooking at how to incorporate positive teacher language when working with our learners\nLearning the differences between fixed and growth mindsets\nPracticing changing what we say to our learners to be more supportive\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-onboarding-new-staff/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221125T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20221028T184051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T184450Z
UID:6594-1669363200-1669375800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Fall Community Conversations 2022
DESCRIPTION:Date: November 25\, 2022\nTime: \n\n8:00 – 9:00 am Networking (optional time to visit and update each other)\n9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Sharing\, Updates and Conversation Topics\n\nWhere: Online\, the Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the session \nFacilitator: Debbie Clark\, Executive Director\, ECALA \nDescription:  \nJoin Grant Recipient leadership staff in virtual conversations and networking. \nThe proposed topics for the morning include: \n\n Interim (Annual) Report requirements and timeline\nNEW ECALA Facilitator Feedback Process and Form used for Class Visits\nNEW ECALA Learner Page\nAnnual Report 2021 – 2022 Feedback\nEdmonton Literacy Coalition Reboot?\nECALA Indigenous Literacy Curriculum and Resources Project\nUpdates from Advanced Education\nQ & A\n\nPlease note this event is for ECALA Funded Agencies. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-fall-community-conversations-2022/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221104T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221104T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20221020T154718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T154855Z
UID:6572-1667554200-1667561400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Classroom Structure and Routine
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, November 4\, 2022\nTime: 9:30 – 11:30 am\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire and Wendy Peverett \nDescription: \nThis session will look at the importance of bringing some structure and routine to your learning opportunity. We will examine why they are needed as well as look at some of the components that help you and your learners be successful. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-classroom-structure-and-routine/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220920T180811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T181128Z
UID:6501-1666616400-1666623600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA OME Training
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, October 24\, 2022\nTime: 1:00 – 3:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: Leanne Adegbonmire and Marnie Rempel Friesen\, ECALA Grant Liaisons \nDescription:\nThis session will introduce the ECALA Outcomes\, Measurement and Evaluation (OME) table and explore the different measurements that educators must collect and report on in accordance with the Community Adult Learning Programs (CALP) Guidelines 2020. This session is for anyone who is interacting with learners or filling out ECALA reports. \nPlease note that this PD is for ECALA grant recipients as they use a different process than CALPs. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-ome-training-oct-2022/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221004T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221004T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220908T164215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T202650Z
UID:6497-1664904600-1664911800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Onboarding New Staff (Evening)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, October 4\, 2022\nTime: 5:30 – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitators: ECALA Staff \nDescription: \nAre you a new staff member (manager\, coordinator\, ED\, or instructor) at an ECALA-funded agency? We want to meet you! Come join us online for an introduction to who ECALA is\, what ECALA does\, and how ECALA can support you. \nWe plan to go over: \n\nECALA Guidelines\nA brief introduction to Outcomes\, Measurements\, and Evaluation (OME)\nECALA Professional Development Opportunities\nNetworking and meeting new staff in your field\nAnything else you would like to add!\n\nPlease note that this PD is specifically for ECALA grant recipients. \nWe can wait to meet you! Click here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-new-staff-onboarding-evening/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220908T164544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T202718Z
UID:6499-1664874000-1664884800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Onboarding New Staff (Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, October 4\, 2022\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Leanne Rempel & Marnie Rempel Friesen\, ECALA Grant Liaisons \nDescription: \nAre you a new staff member (manager\, coordinator\, ED\, or instructor) at an ECALA-funded agency? We want to meet you! Come join us online for an introduction to who ECALA is\, what ECALA does\, and how ECALA can support you. \nWe plan to go over: \n\nECALA Guidelines\nA brief introduction to Outcomes\, Measurements\, and Evaluation (OME)\nECALA Professional Development Opportunities\nNetworking and meeting new staff in your field\nAnything else you would like to add!\n\nWe can’t wait to meet you! Click here to register. \nPlease note that this PD is specifically for ECALA grant recipients.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-onboarding-new-staff-morning/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220902T182140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T194513Z
UID:6471-1664787600-1664798400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Elder Kerrie Moore\, Trauma and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, October 3\, 2022\nTime: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Elder Kerrie Moore \nDescription: \nTrauma is passed down for seven generations.  Trauma is a repetitive experience that creates behaviours and beliefs which continue epigenetically creating behaviours that are continually expressed. Unless we experience a new positive repetitive behaviour our brain will continue with the old negative behaviours. This workshop will address Trauma and the historical negative patterns which create intergenerational Trauma. \nWe will also explore changing our brain and healing methodologies through an Indigenous and wholistic framework. In order to support resilience within an Indigenous worldview\, a wholistic way of knowing will be identified. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/elder-kerrie-moore-trauma-and-resilience/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220921T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220921T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220629T214447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T210607Z
UID:6202-1663781400-1663785000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA AGM 2022
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday\, September 21\, 2022\nTime: 5:30 – 6:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Debbie Clark\, ECALA Executive Director \nDescription: \nThe ECALA Annual General Meeting is designed to provide an opportunity to share highlights of our collective work and the positive impact on learners’ lives. ECALA staff will share the new Learner’s Page and PD Registration process connected to ECALA’s website. Staff and board members will be participating from Treaty 6 territory home of many First Nations\, Metis and Inuit peoples.\n\nThe Agenda and meeting materials outlined in the ECALA Bylaws will be sent to registrants at the end of August.\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-agm-2022/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230630
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220729T195622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T183831Z
UID:6433-1662681600-1688083199@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Empowered Parenting
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about the health\, safety\, behavior and development of your child.  Watch videos\, have conversations\, and do activities that grow positive relationships and support positive parenting.  Get ideas to feel confident as a parent and to help you connect with your child.  Get to know other parents.  Talk about ways to help your child grow healthy and strong.  Feel supported in your parenting journey and learn new parenting skills.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/empowered-parenting/
CATEGORIES:Central Edmonton,Community Capacity Building,Family Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230701
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220729T194753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T182814Z
UID:6424-1662422400-1688169599@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:English for Community Integration Parkdale-Cromdale (All Levels)
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to improve your ability to read\, write and speak English? At MFRS\, we have a free English language learning course that might interest you. Our classes are small\, and our teachers are friendly. You will have the chance to meet other people\, make friends\, visit Edmonton attractions and learn together. You can bring your children to the course too – at no cost. We will use city buses\, learn about the health care system\, schools\, how to find a job and other topics that interest you.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/english-for-community-integration-parkdale-cromdale/
CATEGORIES:English Language Learning,South East Edmonton
ORGANIZER;CN="Multicultural Family Resource Society":MAILTO:info@mfrsedmonton.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220623T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220426T154248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T154725Z
UID:6033-1655989200-1655994600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Financial Report Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, June 23\, 2022\nTime: 1:00 – 2:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Leanne Rempel & Marnie Rempel Friesen\, ECALA Grant Liaisons \nDescription: \nIn this session\, we will walk through the Category Financial Excel Document. We will express ECALA’s expectations for the complete document to be submitted with the Annual Report. If you are working on the Financials for your agency\, this session is for you. \nPlease note that this PD is for ECALA grant recipients. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/financial-report-info-session/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220620T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220422T175259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T225430Z
UID:5943-1655715600-1655739000@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - June
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, June 20\, 2022\nTime: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Launa Clark\, Imagine Institute for Learning \nDescription: \nIn this full-day session\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities\, this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up in the workplace.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note this workshop is a repeat of May’s Unconscious and Implicit Bias PD. \nThis session is full. We hope to offer a repeat of this training in the fall—the date and time to be announced soon. Please connect with pdcoordinator@ecala.org to add your name to our waitlist.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-bias-june/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T215311Z
UID:6110-1655460000-1655467200@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Findings and Recommendations of the Indigenous Literacy Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, June 17\, 2022\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: LeeAnne Ireland – Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth (USAY) \nDescription: \nLeeAnne Ireland from the Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth (USAY) will present the findings of the Indigenous Literacy Assessment. You will learn about the findings from 152 Indigenous adults\, their opinions on programming models and the recommendations they make to improve adult literacy in Alberta. The presentation also provides insights in systemic and programmatic changes that could improve literacy among Indigenous community members. After the presentation\, you can ask questions and provide insights into your promising practices in this area. \nAlthough the Indigenous Literacy Assessment was for Calgary Learns\, has pertinent information that is relevant to those working with Indigenous adult learners in Edmonton. Her recommendations are not site-specific. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/findings-and-recommendations-of-the-indigenous-literacy-assessment/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220616T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220426T153655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T153655Z
UID:6031-1655384400-1655391600@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Annual Report Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, June 16\, 2022\nTime: 1:00 – 3:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Leanne Rempel & Marnie Rempel Friesen\, ECALA Grant Liaisons \nDescription: \nIn this session\, we will walk through ECALA’s 2021-2022 Annual Report\, which is due July 8th. Come with questions and examples to share with other participants. As a reminder\, this session will focus on the Microsoft Word & Excel documents to be submitted via email. We will not cover the Financials in this session. \nPlease note that this PD is for ECALA grant recipients. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/annual-report-writing-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220603T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220603T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220428T164209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220524T215111Z
UID:6043-1654243200-1654255800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Spring Community Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, June 3\, 2022\nTime: 8:00 am virtual networking; 9:00 – 11:30 a.m. Virtual Conversation\nWhere: Zoom link will be emailed to registrants prior to the session\nFacilitator: Debbie Clark\, Executive Director\, ECALA\nDescription: Do you miss visiting with other agency staff who are funded by ECALA? Do you appreciate quick updates and opportunities to improve and influence reporting? Register for the ECALA Spring Community Conversation and participate in networking and conversations on the following topics: \n\n2022 ECALA Needs Assessment Report\nAdvanced Education Update – Brian Yaeck\, Manager\, Operational Policy and Stakeholder Relations with the Foundational Supports and Skills Development Unit\nSkills for Success Framework: Soft Skill Development\nWe are on the Move – Survey\nQ & A and Updates\n\nPlease note that this PD is for ECALA grant recipients. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-spring-community-conversations-2022/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220510T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220510T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220413T224220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T224823Z
UID:5939-1652205600-1652212800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Unconscious and Implicit Bias - Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Date: Tuesday\, May 10\, 17\, 24\, 2022\nTime: 6:00 – 8:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Launa Clark\, Imagine Institute \nDescription: \nUnconscious Bias – Discovering How Your Bias Shows Up at Work  \nIn these three evening sessions\, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about how unconscious bias works and how it shows up in the places we are the most comfortable. Using research and activities this session will uncover how difficult conversations help uncover bias and how tough conversations are not confrontational but validating. No preparation is necessary\, as you will all come with your biases\, as we all have them. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand unconscious bias and the ways it can show up in the workplace.\nExplore ways bias shows up in the way we interact with colleagues.\nIncrease communication skills related to bias with tools to support challenging conversations related to bias.\nExplore methods to help check bias in the way decisions are made.\n\nPlease note that this workshop will be repeated as a full-day training in June. \nRegistration is now closed. We hope to offer a repeat of this training in the fall. Please connect with pdcoordinator@ecala.org to add your name to our list.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/unconscious-bias-evenings/2022-05-10/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220505T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220421T214719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T154534Z
UID:6025-1651743000-1651748400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Pronunciation Workshop Morning
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, May 5\, 2022\nTime: 9:30 am – 11:00 am\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Dorte Weber\, Rural Routes \nDescription: \nThis session is a continuation of April’s Pronunciation PD. If you weren’t able to join us at the April session\, there will still be plenty of takeaways for you. We will be taking a closer look at the difference between “intelligibility” and “comprehensibility\,” using a dictionary to help learners find the stressed syllables in words and how to teach your learner specific sounds. Dorte will be answering questions as well. \nPlease note that Google Chrome is the preferred web browser to use when accessing the Rural Routes session via Blackboard. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/pronunciation-workshop-morning/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220421T165434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T163434Z
UID:6023-1651482000-1651492800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:Indigenous Adult Literacy Curriculum and Resource Development Project Launch
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, May 2\, 2022\nTime: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nWhere: In-Person\, Edmonton Inn\, 11834 Kingsway Avenue\, Room: Courtyard Ballroom \nDescription: \nJoin members of ECALA\, Elders\, Traditional Knowledge Keepers\, Indigenous Educators\, Indigenous adults and community members to share ideas and knowledge that will help guide and contribute to the Indigenous Literacy curriculum framework and resource development tool. \nEducators and tutors can use this introductory resource development to facilitate community-based learning opportunities. We also want to identify gaps that may prevent some agencies from providing literacy programming for Indigenous adults. \nThe Project will be launched and closed in Ceremony. Conversation and knowledge sharing will be held in Circle. Traditional values of respect\, honesty\, sharing and caring in all conversations will be incorporated during the event and through the Project.  In the spirit of reciprocity\, those who register and attend will receive a gift card for sharing their insight\, thoughts\, and time. \nWe ask that while in Ceremony\, those attending dress appropriately. It is the practice for women to wear a skirt below knee length\, or you are encouraged to bring a shawl or towel to wrap around your legs. If you do not have a skirt or shawl\, there will be some blankets made available. You may also want to bring a blanket to sit on during parts of the Ceremony. \nPlease note that COVID health guidelines and protocols will be followed to protect attendees. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/indigenous-adult-literacy-curriculum-and-resource-development-project-launch/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220310T215448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T174626Z
UID:5857-1650891600-1650898800@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Outcomes\, Measurements\, and Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, April 25\, 2022\nTime: 1:00 – 3:00 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Leanne Rempel & Marnie Rempel Friesen\, ECALA Grant Liaisons \nDescription: \nThis session will introduce the ECALA Outcomes\, Measurement and Evaluation (OME) table and explore the different measurements that educators must collect and report on in accordance with the Community Adult Learning Programs (CALP) Guidelines 2020. This session is for anyone who is interacting with learners\, or filling out ECALA reports. \nPlease note that this PD is for ECALA grant recipients. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-ome-april/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074636
CREATED:20220315T173951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T173951Z
UID:5866-1650564000-1650569400@www.ecala.org
SUMMARY:ECALA Classroom: Authentic Materials With Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, April 21\, 2022\nTime: 6:00 – 7:30 pm\nWhere: Online\nFacilitator: Wendy Peverett & Leanne Rempel \nDescription: \nAuthentic learning is an approach that allows your learner to explore\, discuss and make meaningful connections between new materials they are learning in the classroom and being able to transfer this knowledge to the world outside the classroom. According to educational psychologist Howard Gardner\, “education has become nothing more than drill and response; there is no relevance for the materials the students are expected to learn.” (Gardner\, 1991). \nJoin us in our discussion about what do we mean by authentic learning and how to create and use authentic materials in your classroom. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.ecala.org/program/ecala-classroom-authentic-materials-with-adult-learners/
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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