virtual access Archives | City Share Canada https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative-tag/virtual-access/ Sun, 05 Apr 2020 15:07:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://citysharecanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/favicon.png virtual access Archives | City Share Canada https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative-tag/virtual-access/ 32 32 Anishinaabe outdoor education school offering free online classes while schools are shut down https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/anishinaabe-outdoor-education-school-offering-free-online-classes-while-schools-are-shut-down/ Sun, 05 Apr 2020 15:07:29 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=951 Caleb Musgrave, owner and operator of Canadian Bushcraft, an outdoor education school, is offering free online classes while schools are shut down during COVID-19.

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]]> Caleb Musgrave, owner and operator of Canadian Bushcraft, an outdoor education school, is offering free online classes while schools are shut down during COVID-19.

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]]> Cyber-Seniors is keeping senior citizens socially connected in self-isolation https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/cyber-seniors-is-keeping-senior-citizens-socially-connected-while-they-remain-safe-in-their-homes/ Thu, 02 Apr 2020 19:22:08 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=918 Cyber-Seniors’ mission is to bridge the digital divide and connect generations through technology through resources that enable community organizations to provide tech-training for senior citizens through a youth volunteer model. Youth are trained to act as digital mentors, and senior citizens gain access to effective technology training and intergenerational communities that keep them socially connected […]

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]]> Cyber-Seniors’ mission is to bridge the digital divide and connect generations through technology through resources that enable community organizations to provide tech-training for senior citizens through a youth volunteer model. Youth are trained to act as digital mentors, and senior citizens gain access to effective technology training and intergenerational communities that keep them socially connected and engaged.

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]]> Long-term care facilities across Nova Scotia will be provided with iPads https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/long-term-care-facilities-will-be-provided-with-ipads/ Sun, 29 Mar 2020 03:06:33 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=798 Among other initiatives, the Department of Health and Wellness will distribute up to 800 iPads across the province to long-term care homes so residents can connect with family and friends; the tablets will begin arriving at facilities in April.

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]]> Among other initiatives, the Department of Health and Wellness will distribute up to 800 iPads across the province to long-term care homes so residents can connect with family and friends; the tablets will begin arriving at facilities in April.

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]]> Twitter page run by veterans through the Royal Canadian Legion OSI Special Section where veterans can gather at a place and time to enjoy peer support over coffee https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/twitter-page-run-by-veterans-through-the-royal-canadian-legion-osi-special-section-where-veterans-can-gather-at-a-place-and-time-to-enjoy-peer-support-over-coffee/ Sat, 28 Mar 2020 01:26:48 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=724 The initiative gives Veterans a chance to meet for coffee in a supportive setting, to socialize. With the new restrictions in place across the country, locations have moved their meetings online. Recently an online “Buddy Check Coffee” involved veterans serving from all over the globe calling in

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]]> The initiative gives Veterans a chance to meet for coffee in a supportive setting, to socialize. With the new restrictions in place across the country, locations have moved their meetings online. Recently an online “Buddy Check Coffee” involved veterans serving from all over the globe calling in

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]]> Democracy in a time of Social Distancing https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/democracy-in-a-time-of-social-distancing/ Wed, 25 Mar 2020 01:11:07 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=482 Andrea Reimer and guests deliver a webinar to explore the opportunities for engaging communities and democratic decision-making in a time of social distancing.

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]]> Andrea Reimer and guests deliver a webinar to explore the opportunities for engaging communities and democratic decision-making in a time of social distancing.

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]]> List of cultural attractions that can be visited virtually https://citysharecanada.ca/initiative/list-of-cultural-attractions-that-can-be-visited-virtually/ Tue, 24 Mar 2020 22:40:34 +0000 https://citysharecanada.ca/?post_type=initiative&p=435 List of (mostly Toronto-based) cultural attractions accessible online while in self-isolation.

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]]> List of (mostly Toronto-based) cultural attractions accessible online while in self-isolation.

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