About
Empowering mature adults with digital skills to enhance independence, resilience, and self-sufficiency. With two strong programs to choose from, participants will learn practical, technology-driven strategies for managing resources, navigating online information, and improving everyday life in a digital world.
Program Takeaways
Self-Paced with Supporting Workbooks
- Practical & Actionable: Skills that can be immediately applied to save or earn money, stay informed, and engage safely online.
- Adult-Friendly Approach: Clear, step-by-step instructions with real-life applications.
- Flexible Learning Paths: online self-paced courses, coaching options, and downloadable workbooks with resources, tips and checklists.
Digital Dollars: Mastering Budget-Friendly Living with Tech
MODULES
AI-Powered Smart Shopping
Digital Meal Planning for Maximum Savings
Finding Local Deals & Coupons with Digital Tools
Online Learning for Self-Sufficiency
Digital Tools for Bartering, Community Trade & DIY Home Maintenance
Personalized “Digital Resilience Plans”
- AI chatbots
- budgeting apps
- browser extensions
- online deal tracking
- meal-planning apps
- grocery price comparison
- AI-powered food waste reduction
- gardening apps
- digital canning & preserving resources
- mobile apps
- online marketplaces
- video platforms
- social media
- digital transactions
- trade networks
Side Hustles: Turning Skills & Hobbies into Income
MODULES
Compiling & Assessing Side Hustle Ideas
Creating an Online Store: Step-by-Step Guide
Finding & Applying for Small Business Grantss
Free & Easy Tools for Marketing Your Side Hustle
Creating a Personal Brand
- Breakdown by skill level & tech experience
- Low-investment & passive income ideas
- Choosing the right platform
- Setting up a profile & pricing services
- Platforms compared
- Product listing optimization tips
- Where to search for grants & funding
- How to write a compelling grant application
- Overview of Canva
- Social media schedulers
- Website builders
- Best free resources for branding
- Content creation
FREE Cyber Safety Resources
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| ESMV Learning Network (Nova Scotia Only) | https://esmvlearning.ca |
| Get Cyber Safe | https://www.getcybersafe.gc.ca/en |
| Bank on Cyber Security | https://www.getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/resources/bank-cyber-security |
| Money Safety Course | https://abcskillshub.ca/money-safety |