Our Computer Literacy Training Program is a 5-day, hands-on learning experience designed to build practical, confidence-based computer skills for today’s workplace and everyday life. While typically delivered over five full days, this program is completely customizable and can be adapted in length, pace, and content to meet the specific needs, goals, and priorities of each First Nation community.
This program is suitable for all skill levels, including participants with no prior computer experience.
Who This Program Is For
- First Nations adults and youth
- Community members entering or re-entering the workforce
- Band staff, program participants, and community learners
- Ontario Works, Employment & Training, Education, and Community Programs
- Participants with little to no experience using computers
No experience necessary. We start from the basics and build skills step-by-step in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.
Program Overview
Participants develop essential computer skills needed for employment, education, and community roles, including:
- Basic computer use and navigation
- Understanding computer hardware and software
- Email setup, sending, receiving, and organizing messages
- File and folder organization
- Introduction to Microsoft Office 365, including:
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Teams
- Online safety, digital confidence, and troubleshooting common issues
The program emphasizes hands-on learning, repetition, and real-world application so participants leave feeling capable and confident using technology independently.
Fully Customizable to Community Needs
Although this is a 5-day program, it can be:
- Shortened or extended
- Delivered over non-consecutive days or weeks
- Tailored to specific roles (band administration, job readiness, education, reporting, etc.)
- Adjusted for literacy levels, learning styles, and access to technology
- Delivered in-person or virtually
We work directly with each community to customize the content so it aligns with:
- Community objectives
- Program mandates
- Participant skill levels
- Funding requirements
First Nations–Focused Approach
This program is designed and delivered with a strong understanding of the unique realities, strengths, and challenges within First Nations communities, including:
- Limited access to technology or reliable internet
- Diverse learning styles and comfort levels
- Trauma-informed and strengths-based facilitation
- A respectful, relationship-first approach to learning
Participants are supported at their own pace, without pressure or embarrassment, creating a space where learning feels safe, empowering, and achievable.
Why Communities Bring This Program In
Communities choose this program because it:
- Builds practical, transferable skills participants use immediately
- Increases confidence and independence with technology
- Supports employment readiness and workplace success
- Strengthens capacity within community programs and departments
- Removes barriers for participants who feel “behind” or intimidated by technology
- Can be customized to support specific community goals
This program meets participants where they are — and helps them move forward.
Why This Program Works with Funders
This training aligns well with funding priorities because it:
- Builds foundational, measurable skills
- Supports employment, education, and life-skills outcomes
- Improves digital inclusion and access
- Is adaptable to multiple funding streams (OW, Employment & Training, Education, Skills Development, Community Capacity Building)
- Offers clear learning objectives and practical outcomes
- Can be tailored to meet specific funding mandates
Funders value this program because it delivers real skills, real outcomes, and real community impact.
Delivery Options
- In-person delivery within the community
- Virtual delivery where appropriate
- Small or large group formats
- Individual virtual training
- Custom schedules based on community availability
