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Curious about how your favorite games come to life or ready to try building one yourself? Join us for Exploring Game Making Basics, a beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll: ✨ Create your own simple interactive scene from scratch 🛠️ Try out powerful tools like Unity and Unreal Engine 💡 Learn how game-making skills connect to careers in UX design, storytelling, and more 🎯 Jump in with zero coding experience required This workshop connects game making to real-world tech roles you might not have considered. From interactive storytelling to user experience design, you'll see how game development skills translate across industries. Our special guest James Banting , Software Engineer (NHL - Gameplay) at Electronic Arts will join us for the Q&A portion and share behind-the-scenes look at how game development opens doors to real-world tech roles across creative and technical fields. This is Workshop #1 in a 3-part series created in collaboration with Electronic Arts (EA) on gamemaking and career pathways in tech. 🌐 Thanks to Electronic Arts, registration for this workshop series is fully subsidized (this workshop is usually offered with a suggested $29 donation). Spots will fill up fast so claim your spot early ➡️ https://bit.ly/4c834W6 📌 Registration update: Following our recent merger, workshop registrations are now managed through Ampere’s website. Same great workshops, just a new place to sign up! #GameDevelopment #TechCareers #Unity #UnrealEngine #UXDesign #CareerTransition #TechSkills #GameDesign #ProfessionalDevelopment #CanadaLearningCode #ElectronicArts #TechWorkshop #CareerExploration #CreativeTech

Educators from coast-to-coast-to-coast are struggling to answer a very complex question - “how will AI change what we teach, and how we teach it?” To mark National #AILiteracyDay we’re excited to launch Eh I, a new Canadian podcast exploring precisely that. Made for educators, learners and parents and hosted by Ryan Oliver and Melissa S., the podcast brings together leaders in AI and education to explore what this shift means for classrooms, career paths, and the skills young people need. It’s Practical. It’s future-focused. It’s distinctly Canadian (and doesn’t take itself too seriously). 🎧 Episode 1 with Eric Hudson , Education Facilitator and Strategic Advisor, is live - Listen now: go.amp.ca/eh-i

Knowing how to use AI effectively for research is fast becoming a core professional skill. However, most people use AI for research like a search engine and miss out on its full potential. Join us for ‘AI for Research & Synthesis’ and learn a better way to work with complex information. You’ll explore tools that let you analyze multiple sources at once, extract key themes, and generate clear, plain-language summaries. During the session, you’ll build a source-cited research brief and learn where AI tools fall short and how to fill the gaps. This workshop is ideal for anyone who works with research, reports, or complex information and wants a faster, more reliable way to synthesize it. 🗓️ March 31 |5:30-7:30 PM EST | Virtual | Free 🎓 Earn your Microsoft AI Skills Badge: As a participant, you’ll receive a recognized credential that highlights your commitment to building future-ready AI skills. 🌐 Thanks to Microsoft Elevate Skills, registration is fully subsidized (this workshop is usually offered with a suggested $29 donation). Save your spot ➡️ https://bit.ly/4lH87Ab 📌 Registration update: Following our recent merger, workshop registrations are now managed through Ampere’s website. Same great workshops, just a new place to sign up! #AIforResearch AIproductivity #KnowledgeWork #DigitalSkills #FutureOfWork #Upskill #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerGrowth #LifelongLearning #CanadaLearningCode #Ampere #DigitalWorkshops #MicrosoftElevate

Cybersecurity is critical in an increasingly digital world. This free hands-on workshop introduces the most common cyber threats, how they impact individuals and businesses, and best practices for protecting personal and organizational data. In this beginner-friendly session, you will: - Understand core cyber terms & principles - Learn core cybersecurity terms and principles - Explore common cyber attacks and how they unfold - Assess your own cyber risk and digital hygiene - Try out key security tools used by professionals - See how encryption helps keep data safe - Discover next steps if you want to keep learning about cybersecurity This workshop is for you if you’re curious about the field, considering a career shift, or simply interested in learning new digital skills. 🗓️ March 24 | 5:30-7:30 PM EST | Virtual | Free 🌐 Thanks to IBM, registration for ‘Cybersecurity Fundamentals’ is fully subsidized (usually offered with a suggested donation of $29). Secure your spot today ➡️ https://bit.ly/4cLkE2W 📌 Registration update: Following our recent merger, workshop registrations are now managed through Ampere’s website. Same great workshops, just a new place to sign up! #Cybersecurity #CyberSecurityTraining #DigitalSecurity #TechSkills #Upskilling #DigitalSkills #CareerDevelopment #TechCareers #ProfessionalDevelopment #Ampere #CanadaLearningCode #IBM #IBMSkillsBuild

March digital workshops are coming up 💻✨ 📝 Kick things off with ‘Power Skills: Power Management in the Workplace’, a practical session to help you stay organized, manage resources effectively, and reach your goals with greater impact. 🌐 Thanks to IBM, registration for ‘Cybersecurity Fundamentals’ is fully subsidized. Get a clear, accessible intro to common cyber threats, how they affect individuals and businesses, and simple best practices to protect your data. 🧠 Through our partnership with Microsoft Elevate, we’re also offering ‘AI for Research & Synthesis’ free to learners. This hands-on workshop introduces free AI tools to help you work with documents, pull key themes, and build strong briefing notes. All sessions are online, engaging, and designed to help you sharpen your skills for the year ahead. Registration update: Following our recent merger, workshop registrations are now managed through Ampere’s website. Same great workshops, just a new place to sign up! Sign up today ➡️ go.amp/adult_workshops #CanadaLearningCode #Ampere #BusinessTools #DigitalSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment #WorkshopsOnline #CybersecurityBasics #AIforWork #Upskilling #LifelongLearning #CareerGrowth #TechSkills #WorkplaceSuccess

Juggling it all as a small business owner? Let’s make content creation easier. Join us on February 25 for ‘AI-Powered Content Generation’, the final session in our workshop series for women entrepreneurs, delivered in partnership with WeBC. Visual marketing is critical for retailers, service providers, and online businesses alike, whether you're promoting products, services, or events online. In this free virtual workshop, we’ll show you how tools like Canva make it easier than ever to create professional, consistent content without a big budget or design background. You’ll learn how to: ✨ Use AI features to generate layout ideas and resize designs for multiple platforms ✨ Draft and refine short-form copy, including captions and headlines ✨Build at least one reusable template you can adapt for your business This program is funded by the Government of Canada’s Women Entrepreneurship Strategy. This is the last workshop – finish strong! ➡️ https://bit.ly/49InRNv #WomenEntrepreneurs #SmallBusinessSupport #AIForBusiness #PromptEngineering #DigitalSkills #EntrepreneurshipTraining #CanadaLearningCode #WeBC #WomenInBusiness #BusinessTools #WorkSmarter

Feeling stretched thin managing marketing, admin, and client work? Join us on February 18 for ‘Boosting Productivity with AI Tools’, a free virtual session delivered in partnership with WeBC for women entrepreneurs who are ready to reclaim their time without hiring a large team. Discover practical AI-powered tools that simplify your workday, from managing tasks and organizing projects to streamlining communication and staying focused. We’ll show you how to match the right tools to your biggest productivity pain points, whether that’s overflowing emails, scattered notes, or too many deadlines. You’ll leave with actionable ideas and tools you can start using right away to get more done with less stress. Secure your free spot and start leveraging AI for your business growth ➡️ https://bit.ly/4sOx6o8 📌 Continue the series: Join us on February 25 for AI-Powered Content Generation, the final session in our Women Entrepreneur Workshop Series. Learn how to create on-brand, eye-catching content more efficiently using AI. ➡️ https://bit.ly/49InRNv #WomenEntrepreneurs #SmallBusinessSupport #AIForBusiness #PromptEngineering #DigitalSkills #EntrepreneurshipTraining #CanadaLearningCode #WeBC #WomenInBusiness #BusinessTools #WorkSmarter

We’ve packed February with opportunities to keep your momentum going! Join us to expand your skills together. Explore hands-on workshops that help you sharpen your AI skills, strengthen cyber resilience, and rethink your career path. Every session is practical, beginner-friendly, and focused on tools you can use right away as you plan for 2026. This month features sessions that go beyond theory and into real-world application. Our free workshop series for women entrepreneurs, delivered in partnership with WeBC, offers guided, step-by-step learning across AI core concepts, content creation, and everyday workflows. These sessions are interactive, beginner-friendly, and built for immediate impact for your small business. We’re also excited to offer a free AI Fundamentals workshop on February 19, thanks to Microsoft Elevate. You’ll get a clear foundation, practical examples, and a strong starting point for using AI responsibly and effectively. ✨ All beginner-friendly, hands-on, and designed to help you build skills for work and beyond. Register today to secure your spot ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gFRX8-JW #CanadaLearningCode #Workshops #CareerDevelopment #CareerGrowth #WorkInTech #AIEducation #CareerCollective #Upskilling #FutureOfWork #DigitalSkills #ProfessionalDevelopment #TechForEveryone

For many small-business owners, one of the real struggles of AI is knowing what to ask and how to ask it. Our upcoming session ‘Crafting AI Interactions’ is designed to close this gap. Delivered in partnership with WeBC, this free 2-hour virtual workshop on February 11 is part of our February series for women entrepreneurs. You'll learn how to make AI tools feel more like a capable assistant and less like a guessing game by mastering practical prompt-writing skills. In this hands-on free workshop, you’ll learn how to: ✅ Write clear and effective prompts that deliver reliable results ✅ Use simple prompt frameworks for real business tasks like outlining newsletters or refining product and service descriptions ✅ Create reusable prompt templates you can adapt for your business Whether you've experimented with AI tools before or you’re building on our first session, this workshop will help you get better results faster. Due to an amazing response to early registrations, we've increased the number of free spots! RSVP today and learn to work smarter with AI ➡️ https://bit.ly/3UUCMhb 📌 Continue the series: Sign up for the remaining sessions in our February workshop series and keep building your AI skills. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3UUCMhb This program is funded by the Government of Canada’s Women Entrepreneurship Strategy. #WomenEntrepreneurs #SmallBusinessSupport #AIForBusiness #PromptEngineering #DigitalSkills #EntrepreneurshipTraining #CanadaLearningCode #WeBC #WomenInBusiness #BusinessTools #WorkSmarter

Free ‘AI Fundamentals’ workshop coming up! This one’s for you if you’re curious about AI but not sure where to start. Join us for a beginner-friendly session where we break down the what, why, and how of AI and how it’s shaping your world. Dive into the basics with our team in a supportive, social, and collaborative virtual setting. By the workshop's end, you'll emerge with a fresh perspective on AI's potential and the knowledge to wield it ethically and effectively. Thank you Microsoft AI Skills for subsidizing free registration for this workshop (regularly priced at $29). Secure your spot today! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3EeY0B9 #CareerCollective #ProfessionalDevelopment #TechInclusion #AIEducation #SkillBuilding #CareerGrowth #Microsoft