For Organizations, Community Partners & Corporate Sponsors

Empowering Communities Through Technology Education

SimplyTech collaborates with retirement residences, libraries, community organizations, and corporate sponsors to deliver engaging, accessible technology education for older adults in Ottawa and across Canada.

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Tailored Community & Corporate Programs

Who We Work With

We design practical, welcoming technology programs suited to the unique goals of your residents, patrons, members, or corporate community initiatives.

Retirement Residences & Senior Living Communities

  • Engaging group workshops tailored for residents
  • Smartphone, tablet, and everyday technology lessons
  • Online safety and scam awareness education
  • AI literacy explained in simple terms
  • In-person sessions in Ottawa or virtual sessions across Canada

Public Libraries

  • Digital literacy workshops for adult and older adult patrons
  • Online safety and cybersecurity education
  • Practical AI literacy workshops
  • Smartphone, tablet, and everyday internet skills

Seniors' Centres & Community Organizations

  • Accessible educational workshops
  • Community digital literacy programs
  • Single sessions or multi-week learning series
  • Customized topics based on community needs

Businesses & Corporate Partners

  • Community sponsorship opportunities
  • Sponsored free classes for older adults
  • Digital literacy and cybersecurity awareness initiatives
  • Community outreach and educational partnerships
  • Employee or client technology literacy sessions

Educational Programs

Technology Workshops for Your Community

Every workshop is taught in clear, plain English at a comfortable pace, with plenty of time for questions. Programs can be customized for each organization and delivered in person in Ottawa or virtually across Canada.

Online Safety Popular Topic

Click Smart: Staying Safe in a Connected World

Practical guidance on recognizing phishing emails, text scams, and fake phone calls, creating strong passwords, and browsing the internet with confidence.

Format: In-Person (Ottawa) or Virtual (Canada-wide)
AI Literacy

Meet AI: The Good Side, The Dark Side & Everything in Between

A clear, balanced introduction to artificial intelligence in everyday life — how AI tools can help, what risks to watch for (such as deepfakes and AI-assisted scams), and how to stay informed.

Format: In-Person (Ottawa) or Virtual (Canada-wide)
Communication

Stay Connected: Video Calls & Messaging Apps

Step-by-step practice using Zoom, FaceTime, and popular messaging apps to connect with family, friends, community groups, and virtual healthcare appointments.

Format: In-Person (Ottawa) or Virtual (Canada-wide)
Everyday Devices

Smartphone and Tablet Essentials

Hands-on guidance covering essential settings, Wi-Fi connections, text size and accessibility adjustments, app updates, and everyday navigation on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices.

Format: In-Person (Ottawa) or Virtual (Canada-wide)
Digital Skills

Technology for Everyday Life

Practical skills for daily tasks, including searching for trustworthy information online, using email attachments, scanning QR codes safely, and navigating community services.

Format: In-Person (Ottawa) or Virtual (Canada-wide)
Photos & Files

Organizing Photos, Files & Digital Memories

Learn how to find, organize, share, and safely back up family photos and important documents across smartphones, tablets, computers, and cloud storage.

Format: In-Person (Ottawa) or Virtual (Canada-wide)
Custom Programs Available: Every workshop above can be adapted to your group's comfort level, preferred devices, and schedule — whether you are planning a single presentation or a multi-week learning series.

Trusted Community Instruction

Why Partner With SimplyTech?

Led by founder and instructor Gary Galvez, SimplyTech combines decades of technology experience with a warm, patient teaching approach designed specifically for older adults.

  • Experience teaching technology to older adults: Dedicated to helping older learners build genuine confidence with everyday technology.
  • Previous experience with Senior Planet from AARP / OATS: Background delivering older-adult digital literacy programming through Older Adults Technology Services (OATS).
  • Delivery of technology workshops for Ottawa community organizations: Experience leading practical group sessions for local community groups and older adult learners.
  • Clear, patient, practical, and accessible instruction: Every lesson is taught in plain English without confusing technical jargon or rushed demonstrations.
  • Flexible formats for small or large groups: Available for intimate hands-on classes, larger educational presentations, in-person sessions in Ottawa, or virtual sessions across Canada.
  • Customized content tailored to each audience: Workshop topics, pacing, and handouts are adapted to match your participants' goals and skill levels.
Discuss a Program for Your Organization
Gary Galvez
Founder & Technology Instructor · Ottawa, ON
"When organizations bring approachable technology education to their community, older adults gain the confidence to stay safe online, connect with loved ones, and participate fully in everyday digital life."
Delivery Formats:

📍 In-Person: Ottawa, Ontario & surrounding communities
💻 Virtual: Live online workshops across Canada

Corporate & Community Impact

Help Make Technology Education Accessible to Everyone

Corporate sponsors and community partners play a vital role in helping SimplyTech expand free and low-cost digital literacy education for older adults. You can collaborate with us by:

  • Sponsoring free technology classes for older adults
  • Funding online safety and scam prevention workshops
  • Supporting digital literacy programs in retirement communities and community centres
  • Co-hosting educational events
  • Making technology education accessible to underserved older adults
Explore Sponsorship Opportunities Email info@simplytechlearning.ca

SimplyTech is a for-profit sole proprietorship. Sponsorships and contributions support our educational programs and community outreach initiatives and are not charitable donations. Charitable tax receipts are not issued.

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Partnership & Program Inquiry

Interested in booking a technology workshop for your community or exploring a sponsorship opportunity? Reach out to discuss how we can work together.

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