About Altered Minds Inc.

Settlement Online Pre-Arrival (SOPA): Personalized immigration and employment supports for immigrants and refugees preparing to come to Canada, and for one month after arrival. Eligibility/Cost: Individuals in the process of immigrating to Canada. Free.

Computers for Life (C4L): Basic computer training for newcomers with limited English proficiency. Participants receive a free computer after completing the 4-week course. Eligibility/cost: Open to all. Free. Interpreters and childminding may be provided. 

C4L is a 2-level computer class for beginners. It teaches basic computer skills, such as typing, sending emails, searching info on the Internet, making video calls and more. Each level lasts 4 weeks with classes 2 or 3 times a week. After completing 4 weeks, participants receive a free desktop computer to take home. Anyone except visitors to Canada can participate. 

Youth Drop-in Centre is a safe space for youth aged 13-29.

• Free Wi-Fi and access to computers
• Free snacks
• Homework help
• Pool table and ping-pong
• Quiet study space
• Music workshops
• Art workshops
• Indigenous orientation workshops
• Board games and library
• Movies
• Lounge area
• Friendly staff to talk to

Working Hours: 4 pm – 8 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

For more info, please contact Walid at walidk@alteredminds.ca or

Jenna at jennav@alteredminds.ca or Rouwaeda at rouwaedah@alteredminds.ca