Computer Learning Centre (CLC)
Computer Courses
Get connected to the information highway and improve your skills through free computer courses offered in our free-to-access Computer Lab.
- Year-round classroom teaching by experienced instructor.
- Training in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, E-mail and Internet.
- Respectful and supportive learning environment with one-on-one tutoring.
- Classes in how to build and repair computers.
Job Search
Let the Internet lead you to a new career. Put the power of CLC to work for you and gain free access to the Internet, email, Microsoft software, printer, scanner, telephone, and fax machine.
- Write and improve your resume
- Perform job searches
- Post or send your resume
Living Online
Living Online is a portal that offers access to eLearning courses in order to give you more knowledge and preparation for certifications.
A+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification recognized by major hardware and software vendors, distribution and resellers. It validates the knowledge and skills of entry-level computer service technicians.
Computers for Low-Income Calgarians
Link your home to the Information Highway through a refurbished computer.
Every free computer includes:
- Computer tower
- Monitor, keyboard, and mouse
- Open Office
- Free utilities software
requirements
This program is delivered through CLC and our partners. To qualify for a free refurbished computer from the CLIC program, participants must:
- have a permanent residence
- be in low-income bracket
- have a phone number
Computer Request Application forms are available at the Information Desk at main level of the Calgary Drop-In & Rehab Centre. The CLIC Program is delivered through CLC and our partners.
Donate a Computer
To continue to meet demand, the CLIC office gladly accepts donations from businesses, community organizations and private residences. For computer donations please phone (403) 699-8281 or email to clc@thedi.ca
Through a licensing agreement for charitable organizations with Microsoft and our various partnerships, the CLIC program is able to provide Microsoft operating systems on all computers.
Thanks to the many companies, our sponsors, and people like you, since its inception in February 2005, the CLIC program has given away more than 3,000 computers to low-income Calgarians who otherwise would not have been able to afford computers.
CLIC Wish List
- Laptops (Windows XP compatible or higher)
- Desktops (Windows XP compatible or higher)
- Hard drives
- RAMs
- Keyboards and Mouse
- Monitors (LCD’s or CRT)
Our Sponsors
- Microsoft
- RBC Royal Bank
