Welcome to the Tatamagouche C@P Site!
Free Computer Courses:
Computer training courses are being planned for the C@P Site at the North Shore Community Development Centre. One-on-one and group training will be available. Group course topics will depend on demand. One-to-one courses can be taught on a variety of subjects.
If you need help with:
- Computer basics (for beginners)
- Creating posters, brochures, fliers, resumes, business cards, etc.
- Using Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.) or other computer programs
- Using E-mail, instant messaging, webcams, and social utility sites (ex. Facebook)
- Using the internet
- Digital photography, photo editing, sharing photos over the internet
- Other course subjects are available upon request
Please contact Sarah (the C@P Summer Youth Intern) to set up an appointment by sending her an email or by visiting the C@P site.
Location:
The Tatamagouche C@P Site is located inside North Shore Community Development Centre (225 Main Street, Tatamagouche). It is on the second floor of the building.
There are also C@P Sites in The Balmoral Motel, Fraser Cultural Centre, and the Tatamagouche Library.
C@P Site Summer Business Hours:
The hours of The C@P Site are:
| Sunday: | CLOSED | |
| Monday: | 8:30 am | - 4:30 pm |
| Tuesday: | 8:30 am | - 4:30 pm |
| Wednesday: | 8:30 am | - 4:30 pm |
| Thursday: | 8:30 am | - 4:30 pm |
| Friday: | 8:30 am | - 4:30 pm |
| Saturday: | CLOSED | |
| Holidays: | CLOSED |
The C@P Summer Youth Intern is available during the above hours and some evening hours, for computer courses, upon request.
Summer Events
KIDS HOUR!
Tuesday afternoons (Starting July 20th and ending August 10th) from 2:00 - 3:00 is Kid's Hour at the Tatamagouche C@P Site (North Shore Business Centre, Upper Level). Each week there will be a different theme and kids will be able to play computer games that go along with that theme!
Dates:
July 20th: Buried Treasure Games for Kids July 27th: Maze Games for Kids August 3rd: Online Puzzles for Kids August 10th: Cartoon Games for Kids Stop in and ask for Sarah to sign up. Digital Cameras: Basic Use Information Session
Thursday, August 8th, 2009 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm This information session will focus on the basic properties of the digital camera:
- Turning camera on
- Different settings on the camera
- Tips for taking good photos
Please contact Sarah to sign up, as there will be a limited number of participants allowed for this session.
Photo Editing Sessions
- Monday, July 26th, 2-3 pm
- Wednesday, July 28th, 2-3 pm
- Friday, July 30th, 2-3 pm
Microsoft Word: Basic Use Session
Learn to format text, find templates for resumes, cover letter and business letters, make posters and much more with Microsoft Office Word.
Wednesday, August 4th, 2-3pm
CAP Site FAQ:
What is a C@P Site?
The Community Access Program (C@P) is a Government of Canada initiative, administered by Industry Canada, which aims to provide Canadians with public access to the Internet and the skills they need to use it effectively.
C@P Sites provide internet service, computer support and training in computer programs.
C@P Sites are located in many cities, towns and communities across Canada. Many C@P sites are located in schools, community centers, or libraries, but they may be found in any public place.
What can the Tatamagouche C@P Site do for me?
Anytime the C@P Site is open, you can use the C@P Site to gain internet access.
You can use our computer to type up a resume, print off a document, check your email, surf the web, use instant messenger... anything you need!
We have a CD burner, copier, printer and scanner for the public to use.
If you have any questions, or need assistance feel free to ask the C@P Summer Youth Intern for help!
One-on-one session are available, for help with computer and internet use, design and development of flyers, business cards, email, posters and much more! To inquire contact Sarah at tatamagouchecap@gmail.com.
What does it cost to use the C@P Site?
Internet access and the use of computer programs costs $2.00 per session (with a one hour time limit if there are others waiting to use the computer) OR $15.00 for a one year membership!
There is a small cost for printing documents:
Printing:
Black & white: $0.25 per page Other Items:
During North Shore Community Development Association Office hours, photocopying and fax machine use are available to C@P Users.
Photocopying: $0.25 per page Fax: TBA
Other C@P Sites:
To locate other C@P Sites or find more information about C@P please visit: http://www.nscap.ca/.
Also feel free to drop by the other Colchester-East Hants websites:
Contact Sarah at the Tatamagouche C@P Site:
Tatamagouche C@P Site
225 Main Street, Tatamagouche
tatamagouchecap@gmail.com
(902) 657-3811