Metro Continuing Education Calendar Winter 2019 by Metro Continuing Education

WINTER 2019

A D U LT C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N CA LE N D A R

Over 40 classes!

Discover. Experience. Achieve.

F I N D YO U R N E X T E X P E R I E N C E I N S I D E:

Macaron Magic 5 Pickleball for Beginners 16 Spanish Level 1 23

WINTER 2019 A D U LT C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N CA LE N D A R

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8 NEW classes include: Classic Comfort Foods 5 Introduction to Coloured Pencils 9 Lifestyle Photography 13

New year, new you!

Blissful Winter Blossoms 14

At Metro Continuing Education, we want to support you as you grow, develop new skills, and build-upon existing talents. Whether you’re exploring a hobby, striving to get fit, or determined to get that promotion at work, we’ve got a class for every New Year’s resolution.

Discover Mindfulness 19

POUND® Fitness 17 The Art of Improv 21 Family Law & Parenting Issues 24 Online Bill Payments, E-Transfers & Paypal 29 Recruiting & Retaining Employees 33

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David M. Jones — Director, Metro Continuing Education

Metro Continuing Education is a program of

Michelle Draper — Chair, Edmonton Public Schools Board of Trustees

CONTENTS 4 Cooking 9 Art 12 Passions & Pastimes

METAL ROSE MAKING

14 Floral Design

15 Do-It-Yourself 16 Dance & Fitness

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18 Mind / Body / Soul

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20 Music / Writing / Performing 22 Languages

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24 Law for the Layperson

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26 Careers & Finance

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28 Computers & Technology

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30 Business & Management

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25 Corporate Training

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27 Human Resources Certificate 33 Online Learning 34 Registration Information

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Cooking Cooking for Picky Eaters Entice even the pickiest of eaters! We’ll define and describe picky eating, identify helpful strategies and solutions, and plan and prepare family-style meals that please everyone. Learn to make dishes such as tacos, burrito bowls, pizza and pasta that let you accommodate personal preferences without feeling like a short-order cook. Connect with other families and a registered dietitian for support and ideas, and get ready to sit at a table where everybody’s happy! 44010270 / $99 / Materials: $20 Feb 20

Megan Wallace, BSc RD

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

The New Dish on Fish DEMONSTRATION COURSE

FEATURED CLASS

Grocery Shop Like a Pro

44010245 / $99 / Materials: $20

Rethink the grocery store and learn to shop without breaking the bank! Get a handle on how to stock your pantry to eat all week, read food labels, understand the latest food trends, make easy recipes that are both delicious and healthy, and explore different budget-friendly options. 44010269 / $99 / Materials: $20 Jan 31

Mar 9

1 session

Sat 10 am - 1 pm

1 session

44010006 / $99 / Materials: $20 Feb 11

Basic Skills & Dishes Can’t cook and dying to gain some confidence in the kitchen? By first learning the basics, you’ll quickly graduate to creating a multitude of home-cooked dishes—from chocolate cake to oven-fried chicken. Your instructor has many tried, tested and true tips for beginner cooks. Take home a wealth of recipes you can create and enjoy! 44010007 / $195 / Materials: $50

Jill Shaw

Wed 6:30 pm - 9 pm

6 sessions

JPP

Are you strapped for time, energy and good ideas when it comes to mealtime? This meal preparation course will help rid you of your need for packaged frozen dinners. Learn to create nutritious, quick and easy meals like chicken in mango sauce, sirloin fajitas with greens and savoury spaghetti sauce—ready in 30 minutes or less! For those with basic or no cooking experience.

VRA

BASIC

Jan 30 - Mar 6

Sally Vaughan-Johnston, Red Seal chef

30-Minute Meals

Megan Wallace, BSc RD

Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Hooked on the idea of eating more lean, healthy fish—but not sure how to cook it? This popular class is back with an all-new menu of fast, fabulous recipes. Learn how to buy, store and prepare a variety of fresh and frozen fish in dishes that will wow. We’ll make panko-crusted tilapia with lemon-dill sauce, Mediterranean braised haddock, weeknight baked steelhead trout and more. Please note that fish types used may vary with availability.

MAV

Jill Shaw

Mon 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Cooking for Two Tired of trying to scale down family-sized recipes? Discover how to make quick and easy dinners, including side dishes, just for two. These recipes use only one or two pans, which makes cleanup a snap! Feast on roast salmon with pesto spaghetti squash, crunchy parmesan chicken with apple celery salad and turkey burgers with warm lemon couscous salad—all planned for you and your plus-one. 44010271 / $99 / Materials: $20 Feb 9

Sat 10 am - 1 pm

Sally Vaughan-Johnston, Red Seal chef 1 session

Basic Knife Skills Chop-chop! Ever wondered about kitchen knife varieties and what each knife is meant to be used for? Now you will know! Learn about knife fundamentals, including how to hold different knives and what to use them for, as well as how to sharpen using various stones. Includes chopping and cutting instruction and garnish making. 44010048 / $99 / Materials: $10 Jan 30

Pierre Plamondon, Red Seal chef

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

metro continuing education •

1 session J A N UA R Y – M A R C H 2019

JPP

PARTICIPATION Classes contain both hands-on and demonstration components unless noted as a DEMONSTRATION COURSE

JPP

GLUTEN-FREE

Gluten-Free Perogies & Fresh Pasta

Gluten-Free Cooking & Baking

Do you miss eating delicious perogies and fresh pasta because you follow a gluten-free diet? Learn how to make a fantastic perogy dough with different fillings and tasty pasta dough, including cheese-filled ravioli and gnocchi. This course will keep you engaged as you work through the recipes and then sample and take your gourmet delights home for sharing.

Cooking for gluten-free diets is challenging. This course will address common questions and cooking problems, review recipe conversion and discuss available products. You’ll see demonstrations and make yeast breads, fresh cinnamon buns, soups, and many other flavoursome gluten-free products. 44010010 / $119 / Materials: $30 Jan 26

Sat 9:30 am - 3 pm

44010149 / $119 / Materials: $30 Mar 16

Sat 10 am - 3 pm

Marion Kaiser, MEd 1 session

JPP

Marion Kaiser, MEd 1 session

JPP

INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT

Macaron Magic Myles Fedun, Red Seal chef

The French macaron can be a showstopper when made correctly, but it can also be finicky and challenging to get just right. Join Chef Myles as he teaches you how to master this sweet meringue-based confection in under three hours. Learn a basic macaron recipe with some simple variations, the proper technique for making the perfect macaron (including how to make a delicious filling) and some simple dos and don’ts.

Myles Fedun is an Edmonton-raised chef who focuses on classic French techniques and owes his passion for cooking to his Ukrainian heritage. Currently working as a sous-chef at the Shaw Conference Centre, he obtained his Red Seal from NAIT in 2011. He entered the competitive world of cooking at a young age, winning him a full scholarship to post-secondary school. Since then, he has earned multiple gold medals with Culinary Team Alberta at the Culinary Olympics, Skills Canada, and was named the Canadian Culinary Federations Junior Chef of the Year in 2011 and Senior Chef of the Year in 2013.

44010119 / $99 / Materials: $20 Jan 29

44010207 / $99 / Materials: $20

Classic Comfort Foods

Feb 12

Cozy up this winter with some classic comfort foods. Learn to make chicken pot pie, macaroni and cheese, cheddar-dill biscuits and perfect mashed potatoes. Simple, delicious, economical and absolutely satisfying!

Tue 6 pm - 9:30 pm

Myles Fedun, Red Seal chef 1 session

VRA

Dining out is expensive—skip the restaurant and learn to prepare your own gourmet dinner for two! Bring along your plus-one and learn to cook a threecourse meal together, starting with a classic risotto and sautéed prawns, followed by stuffed chicken breast with peppercorn sauce and potato gratin, and finish it off with a vanilla crème brûlée. Price is per person.

that will help improve my cooking…” – Metro Learner

Mar 19

1 session

Fine-Dining Date Night

is an excellent instructor, very personable “ Myles and engaging. I learned several great techniques

44010272 / $99 / Materials: $20

Tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Myles Fedun, Red Seal chef

VRA

Tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Myles Fedun, Red Seal chef 1 session

VRA

Dinner Party Menu Rescue Love entertaining, but always seem to spend more time fussing in the kitchen than visiting with your guests? Come learn how to impress your company with easy, delicious dishes that free you up to be the life of your own party. The menu will include spanakopita, roasted root vegetables, Spanish paella, large roasted cuts of meat or poultry, and chocolate caramel tarts. We’ll also discuss common mistakes to avoid in cooking for a large number of people. 44010251 / $99 / Materials: $20 Mar 6

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Myles Fedun, Red Seal chef 1 session

JPP

Chef’s Soup Secrets Learn the secrets to those perfect soups served in your favourite restaurants. Chef Myles will teach you how to prepare several different soups, including butternut squash, chicken with corn and kale, and a traditional mushroom soup. Finish things off with several of every chef’s go-to garnishes. 44010168 / $99 / Materials: $20 Mar 13

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Myles Fedun, Red Seal chef 1 session

JPP

Cooking

CONTINUED

Fresh Pastas & Endless Sauces

ETHNIC

With a variety of noodles, sauces and cheeses, the options are endless for your next delicious pasta dish. After learning how to make melt-in-your-mouth homemade pasta, whip up a number of sauces that you can use over and over again, including basic marinara, carbonara with pancetta and goat cheese, white clam sauce and basil and spinach pesto. From there, you’ll discover the brilliance of using different cheeses in pasta dishes to make them absolutely perfecto!

Around the World With Chef Vinod

44010093 / $99 / Materials: $20

Join Chef Vinod for a whirlwind culinary tour of the globe. First, we’ll visit France for escargots à la bourguignonne (snails in red wine and garlic butter) and Italy for insalata caprese (salad from Capri). Next, we’ll travel to India for coconut curry chicken and to the Orient for shiitake fried rice. Our journey will conclude in the Middle East with refreshing mint tea. A sampling of the world’s best, no passport required!

Feb 23

44010260 / $99 / Materials: $20 Mar 6

Vinod Lohtia, Red Seal chef

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Sat 10 am - 1 pm

Discover why New Orleans is a hot spot for food lovers all over the world. Gain practical knowledge and techniques for cooking and presenting mouth-watering creole and Cajun dishes, including roux, gumbo, jambalaya and bananas Foster. 44010148 / $99 / Materials: $20 Feb 6

Vinod Lohtia, Red Seal chef

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

JPP

44010187 / $99 / Materials: $20

Jan 26

Vinod Lohtia, Red Seal chef

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Sally Vaughan-Johnston, Red Seal chef

Sat 10 am - 1 pm

1 session

JPP

Perogy Basics In this class, you will discover your inner baba (or dido) and learn the basics of Ukrainian perogy making: how to make the dough and a variety of fillings, including fruit and vegan options, and how to pinch them perfectly without losing all that filling. We will then cook them up and enjoy! You’ll leave with a recipe book and a midnight snack.

Feb 21

Bring the flavours of a Parisian crêperie to your home! Learn the techniques for making classic French crêpes and getting them right every time. Once you’ve mastered the basic method, you will discover versatile sweet and savoury dishes such as cremini mushroom crêpes, chicken and spinach crêpes with roasted red pepper sauce, crêpes Suzette and ice-cream-stuffed crêpes with raspberry coulis. Your guests will flip!

JPP

Who doesn’t love a big bowlful of delicious noodles? Chef Vinod will teach you how to make a few of his favourite noodle dishes—the ever-popular pad Thai and Singapore fried noodles, authentic Shanghai noodle salad and more.

44010196 / $99 / Materials: $20

Crêpe-o-licious

44010107 / $99 / Materials: $20

1 session

Noodle, Noodle, Noodle

Mar 13

Cooking the New Orleans Way

Vinod Lohtia, Red Seal chef

Larissa Sawiak

Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

VRA

Simple Japanese Cuisine Fresh, healthy and aesthetically pleasing—Japanese cuisine is all about letting beautiful ingredients shine. Learn to recreate simple favourites at home. We’ll cover the secrets of a well-balanced miso soup and perfect sushi rice. Try your hand at various rolls (cucumber and avocado maki, California rolls) and a salmon rice bowl. Irrashaimase! 44010268 / $99 / Materials: $20 Mar 8

Hung Ly

Fri 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

STR

FEATURED CLASSES

Vietnamese Favourites

More Vietnamese Favourites

Vietnamese cuisine is renowned for combining fresh, fragrant ingredients into perfectly flavour-balanced dishes. In this class, learn to prepare two popular favourites. We’ll begin with a hands-on introduction to pho—Vietnamese noodle soup—that showcases its simplicity and versatility. Next, we’ll roll the perfect salad rolls and create a savoury lime sauce. Healthy and delicious!

Explore more of the fresh flavours of Vietnamese cuisine, from the simple satisfaction of a vermicelli noodle bowl to the fun of filling tasty savoury banh xeo (Vietnamese crêpes). We’ll finish with a popular street-food dessert, chuoi ran (deep-fried banana), and a delicious lemon sauce.

44010243 / $99 / Materials: $20

Mar 22

Feb 8

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Fri 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

J A N UA R Y – M A R C H 2019

Hung Ly 1 session

STR

44010266 / $99 / Materials: $20 Fri 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Hung Ly 1 session

STR

Thai For Your Taste Buds

The Art of Stir-Frying

Longing for an escape to a tropical paradise? Join us for an exotic evening of culinary fun—a voyage for the senses! Learn to make some of Thailand’s star dishes: spicy som tam (papaya salad), fragrant red curry chicken and sticky rice mango for a sweet finish.

Learn how to wield a wok for delicious restaurant-quality meals in minutes with Vinod Lohtia. Discover essential, affordable stir-frying equipment and learn to season your wok for a natural non-stick surface. Master a delectable Kung Pao chicken, beef and vegetable stir-fry, and more!

44010242 / $99 / Materials: $20

44010203 / $99 / Materials: $20

Feb 22

Hung Ly

Fri 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

STR

Feb 20

Vinod Lohtia, Red Seal chef

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

The Art of Making Indian Curry Join Chef Vinod to explore tips and tricks for cooking a perfect curry. Learn about the varieties of Indian herbs and spices used in curries and the roles they play, such as adding aromatic flavour or balance. Learn the sequence in which the spices are added, how to use thickening and souring agents, and how to give your curry vibrant colour. Using this knowledge, you will develop your very own garam masala curry and masala tea. 44010078 / $99 / Materials: $20 Jan 30

Vinod Lohtia, Red Seal chef

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

JPP

FOR MEAT LOVERS Charcuterie at Home Curing and smoking your own meat at home is much simpler than you might think. Chef Allan Suddaby will walk you through all the ingredients and equipment required. You’ll learn how to turn fresh pork belly into the best bacon you have ever eaten and fresh pork leg into amazing holiday ham. 44010183 / $99 / Materials: $20 Feb 11

Mon 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Allan Suddaby 1 session

Pork Butchery DEMONSTRATION COURSE

Buying and cutting whole animals is a fantastic way to pay less for the best-quality meat in the province. But even if you don’t think you’ll ever buy a whole animal and cut it yourself, this meat-cutting demonstration is an excellent way to learn about where your food comes from and how best to prepare it. Allan Suddaby will break down an entire side of pork into useful cuts like shoulder roasts, pork chops and hocks, using only a knife and a handsaw. He will also discuss the important techniques of grinding meat and making stock from the bones. 44010204 / $99 / Materials: $10 Feb 23

Sat 10 am - 1 pm

Allan Suddaby 1 session

JPP

Sausage Making This class will teach you everything you need to know about making sausage at home from scratch. Discuss how to source great local meat and then learn how to grind, mix and stuff the meat into natural casings. You will make two recipes: classic garlic and spicy Calabrese. 44010174 / $99 / Materials: $20 Mar 6

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Allan Suddaby 1 session

Sausage Making: The Next Step Build on your sausage savvy! Add nuance and variety to your homemade sausages by using meats such as wild game and adjusting the texture with progressive grinding and emulsifying techniques. We will delve into traditional styles and use unique casings to perfect the look of our links and enhance the experience of eating them. We will also discuss how to develop signature recipes tailored to our own palates and the ingredients that are available. Intermediate course. Prerequisite(s): Sausage Making 44010253 / $99 / Materials: $20 Mar 20

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Allan Suddaby 1 session

The Beef on Beef DEMONSTRATION COURSE

Ever wonder which cuts of beef are used for what? Learn from a professional chef about the most common cuts you will find in the grocery store and how to prepare them. This class will cover wet versus dry aging, grading, marbling, veal, healthy choices and preparation, and what to look for in that perfect cut of beef. You will see how to season, cook and carve a fabulous roast, with a perfect sauce to go with it, as well as prepare classic steak tartare for an appetizer. 44010150 / $99 / Materials: $20 Mar 20

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Pierre Plamondon, Red Seal chef 1 session

JPP

Cooking

CONTINUED

Brilliant Bagels

BAKING

Start your mornings off right with your very own homemade bagels! Learn and practise the steps in making delicious bagels, including gluten development, cold fermentation, bagel shaping and poaching liquids. Finish the bagels off with a selection of tasty toppings like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and onion and garlic. And while the bagels are proofing and rising, you’ll prepare sweet and savoury spreads—an added touch to elevate them to perfection!

Baking the Healthy Way

44010273 / $99 / Materials: $20

Cookies, muffins and the like are delicious, but they can also be full of fats and refined sugars. Did you know that you can bake these treats with good-for-you ingredients? Learn to use whole grains and natural sweeteners to make muffins, cookies, granola bars and other sweets that pack a nutritional punch without compromising on taste! 44010218 / $99 / Materials: $20 Feb 9

Susan Sanders

Sat 10 am - 1 pm

1 session

MAV

Mar 2

Susan Sanders

Sat 9 am - 1 pm

1 session

Pie Baking: Unlock the Mystery Stop buying those frozen pie crusts! Learn to make delicious, flaky pie crusts from scratch, just like Grandma’s. After this session, you’ll know how to create unbaked and baked crusts plus fruit and meat pies. 44010003 / $99 / Materials: $20

Beautiful Breads: Cinnamon Buns & More

MAV

Mar 9

Jill Shaw

Sat 10 am - 1 pm

1 session

JPP

Roll up your sleeves and get ready to transform soft, warm dough into fluffy, oversized cinnamon buns. This course will teach you to prepare scrumptious orange rolls, cheese buns, cinnamon rings and more. 44010001 / $99 / Materials: $20 Mar 4

THERE’S MORE TO TASTE! See page 13

Jill Shaw

Mon 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Discover Chinatown Explore learnatmetro.ca/discoverchinatown

Discover Dim Sum Are you new to dim sum? Overwhelmed by the myriad of choices or the hustle and bustle of a traditional dim sum restaurant? Whether you’re a dim sum beginner or a seasoned foodie, this course is the perfect dim sum how-to guide. Embark on a culinary adventure in the heart of Edmonton’s Chinatown and learn about the etiquette, history and origins of this popular Cantonese teahouse tradition—over a meal of scrumptious little dishes! You will sample more than a dozen dim sum classics and get a behind-the-scenes look at the art of dim sum. 44010274 / $79 / Materials: $40 Feb 9

1 session

The Art of Chinese Tea

Introduction to Chinese Medicine

Do you prefer tea over coffee? You’re not alone! Tea is China’s national drink, with a tradition spanning thousands of years. Learn about the art behind traditional Chinese tea culture, including the different types of tea and how you can enhance the distinctive characteristics, aromas and flavours of each. Indulge the tea lover in you by discovering the traditional methods of Chinese tea making while sampling the best tea Edmonton’s Chinatown has to offer!

Built on over 2,500 years of Chinese medical practice, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is one of the most popular forms of alternative medicine in the world. Gain a basic understanding of TCM, from its foundational philosophy to its treatment practices. Learn about the basic tenets and modalities, including herbal medicine, acupuncture and tui na (a form of medical massage), and think about health and wellness from a whole-person point of view. If you’re considering Chinese medicine as an additional wellness therapy, this course is the perfect primer!

44010275 / $79 / Materials: $20

44140228 / $79

Mar 30

Sat 11 am - 2 pm

Megan Tsang

Sat 1 pm - 3 pm

metro continuing education •

Keren Tang

1 session

DCP

J A N UA R Y – M A R C H 2019

Feb 23

Sat 9 am - 12 pm

Dr. Ling Duan, R.Ac TCMD 1 session

ACS

Art DRAWING PAINTING

Drawing Sampler Session

Oil Painting for Beginners Learn to create beautiful oil paintings, working from both still life and photo references. This course will cover basic techniques including design and composition, colour mixing, values, perspective, brush effects and more. During the course you will complete six to eight paintings of still life subjects, landscapes and portraits—as well as gain the confidence to paint in oils. 44030164 / $249 Jan 29 - Mar 19

Tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

8 sessions

RUN

Lose your inhibitions and fear of the blank canvas with poured acrylics! Using only air and gravity to move the paint, you’ll create unique and beautiful abstract works of art. Whether you’re just starting out or have been painting for a while, you’re sure to gain a new perspective. 44030140 / $79

Tricia Cameron Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

In the Spirit of Van Gogh For those who are attracted to art with vibrant colours, heavy texture and expressive mark making, Vincent Van Gogh sets the standard. Using oil or acrylic paint—or both—bring to life exciting floral portrait and landscape paintings in the style of the master. Open to all levels. 44030208 / $279 Jan 17 - Mar 21

Izabella Orzelski-Konikowski Thu 6 pm - 9 pm

10 sessions

Jan 8

Susan Casault Tue 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

1 session

Izabella Orzelski-Konikowski Tue 6 pm - 9 pm

Drawing can be a wonderful form of expression and relaxation for anybody looking to pursue a new creative outlet. In this course, you will start with the basics and learn drawing techniques that you can continue to explore for years to come. Line, shading to create form, texture, values and perspective will all be introduced in weekly exercises. No drawing experience is necessary. 44030125 / $175 Jan 15 - Feb 19

Susan Casault Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm

6 sessions

Introduction to Coloured Pencils Explore the versatile medium of coloured pencil through demonstrations and oneon-one guidance. Learn different mark-making and blending techniques and how to layer colours to create depth and richness in your drawings. You will complete a small drawing each week with a photo reference provided by the instructor. 44030234 / $149 Feb 26 - Mar 19

Susan Casault Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm

4 sessions

SPECIALIZED ART FORMS

Take your art to the next level! Expand your personal art practices in oil and/ or acrylic painting mediums. Your instructor will give you individual guidance in exploring your own style and technique. Intermediate to advanced levels. 44030227 / $279

Introduction to Drawing

RUN

Advanced Painting

Jan 8 - Mar 12

44030171 / $69

Carmella Haykowsky

An Adventure With Poured Acrylics

Mar 6

Interested in learning how to draw, but not sure if it’s really for you? Before jumping into our six-week Introduction to Drawing course, join Susan Casault for a condensed two-hour session that will cover the basics of drawing, what supplies you would need to invest in and how much it would cost. Give it a try and get your questions answered in this fun introductory class. Supplies will be provided.

10 sessions

ONLINE SUPPLY LISTS

Soapstone Carving for Beginners What better way to pay tribute to a beloved Canadian icon than by carving it in stone? Beginner and intermediate carvers are invited to join local soapstone artist Kay McCormack to learn how to carve a loon. You will plan your loon, practise the correct and safe use of hand tools and tackle the challenge of thinking in three dimensions. Under Kay’s guidance, discover the thrill of watching your creation emerge from stone. Tools/materials will be provided. 44030183 / $129 / Materials: $60 Feb 7 - 21

Classes that require supplies are noted with this icon—access the supply lists online or call Metro for a mailed copy. metrocontinuingeducation.ca

Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Kay McCormack

3 sessions

RUN

Artist: Kay McCormack

Art

CONTINUED

Leather Crafting: Dog Collar & Leash Set Walk your dog in style! In this two-day course, you’ll custom-create a handcrafted leather collar and leash set. Learn basic skills in stamping, cutting, riveting and staining—and make one lucky pooch very happy!

Introduction to Zentangle® Art

44030236 / $99 / Materials: $30

Join Colette Doran, certified Zentangle teacher, to learn the truth of the Zentangle slogan: “Anything is possible one stroke at a time.” Relaxing, fun and easy to learn, Zentangle lets you create beautiful images using simple, repetitive lines. More than just a drawing process, Zentangle is a journey of self-discovery. It provides a structured path for creating art from patterns by breaking them down into elemental strokes, and it requires no artistic ability. In this class, you’ll learn the origins of Zentangle and then create at least two unique pieces of art. 44030102 / $79 / Materials: $20 Feb 6

Mar 4 - 6

1 session

2 sessions

Leather Crafting: Make Your Own Wallet

Colette Doran

Wed 6:30 pm - 9 pm

Mon, Wed 6 pm - 9 pm

Christine Berget

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at leather crafting, this is a great place to start! Design and make a classic tri-fold leather wallet for yourself or to give as a gift. You will learn how to tool, stamp, stain and lace the leather to create a unique and practical work of art. 44030237 / $89 / Materials: $40 Jan 26

Sat 9 am - 1 pm

Christine Berget 1 session

RUN

Framed Pebble Art Taking inspiration from the unique forms provided by nature, channel your creativity into a framed masterpiece for your wall. With pebbles as the foundation for your image, enhance its charm using sticks, moss, stencils, flowers and other materials. The options are endless! Your finished artwork can be 5” × 7” or 8” × 10”. There will be a materials cost of $20 (payable to the instructor in class). 44030200 / $79 Mar 16

Christine Berget Sat 10 am - 1 pm

1 session

Calligraphy: Introduction to Script Lettering Gain a solid grounding in the calligraphic arts. In this class, you’ll learn how to use a pointed pen and bottle ink, as well as how to set up a page properly. As you master these basic skills, you’ll also have a chance to explore variations and alterations. By the end of the course, you’ll have all the knowledge you need to execute foundational strokes and letters. There will be a materials cost of $5 (payable to the instructor in class) for the pen nibs that will be provided. 44030189 / $129 Feb 4 - 25

STAINED GLASS Stained Glass: Beginner Lead Came Panel Introduce yourself to the colours and textures of stained glass by building a stained glass panel using the traditional lead came technique. Learn how to score and break, grind, lead, solder and cement your panel. Choose from provided designs and build your own 10” x 15” panel to display in your home. Tool rental/ supplies/materials fee: $130 plus GST (payable to Bissett Stained Glass). 44030018 / $175 Jan 16 - Feb 13

Tracy Bissett Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

5 sessions

BSG

LynnAnn Babuk Mon 6:30 pm - 9 pm No class Feb 18

3 sessions

Artist: Bissett Stained Glass

Introduction to Pointillism Learn to create optical magic! Pointillism is the art of using small dots to form an image with striking tone and texture. In this introductory course, you’ll receive group and individual instruction in “stippling”—creating monochromatic images by using dots of varying size and density. 44030210 / $109 / Materials: $15 Feb 20 - 27

William Johnson

Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

2 sessions

Introduction to Metal Sculpture Using planishing (hammered metal) technique and metal-leafing, create a lowrelief wall sculpture approximately 12” square. Over two sessions, you will become familiar with some of the exciting design possibilities for working with metal. This class will include group instruction on planishing technique as well as individual instruction as required. 44030205 / $109 / Materials: $20 Mar 13 - 20

Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

William Johnson 2 sessions

FEATURED CLASS

Stained Glass: Beginner Copper Foil Experience the colours, textures and endless possibilities of stained glass with this fun and challenging introduction to the copper foil method. Learn skills like glass scoring and breaking, grinding and shaping, copper foiling and soldering, and finishing. Complete and take home at least two 8” x 8” projects. Tool rental/supplies/materials fee: $100 plus GST (payable to Bissett Stained Glass). 44030016 / $175 Jan 17 - Feb 14 Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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J A N UA R Y – M A R C H 2019

Tracy Bissett 5 sessions BSG

Artist: Elizabeth Hoskin

FEATURED CLASS

Stained Glass: Mosaic Tabletop Discover the endless possibilities that mosaics offer by creating a glass mosaic tabletop or wall hanging. Learn to cut and grind for shape, attach the glass to your board, and grout and finish your piece. Choose from one of our pattern ideas or create your own. Your finished piece will be approximately 16” x 16”. There may be some homework. Open to students of all levels. Tool rental/ supplies/materials fee: $110 plus GST. 44030020 / $129 Mar 20 - Apr 3

Tracy Bissett Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

3 sessions

BSG

Introduction to Modern Embroidery Join us for an exciting, fresh, modern spin on an age-old craft that’s taking Instagram and Pinterest by storm! With over 10 years’ experience in needlecrafts and fine arts, Elizabeth will show you how to combine traditional technique and contemporary composition to create home décor that’s both classy and fun. 44030235 / $129

Elizabeth Hoskin

Jan 29 - Feb 12 Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm

3 sessions

Stained Glass: Winter Chimes Join us in making wonderful winter-themed wind chimes. Add sparkle and fun to the cold winter months with polar bears, penguins, snowflakes, icicles or whatever else your heart desires! You’ll create your main base and all the hanging pieces in the first class and assemble the finished piece in the second class. No previous glass experience required. Tool rental/supplies/materials fee: $75 plus GST (payable to Bissett Stained Glass). 44030233 / $89 Jan 26 - 29

Tracy Bissett Sat 9:30 am - 12 pm; Tue 6:30 pm - 8 pm

2 sessions

BSG

Stained Glass: Garden Stone Create a colourful 12” patio stone for your garden, flower bed or deck. Learn how to cut and grind glass, pour concrete and finish your stone. Choose from various shapes and patterns, and introduce yourself to the world of glass stepping stones. Beginner to intermediate levels. Tool rental/supplies/materials fee: $65 plus GST (payable to Bissett Stained Glass). 44030053 / $99 Mar 9

Tracy Bissett Sat 9 am - 4 pm

1 session

TEXTILE ARTS Basic Sewing Skills for Beginners So you’ve always wanted to be able to sew? Now’s your chance! In this class, you’ll complete a simple garment from start to finish. Learn how to select fabrics, patterns, sewing tools and supplies. We’ll also cover how to operate a sewing machine, alter patterns, cut out fabrics, read pattern instruction sheets and understand sewing terminology. If you’re a previous beginner student, come try a new project to enhance your sewing skills. Supplies are needed but won’t be purchased until after the first class. You don’t need to buy a sewing machine, but if you own one and would like to use it, please bring it to the first class. 44030168 / $175 Jan 21 - Mar 4

Susan Sanders Mon 6 pm - 9 pm No class Feb 18

6 sessions

BSG

Learn to Sew in a Day

Fused Glass: Mosaic Plate Learn to create a beautiful fused glass plate. Choose from a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colours of fusing glass to design a free-form masterpiece that is truly unique. No previous glass experience required. Tool rental/supplies/ materials fee: $65 plus GST (payable to Bissett Stained Glass).

Ready to get to know your new sewing machine? Bring it to class to find out how it works and explore the creative possibilities! Learn how to thread the machine, pin and cut fabric, sew seams, seam finish edges, add topstitching and stitch a closure. Then use your new skills to sew an easy tote bag. You’ll leave with the confidence and inspiration to tackle future sewing projects.

44030211 / $79

44030223 / $109 / Materials: $10

Feb 23

Tracy Bissett Sat 9:30 am - 12 pm

1 session

BSG

From polar bears to penguins, come make a fun set of polar-themed suncatchers or dishes—or be adventurous and create one plate to span the globe! Choose from a variety of fusing glass and precut pieces to achieve your own unique design. No previous glass experience required. Tool rental/supplies/materials fee: $65 plus GST (payable to Bissett Stained Glass).

Jan 26

Tracy Bissett Sat 1 pm - 3:30 pm

Sat 10 am - 3:30 pm

1 session

MAV

Crocheting for Beginners

Fused Glass: Polar Plates

44030232 / $79

Mar 9

Pat Doerksen

1 session

BSG

Discover a new and inexpensive hobby as you learn to crochet and read patterns to create anything you like! Explore various knots and stitches, such as the slip knot, chain stitch, slipstitch, half-double crochet, double crochet and triple stitch. Then learn how to sew seams together and crochet your pieces into one. Start with a dishcloth or granny square and progress to crocheted bags, an iPod or cellphone pouch, a wedding sachet, a tea cozy or other patterns. 44030136 / $109 / Materials: $40 Feb 27 - Mar 20

Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Marion Kaiser, MEd 4 sessions

Photo supplied by the Ice on Whyte Festival

Passions&Pastimes HOBBIES & INTERESTS Stargazing Always wanted to learn your way around the night sky? This two-night program will set you on your way! Use a planisphere to find objects in the sky, and explore freeware and smartphone apps to help you identify stars, constellations and planets. We’ll explore a simulated night sky in our portable planetarium and, weather permitting, do some outdoor gazing through high-quality telescopes. A great way to start your journey in amateur astronomy! 44150053 / $89 Jan 23 - 30

Frank Florian Wed 7 pm - 9:30 pm

2 sessions

TWS

Pool for Beginners Love the idea of playing pool, and looking to ease your way into the deep end? Join expert instructors at Edmonton’s fabulous new TopShots Billiards and Ping Pong to learn the fundamentals of the game, including basic shots, the rules of the most popular games, and tips and advanced strategies. All equipment will be provided. 44150192 / $89 Jan 28 - Feb 11

Brian Butler Mon 7 pm - 8 pm

3 sessions

FEATURED CLASS

Introduction to Ice Carving Come try your hand at one of the coolest arts around! Offered in partnership with the Boardwalk Ice on Whyte Festival, this class will provide everything you need to create your own unique ice sculpture. Learn how crystal-clear carving ice is made, what tools are used for carving and how to take your piece from idea to sketch to reality. You’ll leave with a finished sculpture that you can display at home or at the festival. 44150187 / $125 Jan 29

Ice on Whyte

Tue 6 pm - 9 pm

1 session

ICE

TOP

Beekeeping for Beginners Level 1

For the Love of Lego Rediscover your favourite childhood toy—from a grown-up perspective! From humble beginnings as a small Danish company, Lego has become the fourthlargest toy manufacturer in the world. Delve into its history and learn about the simple blocks’ creation and manufacturing. We’ll discuss how Lego has increased its market share in the business world, becoming a household name in the process. You’ll receive Lego components to use for activities during the class.

In the spring of 2015, Edmonton’s city council passed an amendment to permit beekeeping in the city, opening up a whole new world for beekeeper wannabes (no pun intended!). If you’re interested in finding out more about keeping honeybees, join local urban beekeeper Dustin Bajer as he introduces the basic knowledge needed for effective beekeeping: honeybee anatomy, pheromones, communication, seasonal behaviour, swarming, overwintering, genetics, castes and life cycles.

44150186 / $99 / Materials: $15

44150174 / $89

Mar 16

Sat 10 am - 3 pm

Greg Wilson 1 session

Feb 20

Dustin Bajer Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

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TASTINGS

Rum Tasting

Big, Beefy Red Wines

Explore the mysteries and complexities of rum, from the Caribbean to the farflung reaches of India. Learn about rum’s significance in history, how it’s made and how the different flavours and colours are achieved. Discover why some of the aged rums are gaining in popularity among connoisseurs and established Scotch and bourbon drinkers.

Nothing fortifies against the cold like a hearty red. Under the guidance of Steve Richmond, discover six big, chewy, fleshy wines. As we taste the wines, we’ll discuss delicious ideas for wine-meat pairings that will help get you through the depths of the Edmonton winter. 44010249 / $99 / Materials: $20 Mar 7

Thu 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Feb 7

Thu 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Stephen Richmond 1 session

Chocolate Tasting Take your appreciation of chocolate up a notch! Like fine wines and coffee, fine chocolate has distinctive characteristics. Gain delicious insider knowledge on how to taste it, when to taste it and what to look out for. You’ll learn how to pick out nuances of flavour and texture influenced by the type of cocoa and the region where it is produced. 44010155 / $79

44150113 / $79 / Materials: $20

Scotch Tasting Single malt Scotch is the hottest spirit on the planet right now! Learn to pour, smell and taste Scotch whiskies from various regions of Scotland. Whether you are a whisky enthusiast or just a newbie, you will learn to appreciate the subtleties of different styles and flavours. 44150011 / $79 / Materials: $20 Feb 21

Thu 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Stephen Richmond 1 session

Rebecca Grant

Feb 13

Wed 7 pm - 8:30 pm

1 session

JPP

Mar 16

Sat 1 pm - 2:30 pm

1 session

PHOTOGRAPHY How to Use Your Digital Camera If you do not know how to use the buttons, dials and settings on your compact or SLR camera, this is the course for you! Bring your camera and manual and get ready to learn about automatic and adjustable settings, menus, controls and flash. Learn how to load your pictures onto your computer and discuss different processing options. 44150194 / $125 Feb 20 - 27

Ian Scott Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

2 sessions

Creating Your Own Photo Book DEMONSTRATION COURSE

Are you overwhelmed by the number of photos stored on your computer that are rarely seen? Do you want to showcase your photos in a simple yet unique way for others to enjoy for years to come? Learn the basics of putting a photo book together, such as choosing a theme, selecting photos, putting them in order, and adding text, along with other tips and tricks. You will also explore the options available for photo books to help you select the book that’s right for you and your project. Whether you make them as gifts or for your own use, photo books are a fun and easy way to manage and display your photos. 44150198 / $79 Feb 23

Jennifer Rush Sat 10 am - 1 pm

1 session

MAV

Phone Photography Tired of carrying bulky camera equipment on your holidays? No need—you can take incredible photos with your phone camera! In this fun, informative, hands-on class, you’ll learn to use all of your phone’s camera features to move beyond simple snapshots and start taking photos with style. Please bring your smartphone to class. 44150197 / $79 Mar 21

Ian Scott Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

VRA

Lifestyle Photography Capture the magic of real-life moments in everyday settings. Learn to tell a story with your photographs and use different kinds of lighting like a pro. You’ll leave with a new perspective on how to frame the truth and beauty of day-to-day life. Please bring your digital SLR camera to class. 44150199 / $129 Mar 8 - 9

Debbie Boccabella Fri 6:30 pm - 9 pm; Sat 10 am - 3 pm

2 sessions

MAV

Floral Design FLORAL FUN Floral Armature Design A popular European floral design technique, armatures are grid-like structures used to create unique bouquet shapes. Learn to use a variety of materials to create a handmade armature to support blooms in your own arrangement.

FEATURED CLASS

Prerequisite: Basic floral design experience or Floral Design Level 1 44000030 / $79 / Materials: $60 Feb 21

Instructor TBD

Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

RUN

Colourful Carnations Get creative with carnations! Long lasting and available in a variety of colours, carnations are the perfect flower for an introduction to outside-the-box floral design. Enjoy a night out learning the secrets of professional florists, and create stunning arrangements using two unique designs. 44000031 / $69 / Materials: $60 Feb 6

Making a simple bridal bouquet is easier than you might think. With expert guidance and beautiful flowers, you’ll learn to create a lovely and romantic bouquet in this hands-on class. A great option for the bride who wants to keep her wedding on-budget and on-trend! 44000020 / $79 / Materials: $90 Mar 5

Tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Instructor TBD 1 session

Karen Prentice

Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

1 session

Blissful Winter Blossoms

Enhancing Florals With Succulents When you think of succulents, does your mind go to a desert, terrarium or rock garden? This class will help you reimagine succulents! Take these beautiful, diverse and resilient plants out of their element and be amazed by how they enhance a fresh flower arrangement. 44000028 / $79 / Materials: $80 Mar 16

DIY Bridal Bouquet

Instructor TBD

Sat 10 am - 1 pm

1 session

What better way to beat the winter blues than with a fresh floral arrangement? Fill a beautiful glass container with seasonal flowers such as anemones, hydrangea, spray roses, bupleurum, orchids and succulents (depending on availability), along with greens such as sword fern, xanadu, oregonia, lily grass and eucalyptus. You’ll leave with some spring in your soul and a sumptuous arrangement to brighten your home or give as a gift. Tools are needed. 44000029 / $79 / Materials: $60 Jan 26

Sat 9 am - 12 pm

Lynne McAlpine 1 session

RUN

DIY Wedding Table Centerpiece Get practical advice for your big day while learning to create a beautiful wedding centerpiece that can be used on a range of tables. Then try your hand at a popular new wedding trend—the floral garland. Finally, put it all together and build a gorgeous wedding tablescape for your happily ever after. 44000021 / $79 / Materials: $90 Mar 12

Instructor TBD

Tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

FLORAL CLASS LEGEND Beginner-friendly class Class requires floral tools. You’ll receive details online and when you register.

FLORAL DESIGN Floral Design Advanced In this advanced class, you will gain in-depth knowledge and skills working with special occasion floral planning, including funerals, grads and weddings. A variety of modern special occasion arrangements will be created. Students will work with different styles of more complex themed-arrangement groupings while learning to create designs such as topiary, formal linear, European pavé and ikebana. Special emphasis will be placed on bridal bouquets and tropical flowers and foliage. Discussions will include variations and interpretations of design form, care and handling of tropical flowers, shadowing, banding and framing. Prerequisite(s): Floral Design Level 2 44000010 / $595 / Materials: $750 Jan 7 - 25

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Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 12 pm - 3 pm

Lynne McAlpine 15 sessions

RUN

Do-It-Yourself Distressed Wood Finishes What could enhance the rustic charm of your decor like a flourish of aged wood? Whether it’s a picture frame, a dresser facing, a tray or something else, decorative pieces can be completely transformed by adding a finish. Learn this simple technique for giving new life—and antique character—to an object in your home.

BEAUTIFUL HOMES & GARDENS

44080050 / $99 / Materials: $20

Angie Sotiropoulos

Pruning Trees & Shrubs

Mar 16

Trees and shrubs are often forgotten until they’re out of control. Pruning techniques, training young plants and rejuvenating old plants will be discussed. Turn your jungle into your garden retreat.

How to Prepare Your Home for Resale

44080032 / $125 Mar 14 - 21

2 sessions

RUN

Spring Into Gardening

44080025 / $79

Fall in love with gardening again or for the first time! Whether you’re an avid gardener or a beginner, Kevin Napora will enhance your knowledge and inspire you to achieve your perfect garden. He’ll take you week by week from spring through summer, discussing all the essential tasks: pruning, soil care, planting, weeding, pest and disease management, and more. 44080028 / $125 Mar 13 - 20

Mar 13

2 sessions

Johanne Yakula Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Simple Home Repairs for Women: Be Your Own Plumber

Kevin Napora Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Home staging is essential to creating a lasting impression for potential home buyers. This session will help you look through the buyer’s eye and offers dozens of tips on how to enhance your house and turn it into an irresistible and marketable home that stands out from the crowd. Buyers will be scurrying for their chequebooks!

Kevin Napora Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Sat 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

DEMONSTRATION COURSE

Does your toilet run or have a leak? Are your drains slow? Do you need a new faucet? Save money by learning to unplug a toilet or sink, replace toilet parts and replace a faucet yourself. Learn about the tools you will need, how-tos, when-tos and when it is safer not to. Roll up your sleeves and see what you can do yourself! 44080020 / $89 Mar 4

Keith Crowell Mon 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

FEATURED CLASSES

WELDING

Both metal pieces by: CLAC Alberta Training

Garage Welding Level 1

Metal Rose Making Level 1

Whether you have a welding machine collecting dust in your garage or are thinking about purchasing one, this is the course for you. Learn about brands, models and types of machines— and, critically, how to use them! This introductory course will teach you everything you need to know to get started with basic welding. (*$50)

Learn about basic hand tools and metalforming techniques while creating a metal rose. Using thin aluminum sheeting, you will cut, drill, bend and shape your creation from simple materials you can pick up from your local hardware store. At the end of the course, you’ll take home a rose that will never wilt! (*$20)

Looking to learn how to use your plasma cutter, or thinking of buying one? Whether you aim to cut out a logo or create a custom privacy screen panel for your yard or home, this class will teach you all you need to know about simple home plasma projects. (*$50)

44080053 / $199

44080051 / $99

44080054 / $99

CLAC Alberta Training

Mar 6 - 20 Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 3 sessions CLA

Feb 11

CLAC Alberta Training

Mon 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session CLA

Plasma Cutting Basics

Jan 26

CLAC Alberta Training

Sat 9 am - 12 pm

1 session CLA

* Approximate Materials Cost (payable directly to CLAC Alberta Training) register easily at metrocontinuingeducation.ca • 780. 428.1111 • 1.877. 202. 2003

Dance&Fitness GET FIT PICKLEBALL

Running Technique 101

Pickleball Workshop Learn to play the fastest-growing sport in North America—in a day! Part badminton, part tennis and part Ping-Pong, pickleball uses a paddle and a Wiffle ball. Certified instructors will give you a handle on the basics and rules of pickleball so you can hit the ground running with this exciting game. 43160132 / $79 Mar 16

Whether you’re an aspiring runner or a seasoned running fanatic, join Hung Ly to enhance your technique for sprinting and distance running. Learn the foundations of proper running form and become a better, safer and more efficient runner. 43160139 / $105 Feb 5 - Mar 19

Hung Ly Tue 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm No class Mar 5

STR

In A Pickle Sat 9 am - 1:30 pm

1 session

RUN

Pickleball for Beginners Learn to play the fastest-growing sport in North America while enjoying the benefits of social and physical well being! Pickleball combines the elements of badminton, tennis and Ping-Pong, using a paddle and Wiffle ball. Certified instructors will teach you the basics and rules of pickleball and help you build a solid foundation of skills for this exciting game. 43160131 / $119

In A Pickle

Jan 31 - Feb 21

Thu 6 pm - 8 pm

4 sessions

RUN

Feb 27 - Mar 20

Wed 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm

4 sessions

RUN

Zumba Gold® If you’re looking for a low-impact workout with simple, fun steps, then this class is for you! Dance your way to improved health and shake your body to the Latin rhythms of reggaeton, cumbia, salsa and cha-cha. No dancing skills are required as the class is a gentle, easy-to-follow version of Zumba. Comfortably paced. 43160029 / $125 Jan 22 - Mar 12

Corina Walker Tue 7 pm - 8 pm

FOR THE LOVE OF DANCE

Country Line Dancing Stomp your feet, kick up your heels and join Dwayne and Jill, our expert country dance instructors, to learn some classic line dances! Line dancing offers a fun and exciting way to exercise and socialize, and you can dance with or without a partner. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced dancer, you’ll enjoy learning basic steps and variations that will give you the confidence you need so you’re in the front row of the next line dance. Partner not required. 43170038 / $89

Dwayne Tulik & Jill Thomson Wed 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm

5 sessions

RUN

8 sessions

VRA

HIGH Fitness Join the fitness craze that everyone is talking about! This fun, energized class incorporates interval training with music you love and easy-to-follow fitness choreography. Get that heart rate up while enjoying every second! Suitable for all levels. 43160136 / $89

Feb 6 - Mar 6

6 sessions

Jan 10 - 31

Ashley Lumme-Levesque Thu 7 pm - 8 pm

4 sessions

VRA

Salsa & Mambo Ready to have the time of your life, Dirty Dancing-style? Originating in Cuba in the early decades of the 20th century from Afro-Caribbean and Latin American roots, salsa and mambo are among the most popular dance forms around. Join experienced instructors in a supportive learning atmosphere for some inspiring rhythms and high-energy fun! Register with a partner. 43160118 / $89 / Price is per person Jan 24 - Feb 21

Thu 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Peter & Helga Zankl 5 sessions

BRM

Dance 101

Ballroom Dance

Do you have a special event coming up and want to brush up your dancing skills? In five nights you will learn the jive, the tango, the waltz and a line dance or two. Bring a friend or your significant other for a fun night out and gain the confidence you need for the special occasions in your life! Register with a partner.

Cha-cha your way to confidence while waltzing towards feeling at ease in any social dance environment. Learn the basic step patterns of the foxtrot, jive/ swing, waltz and cha-cha. Register with a partner.

43160099 / $89 / Price is per person Jan 24 - Feb 21

Thu 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm

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Peter & Helga Zankl 5 sessions J A N UA R Y – M A R C H 2019

BRM

43160100 / $125 / Price is per person Jan 14 - Mar 18

Mon 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm No class Feb 18 & Mar 11

Peter & Helga Zankl 8 sessions

BRM

Bootcamp for Beginners

Strength Training for Women

Strengthen your muscles with an an energizing, total-body workout. As you move through various intervals and circuits, you’ll learn how total-body training improves your basal metabolic rate, accelerates weight loss, and prevents injury. Join us to tone and sweat your way to real results!

Strength training builds muscle, burns fat, increases overall health and boosts self-confidence. Learn and practise several workout routines that you can do on your own in any gym, and discover exercises that let you use your body weight to become stronger and fitter. Please bring two dumbbells of different weights (one light, one heavy).

43160053 / $105 Feb 6 - Mar 13

Larissa Sawiak Wed 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

6 sessions

43160037 / $99 Feb 5 - 26

Amie Mangan Tue 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm

4 sessions

POUND® Fitness Become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout, combining cardio, conditioning and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements. Designed for all fitness levels, POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! Please bring a yoga mat. 43160135 / $105 Jan 21 - Mar 4

Ashley Lumme-Levesque Mon 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm No class Feb 18

6 sessions

MAV

Stretch for Strength

MIND & BODY FITNESS BellyFit Flow® If you enjoy yoga and love to dance, then this class is for you! BellyFit Flow beautifully fuses yoga flow sequences with sensual movements from belly dance and Indian dance. Get ready for a workout routine that stretches, strengthens and energizes. Finish off with a mudra meditation to refresh and renew. All levels welcome!

Realign your body to strengthen and lengthen your muscles. Learn how to safely increase your range of motion and energy level by focusing on placement, posture, balance, breath, flexibility and tension release. This head-to-toe workout will leave you feeling powerful and rejuvenated!

43160075 / $125

43160138 / $79

Tai Chi Chih

Feb 14 - Mar 14

Darci Macht Thu 7 pm - 8 pm No class Feb 28

4 sessions

VRA

HIIT Workout Rev up your energy and metabolism in this fun and fast-paced class! This form of cardio intersperses intervals of high-intensity exercise with intervals of lowintensity exercise or complete rest. You’ll see results in no time! All fitness levels welcome, modifications will be provided as required. 43160070 / $125 Jan 22 - Mar 12

Larissa Sawiak Tue 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

8 sessions

BRM

Fit Over 50

Jan 7 - Mar 4

Annyse Rayne Mon 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm No class Feb 18

8 sessions

Tai chi chih is an ancient mind-body art form known for its healing and rejuvenating effect. The series of 20 energizing movements improve mental and physical well-being, balance, increase energy and provide relief from pain and stress. Class is suitable for all ages and abilities. 43160023 / $105 Jan 22 - Feb 26

Sharon Melvin Tue 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm

6 sessions

BRM

Gentle Yoga Gentle yoga is ideal for anyone seeking the benefits of a relaxing and restorative experience. Intended to rejuvenate and heal the body, this class is held at a slower and soothing pace and focuses on improving range of motion and joint mobility, as well as reducing pain and the effects of stress.

Want to get stronger and fitter, but not quite sure how? Worried about how your body and old injuries will respond? This class is for you! Join your peers for an exercise class that takes into account your needs and goals while still challenging everyone who comes. Be prepared to try a variety of exercises with a variety of equipment. Please bring a yoga mat.

43160077 / $105

43160137 / $105

Experience the benefits of improved flexibility, relaxation, enhanced fitness and strength, and relief from stress. Explore breathing exercises, basic meditation and concentration techniques. This course is excellent for beginners and will also challenge advanced students.

Feb 5 - Mar 12

Amie Mangan Tue 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

6 sessions

Jan 16 - Feb 20

Annemarie van Oploo Wed 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

6 sessions

RUN

Yoga: Mixed Levels

43160010 / $135

Dawn Scott

Jan 7 - Mar 18

Mon 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm No class Feb 18

10 sessions

BRM

Jan 7 - Mar 18

Mon 7 pm - 8:30 pm No class Feb 18

10 sessions

MGG

Jan 9 - Mar 13

Wed 7 pm - 8:30 pm

10 sessions

Mind/Body/Soul WELL-BEING True Colors®: Personalities & Relationships Find out what makes you—and those around you—tick. Each of us is made up of four basic personality types, in different combinations. Gain an understanding of the unique traits of each type, examine your own personality makeup and learn how to relate effectively to each type in various forms of relationships. 44140227 / $79 / Materials: $12 Mar 19

Tue 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Kim Silverthorn 1 session

Introduction to Emotional Intelligence You’ve heard of emotional intelligence—but what is it, really, and how can understanding it improve your relationships? We’ll discuss the concept of EQ, break down the four main components of emotional intelligence, talk about how it impacts home and everyday life, and share tips for strengthening your EQ. 44140226 / $79 Jan 22

Kim Silverthorn Tue 7 pm - 9 pm

1 session

VRA

FEATURED CLASSES

Conquer Your Clutter Overwhelmed by your possessions and not sure where to start? Let us help you find ways to make a change. This practical course will help you reign in your clutter and change your habits in order to achieve your goal of having an organized space. Spending just minutes per day will help you be successful and keep you motivated to continue! 44140134 / $99 Mar 16

Stacy Walker & Jan Tworek, BSc., RSW Sat 9 am - 3:30 pm

Connect with your partner on a whole different level through the fun and therapeutic art of relaxation massage. Learn to give a gentle massage that helps reduce pain and soothe tension caused by headaches and tight muscles. Your instructor, a professional massage therapist, will guide you while you take turns unwinding on a provided massage table. Supplies are needed. Caution: This class may not be suitable for those with serious systemic illnesses. Register with a partner.

Mar 16

Tired of buying clothes that look great in the closet but never make it off the hanger? Discover how your lifestyle and clothing personality influence your fashion decisions. Learn how to select 9 to 12 items of clothing to combine into 30 or more outfits that you will wear—start spending your money where you spend your time! 44140223 / $79 Mar 21

Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Mary Lynn Ilnitsky 1 session

Sat 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Got a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear? Join Mary Lynn Ilnitsky in this comprehensive style and image bootcamp for women. Learn how to dress your body shape, determining which cuts of clothing will best balance your proportions, and discover your wow! colours through professional colour draping. We’ll discuss how to strategically coordinate outfits using 12 key pieces of clothing to create up to 50 outfit combinations. Your newfound knowledge will save you time and money— while giving you a fashionable, flattering signature look. 44140217 / $159 Feb 8 - 9

Mary Lynn Ilnitsky

Fri 6 pm - 9 pm; Sat 9 am - 3:30 pm 2 sessions MAV

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Suzanne Belanger, RMT 1 session

RUN

Fascinating Fascia We don’t usually think much about fascia until it hurts—plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome or repetitive strain injury can really get our attention! Knowing how to engage your fascia (connective tissue) helps restore flexibility, range of motion, and reduce the stiffness of aging. Come try some DIY techniques and discuss professional strategies for managing fascia imbalances so you can limber up sooner! 44140166 / $79

Get Dressed With Purpose Bootcamp

Massage for Couples

44140009 / $89 / Price is per person

Sensible Wardrobe Planning

1 session

Mar 21

Suzanne Belanger, RMT Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

EFT Approach to Weight Loss Shedding excess weight doesn’t have to be a struggle. Learn to address the limiting beliefs and barriers that get in the way and discover how Emotional Freedom Techniques, which include tapping on specific acupressure points, can clear the path to success. With demonstrated statistically significant benefits for weight loss, this leading-edge self-help tool will help you prevent self-sabotage and start losing weight. 44140178 / $119 Feb 6 - 13

Claudette Pelletier-Hannah Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

2 sessions

Healing With Himalayan Singing Bowls

Mentorship for Intuitives

Himalayan (or Tibetan) singing bowls produce sounds that invoke a deep state of relaxation. The unique rhythmic sounds and vibrations of the singing bowl have been found to offer relief from depression, stress—even anger! Explore the fundamentals of sound therapy and learn how to use this alternative healing medium. This class will cover playing techniques and one- and two-bowl therapies.

If you’re a naturally intuitive person, why not make the most of your intuition? Come learn how to tune in and turn it up—all the time. We’ll discuss basic tools for connecting to your intuitive abilities and incorporating them into your daily life. Explore how to manage your energy field to feel grounded every day, while still tuning in to extra information. You will also learn techniques for diminishing self-limiting beliefs and keeping your insights accurate, as well as best self-care practices and ways to maximize your gifts.

44140213 / $99

Philip Wong

Feb 5 - 12

Tue 7 pm - 9:30 pm

2 sessions

Mar 6 - 13

Wed 7 pm - 9:30 pm

2 sessions

Prerequisite(s): Basic skills in receiving intuitive information and awareness of spirit guides or teachers 44140216 / $99

Anxiety & Depression: Finding Control

Mar 5 - 19

Learn about different types of depression and anxiety that can sometimes create seemingly insurmountable challenges and isolation for people we know and care about. Discover an assortment of tools to empower yourself or others, including healthy circadian rhythms, the food and mood connection, physical activity, relaxation techniques, creative coping strategies, medical treatment modalities and bibliotherapy supports. 44140182 / $89 Feb 13 - 20

Kim Silverthorn Wed 7 pm - 9 pm

2 sessions

From dandelion and yarrow to stinging nettle, an abundance of plants can be grown or foraged right in your own backyard for medicinal purposes. Clinical herbal therapist Elizabeth Walker will show you the plants and explain their properties and uses. Be prepared to use your senses as you see, taste and transform the herbs into infusions, decoctions, salves, syrups and other plant medicines to add to your health-care toolbox. You’ll take home samples of the medicines we make in class. 44140192 / $99 Feb 6 - 13

Elizabeth Walker Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

2 sessions

Tue 7 pm - 9 pm

3 sessions

Discover Mindfulness Get grounded in the fundamentals of a mindfulness-based approach to daily life. We’ll discuss the science of stress and its effect on our physical, mental and emotional well-being as well as how developing a regular practice can help you manage stress and cultivate more calm and peace in your daily life. Please bring a yoga mat, cushion or blanket to sit on. 44140222 / $79 Feb 5

Make Your Own Herbal Medicine

Kara Thompson

Tracy Montgomery Tue 7 pm - 9 pm

1 session

Mindfulness & Meditation You’d like to start practising mindfulness and meditation—but how do you choose from all the different approaches? Learn how various practices can help you manage stress and bring your life back into balance. Each week, you’ll be introduced to a new technique, as well as the science behind it, and have the opportunity to practise, reflect and ask questions. Please bring a yoga mat, cushion or blanket to sit on. 44140221 / $109 Feb 19 - Mar 12

Tracy Montgomery Tue 7 pm - 8:15 pm

4 sessions

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FEATURED CLASSES

Sizzling Smoky Eyes The eyes have it! In this hands-on class, learn how to bring out your most important feature with a classic technique in subtlety: the smoky eye. Keep this secret weapon in your back pocket for any occasion—a date, a professional meeting or any time you want to feel your best in front of a mirror or camera! 44140224 / $89 / Materials: $20 Feb 6

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Blushed Beaute 1 session

Makeup Basics: Flawless From Home Whether you’re unsure how to apply makeup or just bored with your morning makeup routine, this hands-on class will help you refresh and enhance your everyday look. Learn how to apply makeup for daytime, evening and special occasions. We’ll discuss what’s what in your skincare and makeup kit and determine which colours and techniques are right for your face, eye and lip shape. Class is for all ages levels of experience. Supplies are needed. 44140225 / $149 Feb 13 - Mar 6

Blushed Beaute Wed 7 pm - 9 pm

4 sessions

INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT

Elizabeth Segura with Blushed Beaute Elizabeth is the passionate owner of Blushed Beaute, an artist agency with a team of 10, and a published makeup artist and hairstylist. With over 10 years experience in the beauty industry, she’s worked for brands such as MAC, Dior, Stila, Giorgio Armani and Yves St. Laurent. She loves pursuing her passion for makeup, teaching, consulting and entrepreneurship. Her makeup style reflects both classic beauty and glamour and is long-wearing and photo-perfect thanks to her work in over 50 publications, including local magazines Avenue and Blush.

Music/Writing/Performing

MUSIC

Ukulele Fun for Beginners

Learn to Play Acoustic Guitar A course designed for newbies! Come learn to play the acoustic guitar in a relaxed group setting. We’ll play chords in the first position (cowboy chords), cover basic theory and practise the fundamentals of sight reading. Some finger-picking and strumming patterns will also be introduced. You’ll leave with enough know-how to play songs around the campfire—and a solid foundation of skills to build on in the future. 44160053 / $175 Jan 29 - Mar 19

Candice Gayle Tue 7 pm - 9 pm

8 sessions

VRA

Harmonica Fun for Beginners Play music any time and anywhere with this convenient and portable instrument! Learn to play simple melodies and rhythm patterns on the common, affordable 10-hole harmonica. Thanks to a unique, quick and easy teaching method, you’ll be playing basic traditional songs right away. You will need a basic 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C. Class is limited to 10 students. 44160004 / $139 Jan 24 - Feb 21

Tracey Newmann Thu 7 pm - 9 pm

5 sessions

With its small size and easy portability, the ukulele is an accessible instrument for everyone! Starting with single-note melodies, learn basic chords and strumming patterns to allow you to play folk and other songs for casual fun and enjoyment. You will need to provide your own ukulele. 44160009 / $89 Feb 12 - Mar 19

Andy Funke Tue 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

6 sessions

Blues Guitar Blues is the great “roots” music of America—the foundation of rock ’n’ roll, rhythm ’n’ blues, funk and jazz, and the “granddaddy” of heavy metal. It’s the secular, Saturday-night flip side of Sunday morning’s spirituals and gospel. When musicians from different genres such as country, bluegrass, jazz, rock and even classical get together to jam, the blues is usually where they find common ground. Come explore this widely influential and uniquely American genre in a practical, hands-on way. Learn the standard 12-bar blues chord progression and its variations, as well as a common eight-bar pattern. We’ll play and jam on songs by artists like Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, John Lee Hooker and Chuck Berry. Prerequisite(s): No prerequisite; however, practical experience playing the 1, 4 and 5-7th chords in the keys of E, A and G would be helpful. 44160036 / $149 Feb 5 - Mar 12

Tracey Newmann Tue 7 pm - 9 pm

6 sessions

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WRITING An Introduction to Creative Writing

In Your Own Words: Learn to Write a Memoir We all have a story worth remembering—are you ready to start writing yours? Learn how to craft your memoir through writing exercises and thought-provoking questions. We’ll discuss the memoir genre and share our stories aloud. You’ll leave each class with a draft of a story and the tools to continue writing. 44160052 / $139 Feb 6 - Mar 13

Lea Storry Wed 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

6 sessions

So you’ve got an idea for a movie ... now what? Screenwriter and independent filmmaker Randal Atamaniuk will guide you through the screenwriting process in this hands-on introductory class. Learn the fundamentals of writing for film, including crafting the scene, developing intriguing characters and writing compelling narrative in a three-act structure. You’ll also gain insight on how to professionally format a screenplay and navigate the motion picture and television industry. Writers of all levels are welcome.

Jan 22 - Feb 26

Randal Atamaniuk Tue 7 pm - 9:30 pm

44160013 / $249 Jan 17 - Mar 21

Screenwriting: How to Write a Movie

44160041 / $149

Just setting out on the road to becoming a writer? This course is your opportunity to go on a journey of discovery with writer, editor and former publisher Candas Jane Dorsey. In sessions packed with advice and illuminating anecdotes based on Dorsey’s decades of experience in the literary world, you will learn the elements of story, structure, character and setting. You’ll also share exercises and participate in a workshop to which each writer contributes one newly completed short piece.

6 sessions

VRA

Candas Jane Dorsey Thu 7 pm - 9:30 pm No class Feb 7 & 28

8 sessions

VRA

Kids’ Book Basics: Writing for Children & Teens Explore the craft and industry of writing kids’ literature in this introductory course. Through discussion, examples and exercises, learn how to create interesting characters, build fictional worlds and develop plots that will captivate young readers. Recognize some common writing pitfalls and develop a stronger editorial eye. Benefit from the insights of the two experienced children’s authors who will lead the course. Please bring a favourite children’s book to the first class. 44160025 / $175 Jan 15 - Feb 12

Rita Feutl & Karen Spafford-Fitz Tue 7 pm - 9:30 pm

5 sessions

PERFORMING ARTS Stand-Up Comedy

FEATURED CLASSES

Discover your unique sense of humour! Learn to use it in any situation and as a tool for well-being. You’ll also have the opportunity to perform in front of a live audience at a local comedy club. As this is an optional activity, you may either observe or participate on that evening. 44160002 / $199 Feb 12 - Mar 12

Paul Sveen Tue 7 pm - 9:30 pm

5 sessions

Magician in the Making Ready to be the life of the party? Whether you already know a trick or two or have always wished to have some magic up your sleeve, this is the class for you. Learn classic routines, sleights and card magic. Please bring a new deck of Bicycle-brand cards. All experience levels welcome.

Photo: Grindstone Theatre

44160051 / $139

INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT

Byron Martin with Grindstone Theatre Byron is the founder and artistic director of Grindstone Theatre and co-founder of the Grindstone Comedy Theatre & Bistro. He has worked for numerous theatres and was nominated for Outstanding Artistic Director at the 2015 Mayor’s Celebration for the Arts, as well as for a Sterling Award for acting. Byron is a graduate of the MacEwan Theatre Arts program and holds an MA in musical theatre performance from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. He has taught improv and acting for many years and in his spare time, he works as a professional magician.

Byron Martin

Feb 19 - Mar 19

Tue 7 pm - 9 pm

VRA / GRT

5 sessions:

First 4 sessions are held at Vimy Ridge Academy 5th session is held at Grindstone Theatre

The Art of Improv Looking to up your improv game? Discover the basics or take your journey to the next step with Grindstone Theatre! Learn to make strong offers, endow your scene partner, find the game in a scene and create engaging stories. Through warm-up exercises and a combination of short-form games and long-form styles, you’ll gain confidence in your performing abilities. Please wear comfortable clothing. 44160050 / $149

Byron Martin

Jan 30 - Feb 27

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

WM / GRT

5 sessions:

First 4 sessions are held at Westminster School 5th session is held at Grindstone Theatre

Languages AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL) American Sign Language (ASL) in a Day If you want to learn how to sign such things as people, family, time, days, weather, feelings, location, directions, clothes, colours and home, this introductory course is perfect for you. It is full immersion and completely interactive. You’ll take home a pictorial handout guaranteed to help you continue on your signing journey. This course is ideal for those in the health and public service industry and for students who want an introduction to American Sign Language. Beginner level. 46020005 / $139 / Materials: $10 Feb 9

Sat 9 am - 2:30 pm

Brenda Hansler 1 session

MAV

FRENCH French Level 1 Learn the basics of vocabulary, syntax, regular verbs and basic expressions. You’ll be introduced to the French language, while learning to ask and answer simple questions. 46020007 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $25

American Sign Language (ASL) Units 1 & 2

Jan 16 - Mar 20

This course will enable you to express basic vocabulary in ASL through body movement, gestures, facial expressions, finger spelling and basic signs. It is essential to attend the first class because it provides the necessary understanding of learning ASL as a second language.

French Level 2

46020001 / $299 Jan 9 - Mar 13

Shauna Durston Wed 6:30 pm - 9 pm

10 sessions

46020001 / $299 Jan 15 - Mar 19

ASD

Brenda Hansler Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm

10 sessions

Wed 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Jean Barrucand 10 sessions

Learn vocabulary enrichment with an emphasis on grammar, reflexive verbs and object pronouns. You will also be introduced to the past tense, as well as simple conversational interactions. Prerequisite(s): French Level 1 46020008 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $25 Jan 16 - Mar 20

Wed 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Claire Fouquier 10 sessions

American Sign Language (ASL) Units 3 & 4

French Level 3

You’ll develop spatial awareness of your environment in a real-world orientation and enhance your signing skills with challenging communication and intensive interaction. You will read and sign numbers up to 100, and also ask questions and make conversation about family and locations.

In this course, emphasis will be placed on advanced grammar. The future tense, comparatives, and the superlative of adjectives and adverbs will be introduced. You’ll participate in conversations that involve evaluating and describing things and people.

Prerequisite(s): American Sign Language (ASL) Units 1 & 2 46020002 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $120 Jan 16 - Mar 20

Wed 6:30 pm - 9 pm

46020009 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $25 Joseph Crocker

10 sessions

Prerequisite(s): American Sign Language (ASL) Units 3 & 4

Mon 6:30 pm - 9 pm No class Feb 18

Shauna Durston 8 sessions

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10 sessions

ASD

Arabic: The Next Step Ready to take your Arabic to the next level? Continue to build your skills in reading, writing and speaking about everyday topics. Learn simple sentence structures using audio and visual materials, and chat about various aspects of Arabic culture. There is no textbook required for this course. 46020064 / $299 Jan 15 - Mar 19

Tue 7 pm - 9:30 pm

ARABIC

Learn how to communicate complex concepts using proper grammatical structure while building your confidence in signing. You’ll use time signs to discuss past, present and future events. Your vocabulary will significantly increase as you learn how to express opinions and use proper agreement verbs.

Jan 7 - Mar 4

Jan 15 - Mar 19

Jean Barrucand

ASD

American Sign Language (ASL) Unit 5

46020003 / $275 / Textbook: Approx. $120

Prerequisite(s): French Level 2

Iman Fakhani Tue 7 pm - 9:30 pm

10 sessions

GERMAN

SPANISH

German Level 2

Spanish Just for Travellers

Enrich your German vocabulary as you learn basic adjectives and colours, numbers up to one million and ordinal numbers with calendar dates. Grammatically, you’ll learn the masculine, feminine and neutral articles of nouns and their plural forms. Topics also include grocery shopping, furniture and appliances, and real estate.

If you’re travelling to a Spanish-speaking country, this course will teach you the most important vocabulary to communicate politely and effectively. Learn how to ask for directions, order meals, count change and barter. You’ll build your Spanish vocabulary and pronunciation skills and receive invaluable cultural tips to make your vacation even more memorable. Beginner level.

Prerequisite(s): German Level 1 or equivalent 46020014 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $36 Jan 30 - Apr 10

Wed 7 pm - 9:30 pm

No class Mar 27

Roswitha Heidorn-Knoefel 10 sessions

46020023 / $275 Jan 24 - Mar 14

Peter Kiriaka Thu 7 pm - 9:30 pm

This course will get you on your way to communicating your basic needs in Spanish. We’ll cover the essentials of grammar and pronunciation. 46020024 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $22 Jan 8 - Mar 12

Italian Just for Travellers Planning a trip to Italy? Do you want to be able to greet people and feel comfortable with some basic Italian skills? Learn vocabulary and phrases to assist you in restaurants, when sightseeing or in asking directions. Gain the skills to make great connections with the people of Italy. Beginner level. 46020030 / $275 / Textbook: Approx. $16 Mon 7 pm - 9:30 pm No class Feb 18

Francesca Cardile 8 sessions

Prerequisite(s): Italian Level 1

Wed 7 pm - 9:30 pm

10 sessions

46020024 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $22

Carmela Bruni-Bossio

Jan 16 - Mar 20

10 sessions

Wed 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Spanish Level 2 Learn more action verbs, irregular verbs, present and progressive tenses, the verbs “to be” and “to know,” and the rules for using them. 46020025 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $22

Expand your vocabulary and examine more complex grammatical structures. By the end of the course, you will understand day-to-day conversations in Italian. 46020016 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $25

Tue 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Angela Camacho

Prerequisite(s): Spanish Level 1

Italian Level 2

Jan 16 - Mar 20

RUN

Spanish Level 1

ITALIAN

Jan 7 - Mar 4

8 sessions

Francesca Cardile 10 sessions

Jan 16 - Mar 20

Wed 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Angela Camacho 10 sessions

LANGUAGE LEVEL ASSESSMENT

Not sure which level is appropriate for you? Call Metro to arrange an easy telephone assessment with an instructor.

JAPANESE Streamlined Japanese Basics

Learn the basic vocabulary and phrases that will allow you to “get by” using the Japanese language. The five-hour class is recommended for those travelling to Japan or who simply want to learn some basics, maybe to converse with a friend or family member who speaks the language. Leave with helpful Japanese language skills that you can start using right away! 46020058 / $139 Feb 9

Tamaki Ikeda Sat 9 am - 2:30 pm

1 session

Conversational Japanese for Beginners: The Next Step Want to polish up your Japanese speaking skills? If you have taken Conversational Japanese for Beginners or have basic knowledge of the language, this session will help you speak more naturally. You will also learn strategies for keeping a conversation going, along with new vocabulary and grammar. 46020063 / $299 / Textbook: Approx. $71 Jan 15 - Mar 19

Tue 7 pm - 9:30 pm

Tamaki Ikeda 10 sessions

Law for the Layperson CONSUMER LAW Surviving Small Claims Court Gain a better understanding of the legal processes involved in filing a small claim, preparing for trial and appealing. The Civil Division of the Provincial Court, commonly known as small claims court, is designed to handle people’s legal disputes without the need for a lawyer. Learn about the kinds of claims that can be filed in provincial court, the time limits that apply and the alternatives to suing. 46010028 / $69 Feb 27

Legal Services U of A Wed 7 pm - 9 pm

1 session

WILLS & ESTATES LAW FAMILY LAW

Being an Executor/Personal Representative

Family Law & Parenting Issues Join us to discuss some of the most common questions and challenges in family law, including child support, division of parenting time, extracurricular activities, and concerns about moving and geographic mobility. 46010058 / $69 Mar 6

Jim Taylor Wed 6:30 pm - 9 pm

1 session

Legal Guardianship: What You Should Know If you are looking to become a legal guardian of children, this course is for you. Learn about provisions in the Family Law Act about guardianship, parenting and contact orders. We’ll examine relevant case law, application processes, and circumstances involving kinship placements and apprehension orders by Children’s Services. You’ll leave with the tools and resources you need to move forward as a legal guardian. 46010057 / $69 Feb 25

Ning Ramos Mon 6:30 pm - 9 pm

1 session

Prenuptial, Post nuptial & Cohabitation Agreements

Feb 11

Jim Taylor Mon 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

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Bishop & McKenzie LLP

Feb 20

Wed 6:30 pm - 9 pm

1 session

Mar 4

Mon 6:30 pm - 9 pm

1 session

Personal Directives & Enduring Powers of Attorney As our population ages, the challenges of incapacity are affecting more families than ever before. This timely session focuses on the two documents you can use to prepare for your own incapacity. What are the similarities and differences between these documents? What are your options when preparing a PD or an EPA? What are your rights and responsibilities as an attorney or as an agent? 46010018 / $69 Feb 5

Bishop & McKenzie LLP Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm

1 session

Wills & Estate Planning Essentials

Although no one anticipates a separation or divorce upon entering a relationship, it’s wise to have a plan in case something unforeseen occurs. Prenuptial, post nuptial and cohabitation agreements are particularly essential in second marriages and relationships, as well as in blended-family situations, where legal rules and responsibilities may not be well known. Learn about these different agreements and how they are used to determine the distribution of property and incomes at the end of a relationship. 46010044 / $69

If you’ve been named executor of an estate, make sure you understand your rights and responsibilities. Find out what to expect when making an inventory of assets, dealing with creditors and financial institutions, handling insurance and expenses, filing tax returns, preparing court forms and procedures, and dealing with codicils and distribution.

1 session

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Making a will is an important way to plan for your family’s future. Learn the essentials of estate planning, including what property is owned and how (e.g., joint ownership) and the impact on your will, designated beneficiaries, personal directives and enduring power of attorney. This class will also explore Alberta’s Wills and Succession Act. 46010020 / $69 Mar 19

Stan Galbraith Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm

1 session

VRA

REAL ESTATE

Being a Landlord: Legal Aspects Learn about a landlord’s legal rights and obligations, as well as the Residential Tenancies Act. Gain up-to-date legal information on damage deposits, landlord and tenant obligations, evictions and more.

Mortgages: What You Should Know Recent new regulations affect refinancing a mortgage as well as programs for new Canadians and first-time home buyers. Find out what has changed, what documents are needed and what the down payment requirements are for various lenders or insurers. We’ll discuss types of mortgages (e.g., fixed, variable, open, closed, HELOC), along with how interest and amortization affect the cost of buying a home. Understand your credit rating, what the score means and what to do if your credit is less than perfect. Whether you are selfemployed or paid on commission, on salary or by the hour, find out what you need to qualify for a mortgage. 46010055 / $69 Mar 21

Kelly Porter Thu 7 pm - 9 pm

1 session

46010054 / $69 Mar 13

Liam Kelly Wed 7 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Metro appreciates the continuing support of the lawyers who volunteer their time to teach classes. Law for the Layperson classes are intended to provide general legal information and not legal advice.

INVEST IN YOUR EMPLOYEES

CORPORATE TRAINING AT METRO A business is as powerful as the individuals who work for it. Continuous learning provides your employees with the skills and confidence needed to excel at their jobs and help your business thrive. With over 100 years of continuing education experience, Metro Continuing Education offers responsive workplace training that is practical, solution-oriented and customized to meet your organization’s unique needs and budget. Work with Metro to develop your customized training programs in topics including: • Business Communications • Supervision & Management Development • Administrative Professional Skills & Training • Computer & Internet Training

Programs can be delivered at Metro or off-site in a classroom setting, via webcast, or a combination of the two. For more information, please call our corporate training consultants at 780.428.1111

• Employee Wellness & Team Building

Careers&Personal Finance

FEATURED CLASS

Employee to Contractor: Making the Transition

LIFE EVENTS Financial Planning for Retirement Gear up financially for life after work. Explore the different sources of retirement income and learn to develop an abundant income stream for yourself. Discover types of investment income, pensions and tax-smart strategies for RRSPs and RRIFs. Learn about the elements to create a plan that will ease your mind and put your finances in order. Please complete the Preparing for Retirement Worksheet before coming to class. 43210012 / $99 / Fee for Two: $159 John Yamamoto, BComm, MBA, FCSI Feb 27

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

A separation or divorce is not just emotionally draining—it also comes with an array of financial implications. We will discuss family property, the division of assets, splitting pensions, and child and spousal support. You’ll leave with more confidence about managing your finances and cash flow throughout a separation and optimizing your financial plan afterward.

Mar 12 - 14

Regan Schiller CFP, CLU, RRC Tue, Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

2 sessions

43000108 / $79

W.J. (Jim) Ewing

Mar 12

1 session

Tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Midlife Career Moves Does your current job leave you bored, unfulfilled or worn out? Do you feel like it’s time for a career change but worry that it might be too late? Learn how to prepare yourself for change, identify where you are in the career-planning process and use career resources and tools to help you find a new job that better aligns with your personal values at this stage of life. We will discuss some of the challenges older workers face when job hunting, along with strategies and resources available to help you market yourself as an older worker with many skills to share. 43210029 / $79

TEACH @ METRO We are always looking for new instructors and courses. If you possess expertise and experience in a subject area, consider becoming an instructor with Metro. Visit our website for more information.

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Divorce: Taking Control of your Finances

43210030 / $99

More and more people are taking control of their career by moving out of the conventional workplace and working as an independent contractor. If you’re thinking of contracting your services to firms that require your skill and expertise, this is the course for you. Whether you’re a professional or a tradesperson, you’ll come away with an understanding of the benefits and challenges facing independent contractors, the licensing and startup requirements, strategies for pricing and quoting on your services, and other insights that will help you succeed.

Mar 6

Christine Murphy, PHEc Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Retiring With Purpose The transition to retirement is an even bigger adjustment than leaving high school, getting married or having kids. It can be a difficult stage of life as you let go of your work identity. Learn the secrets to happiness in retirement, anticipate some of the challenges you may face and develop strategies to manage them. Understand the role that work has played in your life, explore how to find new purpose and meaning, and create a new vision for your ideal retirement lifestyle. 43210020 / $119

Christine Murphy, PHEc

Feb 9

Sat 9 am - 3:30 pm

1 session

Mar 16

Sat 9 am - 3:30 pm

1 session

BUDGETING AND INVESTING

Investing 101

Budgeting: Take Control of Your Finances Budgets are a practical way to get a grip on your spending and make sure your money is being used the way you want it to be used. Learn the basics of setting up a budget, a simple system to track your expenses without making yourself crazy, and ways to be financially practical while still having a life. Learn financial goal setting and develop habits that help build financial security, independence and financial freedom. Open to participants 17 years and up. 43210019 / $79 Feb 6

Christine Murphy, PHEc Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

43210002 / $99 / Fee for Two: $159

John Yamamoto, BComm, MBA, FCSI

Feb 23

Sat 9 am - 3:30 pm

1 session

Mar 18 - 20

Mon, Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

2 sessions

MAV HA

Building a Profitable Portfolio

Stock Trading This interactive workshop will increase your knowledge of the stock market. Learn to understand the difference between blue-chip and penny stocks, make informed investment decisions, find sources of stock data and read financial pages with ease. 43210004 / $99 / Materials: $20 Feb 20

This course is developed and delivered in conjunction with the Alberta Securities Commission (ASC). Investing can be a complicated and sometimes overwhelming process. The key is to understand the risks and to make an investment decision that makes sense for you. If you are an investor or are thinking about investing, this plain-language, non-promotional course provides you with an overview of investing. Gain basic knowledge to make a wellinformed decision when you are presented with an investment opportunity.

John Yamamoto, BComm, MBA, FCSI

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Learn how to structure and build an investment portfolio suited to your risk tolerance and investment objectives. Examine different models of asset allocation, determine the best ratio of bonds to stocks, learn effective use of mutual funds, and explore alternative investments such as real estate investment trusts, gold and exchange-traded funds. Whether you are looking to manage your investments independently or just want to better understand your financial advisor’s recommendations, this class is for you. Prerequisite(s): Investing 101 43210003 / $99 / Fee for Two: $159 Mar 13

John Yamamoto, BComm, MBA, FCSI

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT

HR Certificate

Ada Tai, MBA, CHRP C. Mgr.

Associate Professional in Human Resources – International Certificate Build the confidence and skills you need to help start and propel your career in the human resources profession with Metro’s new certificate program. This eight-week program will help you prepare to write a certification exam and get you on the fast track to your career goals. Tuition: $999 (includes manual) Feb 26 - Apr 30

Ada Tai has been working as an HR professional in a variety of industries for 10 years. Currently, through her HR consulting business, Ada integrates effective HR processes, programs and practices into daily business operations and providing customized corporate training. Ada also creates a hands-on, interactive and supportive learning environment as an instructor with Metro Continuing Education, the University of Alberta and MacEwan University. Additionally, she provides personal job search and career coaching. Ada is regularly invited to speak at conferences throughout the province.

Ada Tai, MBA, CHRP C. Mgr.

Tue, Thu 6 pm - 9 pm 16 sessions No class Feb 28, Mar 26 & Mar 28

Vimy Ridge

Computers&Technology ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS Basic Computer Maintenance & Data Backup It’s a great idea to have a certified technician take a look at your computer once a year—but there’s plenty you can do yourself to maintain your system between visits! Join other “non-techies” in this relaxed-pace class to learn how to clean, manage and troubleshoot your computer. 47130116 / $99 Mar 6

Shawn Gramiak Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Computer Essentials: Scared Stiff Scared to turn on a computer? This absolute beginner’s course will teach you the basics, from logging on and using mouse controls and desktop toolbars to managing and searching for files and folders. Discover how to create, view, edit, save and print documents. You’ll also change fonts and styles, use formatting tools and learn to browse the Internet. Most importantly, you’ll gain the confidence necessary to make efficient use of your computer. Prerequisite(s): Basic keyboarding skills 47130001 / $395 / Manual: $20 Feb 6 - 8

Christopher Guay

Wed, Thu, Fri 9 am - 3:30 pm

3 sessions

MAV

Working With Windows 10/10.1 Gain confidence with Windows 10 before Windows 7 becomes obsolete. Together we’ll learn all the new features, including the updated Internet Explorer, Cortana (your personal assistant), control panel and network options, file management, and more. Prerequisite(s): Basic keyboarding and mouse control skills 47130110 / $195 / Manual: $20 Mar 14

Thu 9 am - 3:30 pm

Christopher Guay 1 session

47130110 / $195 / Manual: $20 Mar 20 - 21

Wed, Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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Carlos Lara 2 sessions

MICROSOFT APPLICATIONS Excel Level 1 This course covers basic spreadsheet techniques such as data entry, editing, creating formulas, range editing, using functions, printing and making charts. Additional topics include enhanced formatting and the error-checking feature. Prerequisite(s): Windows knowledge (Working With Windows 10/10.1 is recommended) 47130049 / $295 / Manual: $20 Jan 19 - 26

Sat 9 am - 3:30 pm

47130049 / $295 / Manual: $20 Mar 7 - 8

Thu, Fri 9 am - 3:30 pm

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Christopher Guay 2 sessions

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Excel Level 2 Learn how to work with and compare data information within spreadsheets using filters, data ranges, macros, pivot tables, and scenario and conditional formatting features. Perform numerical calculations with named cells, 3-D referencing, linking and the use of advanced functions. Prerequisite(s): Excel Level 1 47130056 / $295 / Manual: $20 Mar 21 - 22

Thu, Fri 9 am - 3:30 pm

Christopher Guay 2 sessions

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Office Level 1 A fast and easy way to learn the basics of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Learn to create, edit and format a document in Word; edit and use formulas, functions and ranges in Excel; and create presentations, work with views, and insert images and objects in PowerPoint.

47130051 / $295 / Manual: $20

Take two or more Computers & Technology classes, or send two or more employees, and receive a 10% discount! Call Metro when registering to apply the discount.

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2 sessions

Prerequisite(s): Windows knowledge (Working With Windows 10/10.1 is recommended)

Shawn Gramiak

J A N UA R Y – M A R C H 2019

Feb 21 - 22

Thu, Fri 9 am - 3:30 pm

Christopher Guay 2 sessions

NOTE: All Microsoft training offered at Metro is taught using version 2016 and the Windows 10/10.1 platform.

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TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION FEATURED CLASS

Google Essentials We all know that Google is a big part of the online landscape—but does your Google savvy go beyond the search engine? Join us for a relaxed introduction to a series of Google’s most useful apps, including Google Drive, Docs, Sheets and Slides. We’ll also cover Google Photos, Gmail, Maps, YouTube and Blogger. By the end of the course, you’ll have a handle on what these apps do and how they work together.

Social Media Safety As social media increases in popularity, it’s important to understand how to stay safe on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and email. Learn how to identify and avoid suspicious online messages, links and scams. We’ll also discuss social network privacy settings and other ways to protect yourself online—while still having fun! 47130119 / $89 Mar 13

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

47130113 / $149

Linda Hoang 1 session

Feb 6 - 13

Come learn what’s what in the world of social media. This class will give you a broad overview of the major platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and Linkedin. We’ll discuss what each does, its strengths and weakness, and learn social media best practices. Beginner level. Linda Hoang Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Blogging for Beginners If you’re new to the blogosphere, you have a lot of questions. What is a blog? Which blogs should you follow, and how? And could you use a blog to share your own ideas? Join us in this fun and engaging class to learn what blogging’s all about! We’ll cover the impact of this online medium, ways to identify blogs of interest and the basics of setting up your own blog. 47130114 / $89 Mar 20

47130118 / $99 Feb 27

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Save Time with Useful Apple Apps With countless apps out there—and counting!—which ones are time wasters, and which are actually useful? This iPad/iPhone-based session highlights a series of practical apps that will create real positive change in your day-to-day life. From maps to calendars to the Edmonton Transit Trip Planner, this class has a little something for everyone! Note: Apps covered in this course are compatible only with Apple devices. 47130117 / $99 Feb 20

Shawn Gramiak Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Linda Hoang Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

FEATURED CLASS

The time has come: you’re ready to get on Facebook. This hands-on course will guide you in developing a Facebook profile and give you a better understanding of what to share and how to engage others on Facebook. You will post photos, videos, links and more during the class. Please bring your smartphone to class. 47130108 / $89

Linda Hoang Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Twitter for Beginners Tweeting is not just for the birds anymore! If you want to find out what Twitter is and how to use it, this class will give you the basics. Create a Twitter profile in class, and learn how and what to tweet, how to use hashtags and how to engage with your community online. You’ll tweet text, photos, links, videos and more during class. Please bring your smartphone to class. 47130106 / $89 Feb 27

Shawn Gramiak

Facebook for Beginners

Feb 6

2 sessions

If you work with office software suites, you may have noticed that Google Docs is replacing Microsoft Office in many contexts. Based on the successful Google Essentials class, this course will focus on the Microsoft-like programs in Google Drive. We’ll compare the two office suites and cover tips and tricks for using Google Docs.

Social Media Overview

Feb 13

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Google Docs, Sheets and Slides: An Alternative to Microsoft Office

SOCIAL MEDIA

47130105 / $89

Shawn Gramiak

Online Bill Payments, E-Transfers & PayPal It’s the wave of the future—more and more businesses want you to use electronic payments. You may still prefer to talk to a teller when possible, but this class will equip you to handle money online when getting to a bank is not convenient, when you’re travelling or when you want to make safe online purchases using PayPal. Designed for those who are not tech-savvy, the material is presented demonstration-style—so you don’t need to sign in to any of your online accounts in class. 47130120 / $99 Mar 13

Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Shawn Gramiak 1 session

Linda Hoang Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

1 session

Business&Management BOOKKEEPING & ACCOUNTING Bookkeeping Level 1: Basics Learn bookkeeping basics, including terminology and methodology. The manual bookkeeping process demonstrates what software programs do behind the scenes. Build a strong foundation in fundamentals to prepare for using programs like Simply Accounting and QuickBooks. Each session includes a lecture and exercises that will give you the skills to record everyday transactions and create financial statements. 43000099 / $345 Feb 11 - 13

Doug Reeh, BComm., CPA, CA Mon, Tue, Wed 9 am - 3:30 pm

3 sessions

Bookkeeping Level 2: Accounting Essentials Apply the skills you gained in Bookkeeping Level 1: Basics to do month-ends and year-ends.Learn the accounting cycle and how to record business transactions, including editing entries. We’ll discuss how to review balance sheets and income statements to match the revenue and expenses at a cut-off date and how to record entries such as petty cash, receivables, and inventories. Prerequisite(s): Bookkeeping Level 1: Basics 43000100 / $295 Feb 14 - 15

Doug Reeh, BComm., CPA, CA Thu, Fri 9 am - 3:30 pm

2 sessions

MAV

This flexible practicum is designed to help you put theory into practice. You may register for and begin working on the practicum assignments at any time but must have finished at least Bookkeeping Level 1. You will work from home on your own time (estimated completion time: 15-35 hours). You are not required to attend the classroom portion of the practicum unless you feel you need assistance. Prerequisite(s): Bookkeeping Level 1: Basics

Mar 9

Doug Reeh, BComm., CPA, CA Sat 4 pm

1 session

MAV

Personal Budgeting: Bring your Bills Use your recent financial past to make a plan for the future! We’ll begin by creating a sample budget for a fictional person. You’ll then apply what you’ve learned to create your own budget, record it in an Excel spreadsheet and leave with a solid strategy for reaching your financial goals. Please bring records of the amounts you’ve paid in the last three to six months. 43000145 / $195 Feb 7

Doug Reeh, BComm., CPA, CA Thu 9 am - 3:30 pm

1 session

Optimize Your Tax Benefits Taxes: there’s no avoiding them, but you can avoid paying more than you need to! We’ll discuss the basics of preparing and filing your taxes—and whether you should try to do it yourself or hire an accountant. Learn the difference between tax credits and deductions, and types of each, as well as how to avoid penalties and interest. Approach tax time this year with the confidence that you’re doing everything right and making the most of the benefits available to you. 43000147 / $99 Feb 12

Bookkeeping Principles & Applications Practicum

43000102 / $345

FEATURED CLASS

MAV

Tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

J A N UA R Y – M A R C H 2019

Learn 10 important taxation concepts to help you gather the information necessary to do a basic business tax return. Understand what additional accounts need to be set up in the general ledger to facilitate filing a tax return. We’ll complete a practical exercise in class to reinforce the key concepts. 43000103 / $295 Mar 7 - 8

Doug Reeh, BComm., CPA, CA Thu, Fri 9 am - 3:30 pm

2 sessions

MAV

Understanding Financial Statements & Budgeting Financial statements are a record of transactions for a period of time, using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Learn to read and interpret financial statements and apply ratios and formulas to understand where an enterprise has been and where it is going, and how to help steer its direction. We’ll discuss what information to gather, who to involve and how to assemble information into a budget that reflects the financial goals of a business. We’ll also cover how new business ventures are evaluated using break-even analysis.

Mar 9

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1 session

Taxation Basics for Business

43000101 / $195

Amy Cooper, MPAcc, CPA, CA

Doug Reeh, BComm., CPA, CA Sat 8:30 am - 4 pm

1 session

MAV

COMMUNICATION Dealing With Difficult People Are you confident and productive when dealing with angry, unresponsive or negative people? How do you deal with workplace bullying? Learn how to examine and recognize your social style and the styles of others, while implementing methods that convert negative situations into positive outcomes. 43000003 / $195 Feb 4

Fern Richardson, MBA, PHEc Mon 9 am - 4 pm

1 session

MAV

De-escalation Strategies & Techniques Does dealing with difficult people leave you feeling drained? Whether you work in a high-risk environment or simply want to tune up your conflict managment skills, this class will teach you how to prevent or de-escalate tense situations. Strengthen your sense of personal safety, build confidence in responding to hostility, and learn healthy communication skills that can be used in all areas of your life. 43000139 / $195 Jan 16

Randall James Wed 9 am - 4 pm

1 session

Christopher Guay Thu 9 am - 4 pm

1 session

Mar 14

Litzy Baeza Thu 9 am - 4 pm

1 session

MAV

Professionalism: it’s tough to define, but easy to recognize when you see it. Whether you’re interacting face-to-face or electronically, professionalism is the quality that makes you want to work with someone every day—and vice versa! Identify and cultivate the behaviours, attitudes, competencies and principles that will make others think of you as a consummate professional: ethics, selfleadership, continuous development and ways to avoid conflict of interest. 43000138 / $195 Feb 14

Fern Richardson, MBA, PHEc Thu 9 am - 4 pm

1 session

MAV

Time Management Mastery

Plural or possessive? Capital or lowercase? Comma or semicolon? Learn about punctuation, common spelling mistakes and more with practical exercises and interesting examples that will help you produce clear, polished text. 43000117 / $195

Rita Feutl Mon 9 am - 4 pm

43000142 / $195

MAV

Punctuation & Proofreading

Feb 11

Cultural and other differences—such as age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation and education—present both opportunities and challenges in the workplace. Collaborating, communicating and transferring knowledge in multicultural and global business environments requires mutual understanding and respect for these differences. This course will cover theoretical frameworks for understanding difference, as well as strategies for managing and valuing diversity and inclusion in different situations.

Building Your Professionalism

PowerPoint—an effective tool for engaging and enlightening your audience, or a dreaded instrument of tedium? The difference is all in how you use it! A powerful PowerPoint presentation has two elements: strong design and strong delivery. In the morning, you’ll learn what goes into constructing a clear PowerPoint that enhances what you have to say. In the afternoon, you’ll develop skills and techniques for delivering presentations to your target audience in a compelling way. 43000140 / $195

Inclusion: Valuing Diversity in the Workplace

MAV

Powerful Powerpoint Presentations

Jan 17

WORKPLACE SKILLS

1 session

MAV

Successful people understand that time is a precious resource that must be used effectively to achieve goals. Using an assessment tool, learn about your strengths and weaknesses in time management and work-life balance. Learn how to increase your own personal productivity without working harder or longer; how to become more organized so you feel less stress; and how to manage commitments, emails, incoming and outgoing calls, and decisions efficiently. Apply the principles of time management and become a true master of your time. 43000009 / $195 / Materials: $25 Mar 20

Fern Richardson, MBA, PHEc

Wed 9 am - 4 pm

1 session

MAV

Running Meaningful Meetings

Take two or more Business & Management classes, or send two or more employees, and receive a 10% discount! Call Metro when registering to apply the discount.

At their best, meetings help us create strong working partnerships to share information, exchange ideas and make well-balanced decisions. But too often, they fall short of their potential. Learn to get the most out of meetings by choosing the right style, attendees, timing, location and agenda. We’ll discuss how to encourage positive participation from those around the table, deal with conflict and difficult situations, bring meetings to a successful close and plan appropriate evaluation and followup. 43000144 / $195 Mar 18

Fern Richardson, MBA, PHEc Mon 9 am - 4 pm

1 session

MAV

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Supervision & Leadership Bring out the best in your team and confidently guide your organization towards success. The classes listed below help build the skills you need to become an effective communicator and inspiring leader.

Helping Employees Adapt to Change Creating meaningful change in an organization isn’t just a matter of decreeing that it must happen. Successful change management is about helping people adapt to the implications of the change: how it will move processes, systems, organizational structure and job roles from the way things are done now to a desired future state. Learn how to use communications, sponsorship, coaching, training and resistance management to help your organization solve problems and embrace opportunities more quickly—and with better results. 43000143 / $195 Feb 27

Jim Rowand Wed 9 am - 4 pm

1 session

MAV

Stepping Up to Supervisor You’ve been promoted to supervisor. Now what? This class provides basic tools to help you make a smooth transition into this pivotal role. Discuss the general functions and responsibilities of a supervisor and the leadership skills necessary to build a strong team. Get tips on how to supervise your peers and friends, as well as how to give clear directions and effective feedback. Whether you’re a new supervisor or simply looking to expand and enhance your supervisory skills, this interactive class will help you lead and manage with confidence. 43000132 / $195 Feb 22

Fri 9 am - 4 pm

Improving Employee Performance & Satisfaction Why do people behave the way they do in groups and workplace settings? We’ll discuss corporate culture and its role in improving job performance and satisfaction. Learn to manage conflict and organizational politics to better accomplish goals, share experiences or solve problems. We’ll also cover ways to empower employees, increase employee engagement and manage workplace diversity. The course will look at current and leading edge techniques that successful organizations are using today. 43000096 / $195 Feb 12

Jim Rowand Tue 9 am - 4 pm

The Art of Mentoring Others

1 session

From Aristotle to Oprah, high achievers throughout history have credited much of their success to great mentors. By accelerating individual strengths, mentorship ultimately helps to build healthier organizations that are better positioned for the future. Learn what mentorship is, how it works and how to design mentorship strategies that achieve concrete goals. Unlock the potential within you and your team!

MAV

43000136 / $195 Feb 21

The Canada-Alberta Job Grant is a funding program where employers and the government share the cost of employee training. With the grant covering up to two-thirds of training costs, you are free to invest in your employees to create higher retention and productivity.

W.J. (Jim) Ewing Thu 9 am - 4 pm

Call Metro at 780.428.1111 to learn more. J A N UA R Y – M A R C H 2019

1 session

MAV

HR Basics Every Manager Needs to Know Are you expected to be an HR expert? Do you spend hours on people-related issues and complicated employment laws and regulations? This plain-language class is designed for small to medium-sized business owners, managers and supervisors who need to sharpen their HR knowledge and skills to solve day-today employment and people-management issues. Learn about HR best practices that lead to productive and engaged employees, and a positive workplace culture that aligns with your business goals. 43000105 / $195

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Catherine Armstrong

Invest in your employees

1 session

Mar 4

Ada Tai, MBA, CHRP Mon 8:30 am - 4 pm

1 session

MAV

ENTREPRENEURSHIP Legal Aspects of Starting a New Business Are you considering starting your own business? Learn the different ways of starting a business, including the benefits of operating either as a sole proprietorship or through a partnership. Fees associated with these business structures will also be discussed, along with other professional advice that you’ll require. 43000048 / $69 Mar 5

Adam Merrick Tue 6:30 pm - 9 pm

1 session

Online Learning @ Metro

Start Your Own Business Starting a new business can be daunting. Through a combination of classroom instruction and a valuable one-hour personal coaching session with instructor Jim Ewing, discover how to identify potentially great opportunities and turn your business dream into a reality. A recognized local expert in entrepreneurship and small business development, Jim will outline the challenges frequently faced by entrepreneurs and guide you in examining your own specific situation. The course will cover the steps involved in starting a business, ways to assess your market and competition, and other important early considerations. 43000033 / $245 Jan 26

W.J. (Jim) Ewing Sat 8:30 am - 4 pm

1 session

MAV

Learn a new skill or explore a new hobby—wherever and whenever works for you. Whether you’re looking to broaden your professional experience or discover a new pastime, online learning gives you the flexibility to learn on your own schedule. Choose from a wide selection of online courses

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FEATURED CLASSES

Sales Strategies that Work Learn to sell anything to anyone! Whatever your business, the key to a robust bottom line is a strong sales strategy. Discover different types of sales and practical strategies for approaching sales situations, then put your new skills into action through interactive activities.

Emotional Intelligence & Workplace Success Emotional intelligence means knowing how to manage our emotions effectively. Understanding how emotions guide behaviour is important in all relationships—including in the workplace. Through interactive scenarios, learn what emotional intelligence looks like, how you can practise and boost yours, and how it can accelerate your career. 43000146 / $99

Akash Purewal

Mar 21

1 session

Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Recruiting & Retaining Employees If you’re a manager or business owner, you know the single most important factor in the success of your organization: talent. Learn how to hire the right staff, develop and train them effectively, and create a positive company culture to keep them around. Take care of the people side of your business and be amazed at how much of the rest takes care of itself! 43000149 / $195

Akash Purewal

Mar 5 - 7

2 sessions WM

Tue, Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

43000148 / $195

Akash Purewal

Feb 11 - 13

2 sessions LO

Mon, Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT

Akash Purewal, BComm Akash Purewal is a jack-of-all trades business person, and has been involved in a variety of business ventures and organizations throughout his career. Not only does Akash hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the Alberta School of Business, but he also has a thorough entrepreneurial background having owned a business generating revenue over $500K. Akash has taken this experience and used it to teach introductory business at the University of Alberta School of Business. Currently, Akash is working full-time in sales, marketing, and management, while also launching a brand new entrepreneurial venture. Akash has combined both his practical business knowledge, theoretical knowledge, and his teaching experience, to create engaging and valuable courses.

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