If you are struggling with your phone, computer, or any other form of technology, consider stopping by a tech café. In collaboration with the Downtown Eastside Literacy Roundtable and the UBC Learning Exchange, our pop-up tech cafés take place in a variety of community settings throughout the Downtown Eastside. We offer assistance, free of charge, for individuals who may be experiencing challenges with their electronic devices. We can offer support in a variety of ways such as: sending emails, using social media, connecting to Wi-Fi, updating phone and computer settings, managing files and photos, filing taxes, and many other basic to advanced skills. If we are unable to answer your query, we would be more than happy to refer you to another source for further help. Additionally, we also provide laptops for shared use if you require access to the Internet, or any word processing applications.
Another one of our initiatives we would like to encourage is LinkVan.ca. This website database provides up-to-date information about a variety of services offered in the Downtown Eastside community including: shelter availability, food services, medical support, hygiene, technology, and legal supports. There is also a compilation of crisis lines available on the site. Accessible through desktop or mobile browsers, the website is simple to navigate, and is continually updated to provide accurate information. We also include extreme weather warnings and other emergency notifications. Please visit LinkVan.ca for more information, or stop by one of our tech cafés; we would be happy to work with you.
If you are interested in attending a drop-in tech café, the locations and times are as follows:
Downtown Eastside Literacy Roundtable 