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Access to Technology / Contacting Home

Access to Technology

Here are a list of resources for newcomers who wish to learn more about where to access technology:

Libraries are resourceful places for anyone looking to take advantage of computers, movies, music, books, etc. Libraries in Edmonton include Edmonton Public Library, Stratcona Library, Jasper Place Library

Here is a site that lists Internet Cafes in Edmonton for socializing, playing games, accessing the computer for Skype (as a means of communicating with people overseas), etc.

Calling from one country to another can be confusing- here is a site that helps you call from one place in the world to another. This can be useful for those trying to call family/friends back home

Here is a list of support centres for newcomers who can answer further questions about setting up cell phones/communication/access to resources in the community:

Immigrant Support Centre for Woman

Immigrant Support Centre for Men

Edmonton Mennonite Centre

Edmonton Immigrant Services Association can provide assistance through the New Neighbors Program