This sequence of workshops can be accessed for free by staff and volunteers of Volunteer Ottawa members. Find out how to access this learning opportunity at no additional cost by heading to the “How to Register” section below.

Effective visual communication is a crucial part of the work for many professionals in the non-profit sector, but these tasks often fall to staff members with limited time, resources, or graphic design experience. This hands-on workshop will focus on leveraging an accessible and powerful tool (Canva) to create engaging visual assets as a part of your organization’s communication plan. Learners will engage with the foundational principles of good visual communication and will learn how to create templates, web assets, and print assets using their Canva account.

Learning outcomes

• Learn about graphic design principles such as layouts, colours, templates, and fonts and how these elements work together to send a message
• Be introduced to using brand guidelines and templates to streamline production of graphic design assets (graphics for web, social media posts, et cetera)
• Gain hands-on experience with Canva (desktop app) and learn concepts broadly applicable to other graphic design programs

Who should attend?

• Non-profit communications officers and managers.
• Non-profit staff tasked with creating visual assets or other materials.
• Volunteers tasked with creating visual assets or other materials.

How to register?

For Volunteer Ottawa Members

Click “Join this event” at the bottom of the page and follow the prompts to register.

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Staff and volunteers affiliated with Volunteer Ottawa (VO) member organizations can register and attend this workshop for free (Max. 2 staff/volunteers per member organization per workshop). Not sure if your organisation is a VO member? Check the directory here: https://volunteerottawa.ca/member-directory/

For NON-Volunteer Ottawa Members

Click “Join this event” at the bottom of the page and follow the prompts to register.

What to Bring

This is a live online session so please attend with the capability to participate through the Zoom platform. Learners will be requested to sign up for a free Canva account before the course, if they do not already have access to one. The principles explored in this workshop can be applied to any graphic design program. 

Instructor

Amy VanTorre is Volunteer Ottawa’s Communications and Operations manager, where she uses her background in tech, marketing, graphic design, and writing to power many of VO’s projects. Her passion for communication extends to teaching, especially on subjects of art and technology. Amy holds an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts and graduated in the top of her class from Algonquin College’s Marketing program.

Cancellation Policy

Learn more about what to expect after registrations and cancellations here.

Contact Information

E-mail: [email protected]