01 · UNDERSTAND
AI Literacy & Practical Skills
Practical learning that helps people understand AI, apply it effectively and make informed decisions about its use.
AI Literacy · Digital Arts · Creative Coding · Community Impact
Helping communities grow in an AI-powered world.
Culture Technology Gateway is a non-profit initiative advancing AI literacy, creative technology and inclusive community participation through education, training, programs and services.
CTGCULTURE · TECHNOLOGY · GATEWAY
Technology should create opportunity—not distance.
As artificial intelligence reshapes how people learn, work and create, communities are looking for clearer ways to understand, apply and engage with AI. CTG provides practical knowledge, creative experiences and trusted support to help people participate meaningfully in this changing world.
What we do
Four connected areas make our work clear and accessible for children, adults, educators and community organizations.
02 · CREATE
Digital Arts & AI Creation
Human ideas come first. Digital tools and AI extend artistic expression, visual storytelling and design.
03 · CODE
Computer Science & Creative Coding
Project-based coding builds computational thinking, problem-solving and the confidence to create with technology.
04 · CONNECT
Community Learning & Training
Accessible workshops and training designed around the needs of real people and local organizations.
Try Creative Coding
Code a puppy welcome.
Change the welcome message, then run the code and watch your puppy appear.
welcome.js
Write your own welcome message and run the code again
Live output
Ready to create?
From original artwork to AI motion.
Each project pairs the original digital artwork with its AI-animated creation, making the creative process clear—not just the finished video.
Featured · Artwork to Motion
A Still Image Becomes a Cinematic Story
Original visual ideas are extended through movement, atmosphere and AI-assisted storytelling.
Artwork to AI Motion
Character & Storytelling
See how character, timing and expression grow from the original illustration into motion.
Artwork to AI Motion
Digital Scene & Narrative
Compare the original scene with its AI-assisted movement, pacing and visual narrative.
Our purpose is public benefit.
We bring professional learning together with community warmth—helping people feel included, capable and connected as technology changes around them.
AccessLearning opportunities people can reach and use.
BelongingA respectful place for different ages and cultures.
GrowthSkills and confidence that grow with every learner.
ResponsibilityAI used with care, judgment and human values.
Who we serve
Learning for every stage of community life.
Programs may be free or fee-based. Any revenue supports CTG’s non-profit mission and future community programming.
Children & YouthCreative confidence and future-ready skills
Parents & AdultsPractical AI for learning, life and work
EducatorsResponsible classroom use and creative teaching
OrganizationsCustom workshops and community training
Programs & Events
Workshops, courses, talks, exhibitions, creative challenges and future competitions all live here—without promising activities before they are ready.
COMING SOON
Community AI Literacy Workshop
An approachable introduction to using generative AI safely, creatively and responsibly.
AudienceParents, educators and community members
FormatToronto / Online options to be announced
DateTo be announced
AI WorkshopsCreative ProgramsCommunity EventsFuture Competitions
Our approach
Human-centred, inclusive and grounded in real community needs.
Ideas come first
We use technology to extend human creativity and judgment—not replace them. Participants learn by making, questioning, sharing and reflecting.
Access with dignity
Programs welcome different ages, cultures and levels of technical experience. Clear language and caring guidance are part of the learning.
Get involved
Build a more confident, creative community with us.
Families, educators, volunteers, community partners and supporters are welcome to connect with CTG.