e-Learning : AI Explained Briefly: Separating Fact from Fiction
Presented by Momiji / JSS
Wed. May 27, 2026, 3:00 – 4:00 pm EDT
(English with Japanese Interpretation)
1 hour online session (Zoom) to learn about AI, will be co-provided by Momiji Health Care Society and Japanese Social Services (JSS). *Held in English with Japanese Interpretation.
What is this session about?
This seminar will focus on AI, artificial intelligence, a somewhat mysterious entity that has quickly managed to integrate itself into the IT world.
We will focus on what AI is and what it isn’t. As we move through the slides, your opinion of AI may change, and you may come to realize some of the benefits of using AI as well as some of the dangers.
Our guest thinks that right now, AI isn’t what you think it is. He thinks you may be surprised when you find out what it actually is.
AI is everywhere and we think it’s important for you to know more about it.
About our Guest Speaker
Presenter: Brian Mahoney
Brian has been active in the IT area for over 20 years, starting from scratch by building his own PCs. Over the years, he has explored a wide range of social media platforms and shared his insights on his website, brianmahoney.ca.
After contributing as a freelance writer for MaximumPC, Brian retired and now dedicates his time to volunteering at the Momiji Health Care Society. In addition to co hosting these e-learning seminars for over two years, he supports seniors with technology challenges through the Momiji ITHelp initiative. He is also active in several other areas at Momiji, including producing his own Momiji Tea and Memories podcast.
How to Attend
Anyone interested can attend but pre-registration required. Click the registration button below, and fill and submit it before the session date. If you have difficulty using online registration system, feel free to contact the hosting agency.
（Registration Form will open from the button above）
Those who registered, will receive an invitation email with the Zoom link and ID/Passcode, by a day before the session date from the hosting organizations. Check your junk box if you can’t find it in your inbox – Email us if you don’t see it anywhere.
【Caution!】
1. Auto-email (to confirm what you filled) right after registration
You will receive a confirmation email from the system right after you “Submit” your form (this receipt does not contain the Zoom URL). Make sure to type correct email of yours. If you don’t see it, check your junk folder first, then contact JSS / Momiji.
2. Your Zoom display name should be recognizable to the host
Upon joining, please display your name on Zoom in ways we recognize that you registered. For example, instead of using nicknames or initials, include your first and/or last (e.g. Hanako Y, H. Yamada, Hanako Yamada) . We may not be able to allow you to enter for security purposes if we can’t recognize your name. We’ll show you how to change the display name 5 minutes before the session start.
※Contact JSS/Momiji if you don’t know how to change your Zoom display name.
Contact
- Momiji Health Care Society（Chikage）：416-261-6683 x.244 / ciw@momiji.on.ca
- Japanese Social Services (JSS) (Rumiko）：416-385-9200 / programs@jss.ca
Zoom – First Time?
If this is the first time you are trying out Zoom, we are more than happy to help you out with downloading and using Zoom, while connecting with you via phone. Please contact us as soon as possible, to book your practice session. *Availability may be limited depending on the number of requests.
**Please note that we most likely can’t help you connecting Zoom on the day of the seminar due to limited staffing. We encourage you to book us for the separate practice prior to the seminar date.
This eLearning series is:
- Provided by：Momiji Health Care Society、 Japanese Social Services (JSS)
- supported by Family Talks Forum (FTF)
