Grants and Contributions:

The program aims to provide equitable opportunities for Canadians to acquire the equipment and skills needed to thrive in the digital economy. The expected results include the following: - Donations of surplus computer equipment are received and refurbished;- Distribution of refurbished computer equipment to schools, libraries, not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous communities, and to eligible low-income individuals that will support and strengthen the national economy and competitiveness by building knowledge, skills, work experience and a skilled work force;- Government of Canada will maximize re-use of computer equipment, and as one of the largest purchasers of computer equipment in Canada, will also reduce the environmental footprint and optimize the benefit and value for money for Canadians of these purchases;- Government of Canada leadership in corporate social responsibility and sustainable development; - Development of the needed network of partners and stakeholders, including not-for-profit organizations, federal departments, provincial and territorial governments, the private sector, schools, school boards and the voluntary sector throughout the country to reduce the digital divide; - Engaging low-income Canadian households in the digital economy; and- Canada is a connected and digitally engaged society.

value changed from $10,000,935 to $12,541,019 as per contract amendment, 2018/19 to 2025/26,

The objective of the Computers for Schools Program is to: -produce ready-to-use digital devices for schools, libraries, not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous communities, and eligible low-income individuals;-build partnerships that contribute to reducing the environmental footprint of electronic surplus by refurbishing and re-using surplus computer assets;-connect low-income individuals to affordable Internet solutions being offered by Internet Service Providers in their area; and-help young Canadians of diverse backgrounds and genders gain work experience and develop a variety of advanced digital skills and important soft-skills such as project management, teamwork, and communications.