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Title:

510860

Agreement Number:

510860

Agreement Value:

$1,026,483.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 1, 2015 - Sep 30, 2018

Description:

2015-2018 Funding for the Computers for Schools Program in British Columbia

Organization:

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Location:

Burnaby, British Columbia, CA V3N4A3

Reference Number:

033-2015-2016-Q1-510860

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

888422193

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Additional Information:

· Multi-Year Grant or Contribution, 2015/16 to 2018/19; Material Restatement, value changed from $900,625 to $1,026,483 as per contract amendment

Amendment Date

Apr 17, 2018

Recipient's Operating Name:

British Columbia Technology for Learning Society

Recipient's Legal Name:

British Columbia Technology for Learning Society

Federal Riding Name:

Burnaby South

Federal Riding Number:

59003

Program:

Computers for Schools

Program Purpose:

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.

NAICS Code:

810000

Amendments:

See Amendments