Grants and Contributions:

€¢ Enhancement of employability and marketability of youth (including those from underrepresented groups) through internships specifically targeted to develop expertise and skills needed to actively participate in the digital economy.

Multi-Year Grant or Contribution, 2015/16 to 2018/19;

The objective of the Computers for Schools Interns 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; 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.