Computers for Schools program delivers 1.5 millionth computer

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 29, 2017 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, celebrated the delivery of 1.5 million computers across Canada by the Computers for Schools program at a special event at Homelands Sr Public School in Mississauga.

Shauna L. McCaffrey, Executive Director of RCT, thanked the Minister and the Government of Canada for the continued support of this important program and of the Computers for Schools Affiliates who help to deliver the program nationally in every province and territory. 

"The real impacts of the Computers for Schools program are demonstrated by the advanced skills and creativity that the students have demonstrated here in the classroom today, the youth that are sharing their skills by refurbishing the donated computers, and the heartfelt feedback that we receive from low income families, schools and non-profits."

"RCT is proud do have delivered over 458,400 computers throughout Ontario, in addition to the 3,093 laptops to Syrian Refugee families as part of the #WelcomeRefugees intiative, to enable them to achieve and gain the skills that are needed to succeed in the workplace, in the classroom, and in their communities ".

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"My congratulations to everyone involved with Computers for Schools. This is a big milestone, and it marks another important step in creating the innovation culture that will sustain our job growth and ensure our success in the digital age. We especially need more women and other under-represented groups to learn the digital skills they need for the jobs of the future. Canada will only succeed if we use everybody's talents to their full potential." 

– The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development

About the CFS program

CFS is a national program that refurbishes computers donated from government, private business and individuals for use by schools, libraries, registered not-for-profit organizations and Indigenous communities.

About RCT

Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) is a not-for-profit charitable organization that empowers learners, educators, low income families, youth, and non-profit organizations with increased access to information and communications technology (ICT), skill development and learning opportunities, in a socially and environmentally responsible manner.  RCT operates the Computers for Schools program in Ontario. RCT expands minds by extending technology.  RCTO.ca / Twitter: @RCTontario

For more information:

• Computers for Schools
• Renewed Computer Technology

SOURCE Renewed Computer Technology