Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada · Contribution program
Computers for Schools
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.
- Total value
- $96.3M
- Agreements
- 129
- Apr 2006 to Oct 2018
- Median agreement
- $228K
- Typical range
- $115K–$702K
- the middle half of agreements
Federal grants and contributions, agreements starting Jan 2006 to Oct 2026, each counted once at its latest amended value. Source: Treasury Board proactive disclosure, published October 11, 2026.
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Who got it
Organizations with the most funding under this program.
By year
Agreements by the year they started.
| Year | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 13 | $3.7M |
| 2007 | 14 | $4.1M |
| 2008 | 14 | $4.1M |
| 2009 | 14 | $4.1M |
| 2010 | 14 | $12M |
| 2013 | 14 | $4M |
| 2014 | 14 | $4.7M |
| 2015 | 14 | $14.7M |
| 2016 | 2 | $2.1M |
| 2017 | 2 | $3M |
| 2018 | 14 | $39.8M |
By province
| Province or territory | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Quebec | 27 | $50.2M |
| Ontario | 9 | $15M |
| British Columbia | 9 | $5.2M |
| Alberta | 9 | $4.7M |
| Manitoba | 9 | $3.5M |
| New Brunswick | 9 | $3.1M |
| Saskatchewan | 9 | $3.1M |
| Northwest Territories | 9 | $2.9M |
| Nova Scotia | 9 | $2.8M |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 9 | $2.5M |
| Yukon | 9 | $1.9M |
| Prince Edward Island | 8 | $1.2M |
| Nunavut | 4 | $285K |
By type of recipient
As the department classified the recipient.
| Recipient type | Agreements | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Not-for-profit organizations and charities | 117 | $94.7M |
| Government | 8 | $1.2M |
| For-profit organizations | 4 | $442K |