Computers for Schools Plus program celebrates 30th anniversary

From: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada News release Two million refurbished devices distributed to Canadians in need since the program's inception September 26, 2023 – Ottawa, Ontario Today, the Honourable François-Philippe ...

Celebrating a 5 Year Partnership!

We are proud to celebrate our 5-year partnership with York Region District School Board (YRDSB).  Our partnership began in 2018, when the School Board team wanted to help their families ...

Another Successful St. Lawrence Market Neighborhood Association’s REmarket Event!

On June 14th and 15th, Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) participated for the 5th time at the St. Lawrence Market Neighborhood Association's REmarket event, showcasing our commitment to recycling, reusing, and providing technology. The event saw an ...

CyberTitan and Ottawa Catholic School Board

A long-standing CFS+ client, Timothy King, has been seconded this year to the Information & Communication Technology Council (ICTC), which oversees CyberTitan, the national student cybersecurity competition in collaboration with ...

Supporting PWA

On Saturday, April 1st, Renewed Computer Technology was honoured to receive a PWA Friends of the Foundation award for Outstanding Community Support for the significant contribution of computer technology to the people ...

Supporting Home Schools in Ontario

The Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) is a non-profit organization devoted to protecting, empowering, and advancing home education in Canada. The HSLDA provides legal services and professional homeschool support to ...

Computers for Schools celebrates delivery of 1.5 million computers in Canada

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 (CFS) at ...

Partnerships Across Sectors leads to a Successful Welcome of Syrian Refugees

On Tuesday, May 31st, RCT joined CultureLink in downtown Toronto at a Donor and Volunteer Recognition event to celebrate the success of the Donation Distribution centre launched 6 months ago. ...

#WelcomeRefugees – RCT to deliver computers to Syrian Families

 March 14 2016 - Toronto, ON Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) is pleased to share that the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science, and Economic Development has announced Canada’s investment to provide ...

RCT Delivers another 118 computers to Peel DSB schools in time for the holidays

 December 15 2015  With just a few days left before students go home for the Holidays, RCT has delivered another 118 computers across 4 schools—Brian W. Fleming, Queen Street, Thorn ...

RCT Celebrates #GivingTuesday with 5 computers donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel

 December 1st 2015 - Giving Tuesday Today marks Giving Tuesday. A day to celebrate and remember that while we shop for our friends and family, this is also the season ...

Celebrating National Science and Technology Week by Showcasing the importance of Technology in the Classroom

National Science and Technology Week – October 16th to October 25th Last week celebrated the role that Science and Technology plays in Canada’s economy, as well as educating youth on ...

RCT Donates 62 computers to Peel DSB Schools

 August 20 2015 - Peel board schools receive donation of 62 computers from Renewed Computer TechnologyThe Peel District School Board has received a donation of 62 computers from Renewed Computer ...

Supporting Digital Learning in Schools and Communities

June 5, 2015 – Today, Mike Lake, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, and John Carmichael, Member of Parliament for Don Valley West, underscored the importance of this program ...

RCT partners with DSBN at the 2015 CONNECT Conference to engage students in education technology

 May 5th-8th 2015, Niagara, Ontario - RCT partners with DSBN and Brainspace at the 2015 CONNECT Conference Renewed Computer Technology and the District School Board of Niagara (DSBN) worked in ...

Clark Boulevard PS

March 10, 2015 - Clark Boulevard PS helps nearly 60 families to receive renewed computers. As part of the partnership RCT has with Peel District School Board, RCT helps their schools ...

Celebrating Family – Technology’s Impact at Home

    As we wrap up Family Day here in Ontario, RCT would like to celebrate the many families who we have had the opportunity to share joy with ...

RCT Youth Interns featured on Global News Hour with Susan Hay

September 24, 2014 - Global News Hour features RCT Youth Interns RCT was featured on Global News Hour. The feature focused on RCT Youth Interns` experiences working here in order ...

Industry Canada’s Minister James Moore announces renewed funding for Computers for Schools program

June 6, 2014 -  Industry Canada’s Minister James Moore announces renewed funding for Computers for Schools program. "My colleagues across Canada and I are thrilled with the renewed mandate, which ...

Peel board partners with Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) to bring low-cost technology to families in need – Equity of access a key priority for BYOD initiative.

March 5, 2014 - “We’re excited to empower students with the tools they need to succeed in today’s knowledge-based economy,” says Shauna McCaffrey, executive director, RCT. “This partnership will not ...

Computers for Schools 20th Anniversary Celebration – Toronto, ON

November 21, 2013 - CFS 20th Anniversary Celebration  20 Years ofExtending Technology...and Expanding Minds! Computers for Schools is celebrating its 20th Anniversary! #CFS20 The Computers for Schools (CFS) program has thrived ...

New Malvern Youth Centre Opens

June 5, 2013 -  A new art and technology centre for youth has opened in Malvern thanks to partnership between the City of Toronto, Toronto Public Library and East Metro ...

RCT helps students purchase affordable computers for the new school year through OUTREACH

August 24, 2011 - The Welland Tribute writes about the success of the RCTech OUTREACH program launched at RCT to help low-income learners get access to quality, refurbished technology. WELLAND - ...

Earth Day e-Roundup celebrates 67 individual donors

April 23, 2010 - Niagara`s Earth Day e-Roundup helps collect surplus technology from 67 unique donors to refurbish for use in local schools and charities.  WELLAND - Computers, monitors and ...

Minister of Industry Delivers One Millionth Computer Through the Computers for Schools Program

April 26, 2010 - The Honorable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, today delivered the one millionth refurbished computer donated by the Computers for Schools program at a local Ottawa school. ...

RCT launches e-Roundup to collect surplus technology from local residents

July 23, 2009 - Welland Tribune Features RCT Niagara`s eRoundup efforts, an event designed to promote the proper recycling/reuse of technology by allowing local residents to drop off their surplus ...

Environmental Partner Award Presentation to Service Canada – HRSDC in celebration of Environment Week

June 3, 2009 -  The Environmental Partner Award was presented to Service Canada / HRSDC in recognition of their  leadership role in mitigating the harmful impacts of e-waste on human ...

RCT co-hosts International Computer Refurbishers’ Summit (ICRS)

May 5 & 6, 2008 - Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) co-hosted the 5th International Computer Refurbishers’ Summit (ICRS) with TechSoup and PC Rebuilders and Recyclers, on May 5th & 6th, ...

TELUS Volunteers help to launch new Community E-ROUND UP days

September 29, 2007 - RCT’s first free Community Computer Drop Off Day was on Saturday September 29, 2007. The RCT E-ROUND UP was a phenomenal success thanks to the dedicated ...