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Computers For Schools (Canada)
Computers For Schools (CFS) () (OPÉ) is a pan Canadian program, founded in 1993 by both Industry Canada and the TelecomPioneers. The Computers for Schools (CFS) Program is a national, Innovation, Science, Economic Development Canada-led initiative that has offshoots in all provinces and territories. The different organizations operating the program collect and refurbish donated surplus computers from both public and private sector sources, and redistribute them to schools, public libraries, not-for-profit organizations and Aboriginal communities throughout Canada. Since 1993, CFS has donated over 1.5 million refurbished computers nationwide, reducing the overall impact on the environment. In 2015, $2 million was announced to expand the Computers for Schools program to include non-profit organizations that support low-income Canadians and new Canadians with access to refurbished equipment. The CFS program has workshops throughout Canada, in every province and territory. See also ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Industry Canada
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED; ; )''Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada'' is the applied title under the Federal Identity Program; the legal title is Department of Industry (). is a department of the Government of Canada. ISED is responsible for a number of the federal government's functions in regulating industry and commerce, promoting science and innovation, and supporting economic development. The department was known as Industry Canada (IC) prior to 2015. The department is led by the Minister of Industry (currently Mélanie Joly), who also serves as the Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions. Several other ministerial portfolios are associated with the department. While the minister is head of the department, and provides policy/political direction, the day-to-day operations of the department are managed by the deputy minister, who is a public servant. The department headquarters are located at ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Computer Recycling
Electronic waste recycling, electronics recycling, or e-waste recycling is the disassembly and separation of components and raw materials of waste electronics; when referring to specific types of e-waste, the terms like computer recycling or mobile phone recycling may be used. Like other waste streams, reuse, donation, and repair are common sustainable ways to dispose of information technology (IT) waste. Since its inception in the early 1990s, more and more devices are being recycled worldwide due to increased awareness and investment. Electronic recycling occurs primarily to recover valuable, rare-earth metals and precious metals, which are in short supply, as well as plastics and metals. These are resold or used in new devices after purification, in effect creating a circular economy. Such processes involve specialised facilities and premises, but within the home or ordinary workplace, sound components of damaged or obsolete computers can often be reused, reducing replaceme ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Innovation, Science And Economic Development Canada
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED; ; )''Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada'' is the applied title under the Federal Identity Program; the legal title is Department of Industry (). is a Ministry (government department), department of the Government of Canada. ISED is responsible for a number of the federal government's functions in regulating Industry (economics), industry and commerce, promoting science and innovation, and supporting economic development. The department was known as Industry Canada (IC) prior to 2015. The department is led by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, Minister of Industry (currently Mélanie Joly), who also serves as the Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions. Several other ministerial portfolios are associated with the department. While the minister is head of the department, and provides policy/political direction, the day-to-day operations of the department are mana ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
