Computers for Schools Plus

CFS+ Nova Scotia Chapter

About the Program 

Since 1993, the Computers for Schools Plus (CFS+) program has helped extend the useful life of electronic equipment, reduce the environmental impact of electronic waste and offered practical work internships to young Canadians to help them develop advanced digital skills for the job market.

Computers for Schools Plus is a national program that refurbishes computers from government, private business and individuals for distribution to schools, libraries, registered not-for-profit learning organizations, eligible low-income families and Indigenous Communities. The Computers for Schools Plus program is a tremendous example of a green initiative with outstanding social benefits.

30+ Years of Making a Difference

The addition of "Plus" in Computers for Schools Plus (CFS+) builds on more than 30 years of success in serving communities across Canada to provide a wide range of computer equipment to an expanded audience of recipients. Originally, computers were only provided to schools. Today, the CFS+ program also provides computers and other digital devices to assist libraries, not-for-profit organizations, Indigenous communities and eligible low-income Canadians. This is achieved through CFS+, the CFS+ Internship program and the Connecting Families initiative.

The CFS+ program has made some significant changes to make it even easier for all Canadians, including youth and under-represented groups, to access the internet and acquire the skills and training needed to work in today's digital economy.

CFS+ is a win-win-win for communities, industry and the environment. CFS+ helps extend the useful life of electronic equipment and keeps e-waste out of landfills.

How do I receive a device?

Computers for Schools+ is not just for schools!  We provide digital devices and accessories to:

• Schools

• Low-income Canadians

• Not-for-profit organizations

• Indigenous Communities

The program is currently undergoing some changes.  Please check back in a few weeks for updated information on requests for devices.

How do I donate my electronics?

Donating is safe.  The CFS+ program has refurbished electronic equipment donated by all levels of government, as well as the private and not-for-profit sectors for more than 30 years.  It uses industry leading practices for data clearing and is a trusted source for the responsible handling  of used technology.  

The program is currently undergoing some changes.  Please check back in a few weeks for updated information on donations to the program.

Inerested in becoming a CFS+ Intern?

Computers for Schools also provides students and recent graduates with paid, practical on-the-job experience in refurbishment centres across Canada.

The Computers for Schools Intern (CFSI) program supports the Government of Canada's Youth Employment and Skills Strategy. CFSI seeks to enhance the employability and marketability of youth through internships specifically targeted to develop expertise and skills needed to actively participate in the digital economy.

Under CFSI eligible youth are given valuable work experience through internships targeted to develop and enhance advanced digital skills. CFSI helps 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.

Participants in this program will repair and refurbish computer equipment, sort and test computer software, prepare and package computers for shipment, develop communications material, do community outreach, network set-up and installation as well as training and support.

Eligibility to become a CFS+ Intern

To be eligible to participate in the CFSI program, you must:

• be aged between 15 and 30 years old (inclusive) at the start of the internship;

• be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada; and

• be legally entitled to work in Canada