British Columbia Technology for Learning Society
Computers for Students
Record #:
KNA1503
Last Modified:
05 Mar 2020
Last Full Update:
05 Mar 2020
Contact Information
| Mailing Address | 6741 Cariboo Rd, St 206 Vancouver, BC V3N 4A3 |
| Office Phone | 1.604.294.6886 |
| ClientServices@reusetechbc.ca | |
| Website | www.reusetechbc.ca/ |
| Additional Info | www.cfsc-opec.org/ |
| CanadaHelps Donation Page | https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/british-columbia-technology-for-learning-society/impact/view/ |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/reusetechbc/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/834173/ Twitter: twitter.com/ReuseTechBC |
Description & Services
| Service Details | - Offers qualified low-income learners the opportunity to purchase donated computers at significantly reduced prices - Strives to provide families with the tools that will enable them to achieve their highest potential in the global knowledge-based economy |
| Eligibility | Computers for Students Eligibility: In order to qualify for the Low Income Program, applicants must meet the following criteria: - Must be a resident of British Columbia - Must meet current Low Income Cut-off (LICO) standards - Must be enrolled in a skills development, learning or academic program * Please note that applications being submitted for anyone under the age of 18 require a parent or legal guardian to provide both proof of income and registration in an academic or skills training program * Low-income Cut-off Standards: Low income status is determined using the Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) Standards as defined by Statistics Canada. Visit http://www.statcan.gc.ca/pub/75f0002m/2009002/tbl/tbl-3-eng.htm to view or download the “Pre-tax Measure” and http://www.statcan.gc.ca/pub/75f0002m/2009002/tbl/tbl-2-eng.htm to view or download the “Post-tax Measure” LICO Standards to verify the current Low Income Cut-Offs. * Please note that we use the most current information available to determine eligibility * Proof of Income acceptable forms: - Most recent proof of financial assistance from B.C. Employment and Assistance for Persons with Disabilities Act - Most recent proof of financial assistance from Employment Insurance in the form of a benefit statement - Current Notice of Assessment prepared by Revenue Canada Programs & Enrollment Proof of Enrollment Acceptable Forms: - Confirmation of enrollment * Please note that Student ID cards will only be accepted from high school students under the age of 18 * Examples of eligible programs include: - Students registered in elementary, secondary or post-secondary institutions - Courses offered through an accredited institution - Enrollment in a skills development, learning or academic program - Night school courses - ESL |
| Cost | Fees include: - $50 for a desktop (with LCD) or - $100 for a laptop Warranties: The computers for 6 months from the date it is dispatched from their office Payments: - Equipment being shipped: payment by certified cheque or credit card must be received prior to shipping - For pick up* from our Burnaby workshop applicant must bring the following: proof of British Columbia residency including address (eg. Driver’s License), proof of Low Income Cut-off (eg. most current Notice of Assessment), and proof of verifiable enrollment in a skills development, learning or academic program (eg. Class Schedule) *Please note: debit, credit or cash payments accepted when picking up |
Location
| Located In Community | British Columbia |