Digital Equity
High internet costs limit access for families. Your matched donation helps bridge Ottawa’s digital divide. Give today—every contribution counts!
Advancing nonprofit organizations by strengthening access to devices, connectivity, digital skills, and technology infrastructure to enhance capacity and impact.
Promoting well-being and opportunity by improving access to devices, connectivity, digital skills, and tech capacity in the nonprofit sector. Are eligible?
Having laptop issues? SPCO offers expert repair services to support digital access and community needs. Fill out our form today! Read more!
Computers or Tablets for Community Members.
We manage a centralized list where local nonprofits can request devices for their clients. The platform builds on existing collaborations that are purchasing, loaning or distributing devices and brings efficiency to the ad-hoc approach that arose during COVID in response to the urgent need for devices. In 2021, we distributed 102 devices (laptops, tablets, cellphones or other technology) and are aiming for 500 devices in 2022. We are pleased for the support of the City of Ottawa for end-of-life devices for refurbishing and for Jewish Family Services and Ottawa Community Foundation for funds for tablets for seniors. To request a device for a community member click here.
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Increasing access to Devices and Digital Literacy
In Canada, high internet access costs create barriers for many families. Your donation today can make a real difference in bridging the digital gap for an Ottawa family. As we embrace the spirit of giving, a kind donor will match all donations up to $500. Join us in making a difference by giving today. Every contribution counts!
Enabling health, employment, learning and social opportunities through access to digital devices, connectivity, ability to use technology and capacity of the voluntary sector to use technology for better service to the community.
Laptop Repair Assistance
Is your laptop giving you trouble? Don’t worry, we’re here to help! SPCO is dedicated to enabling health, employment, learning, and social opportunities through access to digital devices, connectivity, the ability to use technology, and enhancing the capacity of the voluntary sector to utilize technology for better service to the community.If you’re in need of assistance with laptop repair, our team of expert technicians is ready to find solutions for you. Simply complete the form below, and we’ll get in touch with you as soon as possible to discuss your repair needs. Whether it’s a hardware issue, software problem, or anything in between, we have the knowledge and experience to diagnose and fix the issue efficiently.Helping you is our priority, and we strive to provide prompt and reliable service to ensure minimal disruption to your work or personal life. Trust us to handle your laptop repair needs with professionalism and care.Complete the form now to take the first step towards getting your laptop back in working order. We look forward to assisting you! Here
Collaborating to Increase Connectivity
Digital Equity Ottawa (DEO) is a collaborative initiative established by SPCO and National Capital FreeNet to tackle the digital divide for at-risk populations, priority neighbourhoods and rural residents. DEO is reducing the digital divide through four strategies: (1) Access to Devices (2) Access to Connectivity (3) Digital Literacy (4) Non-Profit Capacity. In mid-2021, we established a Strategic Advisory Committee, with representatives from the City, funders, school boards, Ottawa Public Library and community agencies to leverage existing digital assets to improve digital equity. In recognition that rural areas often face even bigger challenges, we developed partnerships with rural agencies to support digital equity in the rural counties of Eastern Ontario. Seed money was received from Federal government COVID relief funds distributed through United Way East Ontario.
