From providing schools with refurbished computers to creating quality Canadian content for the Internet, SchoolNet's programs are dedicated to helping Canadians reap the benefits of new technology and the Internet. Our programs represent Canadians from the private sector, the volunteer sector, government agencies and individuals working together to prepare themselves for the third millennium.
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SchoolNet Global Gateway:
a new resource to explore!
SchoolNet invites educators, parents and students to visit the many
Internet sites that, like Canada's SchoolNet, are designed to prepare
students for the information society. Discover educational and innovative
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SchoolNet's Open Source Resources Centre
Explore the wealth of information on Open Source Software to gain a better understanding of the current state and future trends relating to Open Source opportunities.
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Innovation
- Skills Development
Get a better idea of the options open to your school by consulting
a collection of resources on assessing what skills development options
are right for you and your school.
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Computers for Schools
Channeling surplus computer equipment from businesses, governments and individuals into classrooms and public libraries. Find out how Computers for Schools is helping youth acquire the skills of today.
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Canadian Strategy to Promote Safe, Wise and Responsible Internet Use
This resource is meant to equip Canadian Internet users with the tools and information that can help them have a positive online experience. The Strategy outlines a five-point plan on Internet safety that is built on: supporting initiatives that educate and empower users on the Internet; promoting effective industry self-regulation; strengthening law enforcement in cyberspace; implementing hotline reporting systems; and fostering international collaboration.
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First Nations SchoolNet
Access unique First Nations learning resources in English, Cree and Syllabics, browse through cultural collections, and network with other First Nations schools and communities - all through First Nations SchoolNet.
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Canada's Digital Collections
Developed by young people hired to work with businesses, institutions and other organizations to create uniquely Canadian material, discover this vast digital resource of Canadian history and culture on the Internet.
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Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching
This Program recognizes the efforts of outstanding teachers in all disciplines who provide students with the tools to become good citizens, to develop and grow as individuals, and to contribute to Canada's growth, prosperity and well-being.
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Generations Can Connect
Linking youth and seniors through information technology, Generations CanConnect allows youth to interview seniors about their life experiences for posting on the web site. Incentive funding is available - find out how.
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SchoolNet GrassRoots Program
Teachers and students are building the Information Highway by designing and implementing their own online projects. Earn money for your school by creating an innovative, interactive project on the Internet.
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SchoolNet Network of Innovative Schools
The Network of Innovative Schools showcases schools demonstrating leadership, commitment and success in integrating information and communication technology to improve learning. Could your school be a member?
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SchoolNet Youth Advisory Board
The SchoolNet Youth Advisory Board comprises innovative youth, ages 10 to 18, from across Canada. These young people discuss the future of ICT, the effects technology has on learning and what they feel is needed to ensure equal access to technology for all. Canada’s SchoolNet uses the recommendations the board makes to establish the priorities for its youth services.
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SchoolNet News Network
By contributing to a monthly online newspaper, K-12 students learn valuable journalism skills and see their work published on the Internet. Sounds like fun? Check out the site to get involved.
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Toile scolaire francophone
Thanks to this project, young Canadian professionals travel to countries members of La Francophonie to initiate and train teachers, students and youth in schools and community centers on the use of information and communication technologies.
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NetCorps Canada International
Offering young Canadians the opportunity to participate in exciting information and communications technology internships in developing countries. NetCorps aims to support developing countries enhance their ICT capacity, while providing Canadian youth with valuable work experience.
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SkillNet.ca
Canada's fastest growing network of job and career information web sites. SkillNet a partnership of integrated recruitment services, is a one-stop shopping site for jobs and career-related information.
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Apply to Teach Network (ATTN)
Delivered by Industry Canada and the Centre for Education and Training, the Apply to Teach Network (ATTN) is an online teacher recruitment database connecting teachers directly to Boards of Education and other employers in the education field. Teachers can apply directly to positions online, and Boards of Eduction can quickly and cost effectively access candidates who meet their human resources needs.
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SchoolNet Support Parents
SchoolNet Support Parents is a program designed to encourage and support parent volunteers to become active in classroom Internet activities. It offers Internet training for parents while providing trained volunteers for schools at the same time!
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SchoolNet Youth Entrepreneurship
The SchoolNet Youth Entrepreneurship web site is an Industry Canada initiative geared to support the development and promotion of school-based entrepreneurial spirit.
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