The Community Access Program (CAP) aims to provide Canadians with affordable public access to the Internet and the skills they need to use it effectively.
With the combined efforts of the federal, provincial and territorial governments, community groups, social agencies, libraries, schools, volunteer groups and the business community, CAP helps Canadians, wherever they live, take advantage of emerging opportunities in the new global knowledge-based economy.
Under CAP, public locations like schools, libraries and community centres act as "on-ramps" to the Information Highway, and provide computer support and training.
The program plays a crucial role in bridging the digital divide; contributing to the foundation for electronic access to government services; encouraging on-line learning and literacy; fostering the development of community based infrastructure; and, promoting Canadian e-commerce.
As well, the CAP Youth Initiative (CAP YI) provides employment opportunities to young people in CAP sites across Canada. Young Canadians aged 15-30 assist CAP site visitors on the use of the Internet and provide technical support to the CAP sites.
New Brunswick Contact(s):
Paul
Patterson
Commerce Officer, Partnering and Outreach
Industry Canada
Unit 103
1045 Main Street
Moncton, New Brunswick
E3B 5H1
Telephone: 506-851-6487
Fax: 506-851-6429
E-mail: patterson.paul@ic.gc.ca