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Teen Tech Grants
Technology support for Canadian public secondary schools
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Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Overview
Best Buy Teen Tech Grants supports Canadian public secondary schools with up to $10,000 for new technology or a Chromebook package worth up to $10,000. Applications are currently closed. Elementary schools are not eligible.
Receipt of requests is now closed
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Purchasing technology specified in the application and approved by Best Buy Canada.
Documents Needed
- Permission and release documentation for the content of the application and images, including intellectual property licenses and photographic image releases.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian public secondary schools.
Who is not eligible
- Private schools.
- Non-public schools.
- Schools outside Canada.
- Elementary schools.
Eligible expenses
- Technology purchases specified in the application and approved by Best Buy Canada.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Quality of the applications provided by the schools.
- The impact the new technology will have on the students.
- How the technology purchased with the Cash Donation will inspire, motivate and empower students.
- How the new technology will level playing fields for students with challenges and/or bring innovation to the classroom.
- How many students will be impacted by the Cash Donation and the school’s need for resources.
How to apply
- Submit one application per school during each submission period.
- Complete the application form fully and obtain approval from the school’s principal, with support or within the guidelines of the School District.
Processing and Agreement
- Under the rules for the closed 2025 call, selected schools had to provide a signed Best Buy Program Agreement within 30 days of selection, with execution by the applicable school district. Best Buy could request additional information and access to the school to view the technology. The technology purchase deadline of June 30, 2026 applied to that historical call; it is not a deadline for a new application period.
Additional information
- Applications are currently closed. Contact: teentech@bestbuycanada.ca. The available official rules concern the 2025 call; its dates must not be treated as a new intake. No purchase was necessary to apply. Applicants agreed to join the Best Buy Teen Tech Network for collaboration opportunities and program updates.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Teen Tech Grants Program
What is the Teen Tech Grants?
Best Buy Teen Tech Grants supports Canadian public secondary schools with up to $10,000 for new technology or a Chromebook package worth up to $10,000. Applications are currently closed. Elementary schools are not eligible.
How much funding can be received?
Teen Tech Grants Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Teen Tech Grants program?
To be eligible for the Teen Tech Grants program, you must:
The applicant must be a Canadian public secondary school.
Only one application per school can be submitted during each submission period.
What expenses are eligible under Teen Tech Grants?
Purchasing technology specified in the application and approved by Best Buy Canada.
Who can I contact for more information about the Teen Tech Grants?
You can contact Best Buy Canada by email at teentech@bestbuycanada.ca.
Where is the Teen Tech Grants available?
The Teen Tech Grants program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Teen Tech Grants?
Teen Tech Grants is funded by Best Buy Canada