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Pascal Siakam to help Toronto kids learn to code with new training program
Toronto Raptors star Pascal Siakam’s PS43 Foundation has launched a new youth-based initiative designed to address the digital divide in Toronto.
Coding for Champions, which was announced Friday during Siakam’s 27th birthday, is the not-for-profit’s first Canadian initiative.
Participating students will be equipped with laptops, which they will be allowed to keep after the program is complete.
Funded by a six-figure donation and supported by Penny Appeal Canada, the free 10-week program aims to provide students at two Toronto schools with information technology and website building skills. Participating students will be equipped with laptops, which they will be allowed to keep after the program is complete.