TECKY BRAINS CANADA
SOCIAL IMPACT
Education
through Creativity, Technology
& Global Challenges
We empower children, families, and educators through creativity, design thinking, and technology with social impact, with a strong focus on closing the gender gap for GIRLS and reaching underrepresented communities.
CREATIVITY. TECH. SOCIAL IMPACT.
Who we are
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Tecky Brains Canada Social Impact is an educational initiative committed to digital inclusion, gender equity, and creative learning through design thinking and technology.
We believe in education through creativity, technology, and global challenges: from climate change and food security to equity and innovation, our programs empower participants to explore solutions for the real issues shaping our world.
In collaboration with libraries, community hubs, and organizations, we bring free workshops in coding, AI, and digital creativity to girls, boys, families, educators, and older adults — helping everyone find their place in tech.
Born in Peru. Recognized in Latin America.
Growing in Canada.
Tecky Brains was born in Peru — and its impact has reached across Latin America. Recognized by Women in Tech LATAM, our work has empowered over 6,000 girls and 10,000 children through creativity and technology. Now, we’re bringing this movement to Canada.
Your support helps build a future where
every child sees themselves in tech.
Whether you give your time, your expertise, or your generosity — it all makes a difference.
Our programs
Tecky Girls
Inspiring girls through technology, digital art, and relatable role models in STEAM. Creative workshops that help girls discover their voice, identity, and power to lead.
Tecky Sparks
Play-based tech workshops for boys and girls. From Scratch games to AI art — learning through fun and creativity.
Tecky Silver
Practical digital literacy sessions for seniors in friendly, accessible environments. Technology becomes a tool for connection and confidence.
Tecky Educator
Hands-on professional development for teachers with a focus on student-centered design, digital tools, and creativity in the classroom.
Tecky Global Challenges
Exploring science, creativity, and technology to address the world’s most pressing challenges. From climate change research and waste reduction projects to food security initiatives in urban and rural communities, participants develop innovative solutions that connect local action with global goals (SDGs).
Recognized for impact
Powered by purpose
Tecky Brains has been internationally recognized for its innovative
approach to education, technology, and social equity.
- Winner – Women in Tech LATAM Awards (2022)
Global Finalist at the Women in Tech Global Awards (Dubai, 2022) — one of the world’s most prestigious recognitions for women-led innovation in tech. - Winner – ExcelGob Award for Gender Equity (2022)
Awarded by the Red GEALC (Network of e-Government Authorities of Latin America and the Caribbean), with support from the Organization of American States (OAS) and Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
The Digital Girls Peru program — co-developed by Tecky Brains and the Presidency of the Council of Ministers of Peru (PCM) — was honored for advancing gender inclusion in STEM across the region. - Winner – Fundación Botín (Banco Santander, Spain, 2023)
Awarded in partnership with Fundación Muyuy for the Libros ConCientes project — celebrating creative, community-led education across Latin America.
- Finalist – XLATAM Challenge (2022)
Selected as a Latin American finalist for education with social impact through the XLATAM Challenge, supported by UNESCO — spotlighting innovation and equity in tech education. - Finalist – ConectaRSE para Crecer (Movistar Peru, 2023)
Honored for promoting rural digital inclusion through creative and accessible tech workshops in underserved communities. - Winner – WISE Award (Peru, 2023)
Recognized for educational innovation and measurable social impact through inclusive, community-based technology programs. - Recognized – Impulsa Ruralia 2025 (Peru)
Recognized as one of Peru’s leading rural innovation initiatives. Impulsa Ruralia 2025 highlights impactful educational projects that foster equity, creativity, and community transformation in rural settings
Upcoming Workshops in Thunder Bay
Sept 13, 2025. 10am – 12pm
Chomp the Cheese
Game with Your Face! Kids will code a fun video game in Scrath using facial recognition AI.
Venue: Waverley Library – Auditorium
Oct 25, 2025. 10am – 12pm
AI-Generated images
Turn words into Art Participants will learn to write creative prompts and watch AI transform their words into stunning digital artwork.
Venue: Mary J.L. Black Library – Community Program Room
November 29, 2025. 10am – 1pm
Tecky Girls
My future Tech Self-Portrait A mini creative bootcamp for girls and teens. Participans will meet inspiring women in innovation and create their own “Future tech self-portrait” using p5.js, a beginner-friendly coding art tool.
Venue: Waverley Library – Auditorium
News
Same Team, Same Mission
The former Canada Learning Code team in Thunder Bay has joined Tecky Brains Canada, continuing to empower young people through digital education.
Recent Milestone: Quest: Tech & Gaming 2025
Tecky Brains proudly participated in Quest: Tech & Gaming 2025, showcasing our growing role in expanding meaningful access to digital skills.
Featured Project: My Future Tech Self-Portrait
Tecky Brains will launch My Future Tech Self-Portrait, a creative coding bootcamp designed to inspire girls and connect them with women in STEAM.
Your support helps build a future where
every child sees themselves in tech.
Whether you give your time, your expertise, or your generosity — it all makes a difference.
