About TechWiseTutors

Who We Are

A youth-led movement dedicated to empowering seniors through technology education and compassionate support.

Matthew Singh, co-founder of TechWiseTutors

Matthew Singh

Co-Founder, TechWiseTutors

A letter from co-founder Matthew Singh

Technology should help people feel connected—not left behind.

TechWiseTutors began with a moment close to home. I watched my grandmother struggle to use her electronics. She did not need another complicated guide; she needed someone patient enough to sit beside her and help.

That experience made me realize how many seniors are expected to learn rapidly changing technology on their own. Together with Aarin and Maysam, I helped create a student-run organization where seniors could ask questions freely, receive practical support and build confidence at their own pace.

During one of our sessions, a senior showed us a suspicious text containing an unfamiliar link. It changed how we understood our work. Teaching device skills mattered, but helping people recognize scams and protect themselves mattered just as much. Cyber-fraud awareness is now central to our mission.

I am proud of the volunteers, community partners and seniors who continue to shape TechWiseTutors. Every session reminds us that good technology education begins with listening, respect and human connection.

Matthew Singh

TechWiseTutors volunteers visiting Mackenzie Place Long-Term Care Home

Our Story

The idea began when one of our founders watched his grandmother struggle to use her electronics. It made a larger need visible: many seniors are expected to learn new devices on their own, without patient and accessible support.

Aarin, Matthew, and Maysam founded TechWiseTutors as a student-run group offering free device help. When a participant brought a suspicious text link to a session, the mission expanded beyond device skills to practical scam recognition, financial-fraud awareness and safer, more confident technology use.

Mission-Driven
Compassionate
Community-Based
Safety-Focused

Our beginning

Founding Team

Co-Founder

Aarin

Co-Founder

Matthew

Co-Founder

Maysam

Governance

Board of Directors

CLASS OF ’26

Xinge Xu

Computer Science, Western & Ivey

Our Mission

To bridge the digital divide for seniors and community members by providing free, accessible, and compassionate technology education through youth-led volunteer tutoring.

Our Vision

A world where every senior feels confident, connected, and safe using technology — supported by a community of young people who care.

What We Do

Our approach is simple — meet people where they are, with patience and compassion.

1-on-1 Tech Support

Personalized tutoring sessions adapted to each learner's pace and needs.

Online Safety Education

Helping seniors recognize scams, protect passwords, and stay safe online.

Community Workshops

Group sessions at retirement homes, community centres, and partner facilities.

Digital Literacy

Teaching the fundamentals of using smartphones, tablets, and computers.

Youth Development

Building leadership, communication, and teaching skills in young volunteers.

Compassionate Approach

Every interaction is grounded in patience, respect, and genuine care.

Join Our Mission

Whether you want to help or need tech support, we're here for you.