About the club

A LITTLE HISTORY ...

The original name of the club was the Bits and Bytes Club. It was formed in 1989 by a group of retired tech workers, as a way for them to stay connected, discuss current tech issues and continue learning. The members also offered tech trouble shooting advice to community members, and gained a reputation for their invaluable community support.

Over the years, the club grew and adapted to keep up with the fast pace and changing world of technology. In the beginning, discussions centred around desk top computers - operating systems, storage, software, file management, and other related topics. As the tech world introduced us to mobile devices like smartphones, tablets and smart watches in the mid 2000's, discussions began to shift to include wifi access, apps, social media, digital citizenship, how to stay safe online, and many other new and emerging issues. The membership demographics began to shift as well to include more younger retirees, and more women.

The name 'Bits and Bytes' has been a proud part of the club's identity, symbolizing the fundamental building blocks of technology - bits and bytes - that power the digital world. These concepts have laid the foundation for countless innovations, and their legacy continues to influence how we interact with technology today. We honour the rich history that has brought us here. As we look to the future and embrace the broader scope of our evolving interests and activities, we feel it's time to adopt a name that more accurately reflects our role in the community today. 

The name - Kitchener Tech Club - was adopted in the fall of 2024. It is a name that is current, inclusive, and clearly represents who we are and who we represent.

For more information, or to join our club, email: kitchenertechclub@gmail.com