ERA Donates Printer to Trades Guild
The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is proud to announce the donation of a high-quality large-format printer to Trades Guild in Calgary, Alberta—an organization making a powerful impact by supporting marginalized youth through training and mentorship in the skilled trades.
At the heart of the Trades Guild’s mission is the belief in second chances. They offer a vital lifeline to young people in the community who are facing serious challenges, including unemployment, homelessness, addiction, mental health issues, or a lack of formal education. Through a combination of life skills programming, on-the-job training, and one-on-one mentorship, the Guild empowers these youth to build a more stable, productive, and hopeful future.
One key part of the Guild’s work involves producing technical project drawings for hands-on learning and community projects. For this, they were in need of a reliable, large-format printer:
“We are in search for a good quality printer that can print 11 x 17 paper as we do make a lot of project drawings that requires a larger size.”
In response, ERA donated a refurbished large-format printer to help them continue their hands-on training programs more efficiently.
This donation is part of ERA’s mission to reduce electronic waste while providing meaningful support to organizations making a real difference in their communities. By giving new life to used electronics, ERA not only helps the environment but also uplifts the people and programs that need technology the most.
To learn how you can support this mission—whether by donating your used electronics or applying on behalf of a non-profit— give us a call or contact us online
If you have electronics collecting dust, don’t throw them away. Donate them to ERA and help us make a difference—one device, one youth, and one second chance at a time.