The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is proud to support Marpole Neighbourhood House (MNH) in Vancouver, British Columbia, through a recent technology donation of two laptops — helping strengthen essential community services for residents facing economic and social barriers.
This initiative demonstrates how responsible electronic recycling and IT asset disposition (ITAD) can deliver meaningful community impact while advancing sustainability, data security, and digital inclusion.
Empowering Frontline Outreach and Settlement Services
Marpole Neighbourhood House plays a vital role in supporting low-income, vulnerable, and underprivileged households in Vancouver’s Marpole community. The newly donated laptops are already being integrated into multiple programs, including:
- Community outreach: enabling staff to engage directly with residents and deliver on-site support
- Settlement services: supporting newcomer intake, case management, and data administration
- Program delivery: presenting educational and promotional materials to community members
- Data collection and reporting: improving efficiency and service coordination
By improving access to reliable technology, this donation significantly enhances MNH’s capacity to deliver critical services, streamline operations, and better serve individuals and families who rely on their programs.
From Electronic Waste to Community Impact
Through ERA’s national reuse-first electronic recycling program, donated devices are professionally refurbished and fully data-wiped before being placed back into service. This approach:
- Extends the lifecycle of valuable technology
- Keeps electronics out of landfills
- Protects sensitive data
- Supports organizations that cannot afford new equipment
Every donated device becomes a powerful tool for social good — transforming surplus electronics into opportunities for stronger communities.
Supporting Vancouver’s Nonprofits Through Sustainable IT
ERA works with businesses across Canada to securely recycle surplus electronics and redirect refurbished devices to charities, schools, and nonprofits that need them most. The donation to Marpole Neighbourhood House reflects ERA’s ongoing commitment to:
- Environmental sustainability
- Corporate social responsibility
- Digital inclusion
- Community development
Together, these efforts help build a more resilient and connected Canada.
Learn How Your Organization Can Make an Impact
If your organization has surplus electronics, ERA can help you transform them into meaningful community impact through secure, responsible recycling and reuse.
To learn more please call 1-877-939-2783.