As digital access becomes increasingly essential to education, employment, and essential services, the technology gap continues to widen for many underserved communities across Canada. Meanwhile, organizations regularly decommission functional devices during IT refresh cycles—devices that, if repurposed, could make a meaningful difference.
The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is issuing a national call to action to CIOs, CTOs, and IT leaders: help bridge this digital divide by donating surplus technology. With over 500 charities, schools, and nonprofit organizations currently on ERA’s waitlist, the need for reliable electronic devices has never been more urgent.
By choosing reuse before recycling, organizations not only support community development but also advance key environmental and governance objectives.
“Our mission is to connect organizations with excess technology to those who lack access. Reuse is the most impactful first step—diverting e-waste and delivering opportunity through secure refurbishment,”— Bojan Paduh, Founder and President, Electronic Recycling Association
Why Partner with ERA?
ERA offers a comprehensive, secure, and socially responsible solution for managing retired IT assets. Contributions support:
- Digital equity by equipping underserved populations with essential tools
- Data security through certified, industry-compliant data destruction
- Environmental responsibility by extending device lifecycles and reducing landfill impact
- Corporate social responsibility by contributing to verifiable, mission-aligned community outcomes
Each donated device is professionally refurbished and redistributed, maximizing its value and lifespan while protecting your organization’s data and reputation.
Explore the full list of organizations awaiting technology donations: https://www.era.ca/donate-to-charities/
If your organization is planning a technology upgrade, consider donating retired devices to ERA. Together, we can transform unused technology into powerful tools for change—strengthening communities, reducing waste, and leading by example.
Let’s turn surplus into service. Let’s lead with purpose.