In the heart of Aurora, Ontario, the Aurora Historical Society (AHS) stands as a beacon of heritage education and preservation. Since its inception in 1963, this volunteer-led, non-profit organization has been steadfastly dedicated to safeguarding the town’s local heritage. Through innovative programming, captivating exhibitions, and unique events, the AHS ensures that Aurora’s rich history remains accessible to all, fostering a deeper connection between the past and the present.
Operating on a modest budget, the Aurora Historical Society faces the challenge of effectively managing and maintaining its resources, particularly when it comes to technology. With aspirations as grand as the legacy they strive to uphold, the AHS often finds itself caught between its ambitious goals and the limitations posed by aging technology.
Enter the Electronic Recycling Association (ERA), a shining example of the positive impact that partnerships between non-profit organizations can create. The ERA recently extended a helping hand to the Aurora Historical Society, donating 2 computers, 2 laptops, and a monitor. This donation comes as a boon, empowering the AHS to breathe new life into its operations and streamline essential museum tasks.
To learn more about the Aurora Historical Society please visit their website.
The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is a non-profit organization founded in 2004 to address the growing problem of e-waste and the increasing ‘digital divide’. For over fifteen years, ERA has offered simple solutions to help individuals and organizations prevent operational equipment from premature destruction. With a focus on recovery, refurbishment and reuse, ERA continuously supplies charitable groups with donated IT equipment while securely managing the retiring IT assets of organizations and individuals across Canada. We believe that reuse before recycling is critical in managing the waste created by computer hardware, and by offering industry leading data destruction for all equipment we receive, we have securely repurposed hundreds of tons of equipment. Because not everything ERA receives can be reasonably repurposed, we have partnered with certified recycling organizations to process equipment that has reached the end of its productive life.
Get involved with the Electronic Recycling Association and help work towards a future without e-waste. Invite the ERA to your community cleanup, host an e-waste fundraiser, spend some time volunteering at the ERA, or initiate an e-waste collection at your business.
Consider dropping off your pre-loved electronics to ERA and we will work to donate them to those who need them most!