ERA & Realstar to launch a Residential E-Waste Collection at over 150 properties across Canada 

The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) has partnered with Realstar to launch a Residential E-Waste Collection initiative at over 150 properties across Canada. 

Residents of Realstar are invited to drop off their unwanted electronics in designated bins within their apartment buildings. All reusable equipment will either be refurbished to support ERA’s Canada-wide computer donation programs, or passed on to ERA’s accredited recycling partners for responsible final processing.

Electronic waste has been a focus of the Canadian government for almost 19 years. It is recognized as a major source of pollution, and can often have toxic components. As Canadians continue to buy more electronic devices, e-waste accumulates. In 2010, around 224,000 tonnes of e-waste was created in Canada.

A majority of households have old electronics kicking around.  The ERA & Realstar E-Waste Collection initiative is a joint effort to address the growing e-waste problem we are facing in Canada and create awareness around the matter. 

Our partnership will kick off in April in honour of Earth Month and will continue throughout year as we celebrate and honour days like Environment Day, Ozone Day, & Waste Reduction week. 

About the Electronic Recycling Association

Established in 2004, ERA is a non-profit organization committed to reducing the environmental impact of improperly discarded toxic electronic waste by offering accessible services to help corporations and individuals manage their retiring IT assets. ERA offers industry leading data erasure services, prompt and professional corporate pickup services and detailed reporting. With reuse being ERA’s top priority, every item that is received is examined for any remaining productive life and, if possible, refurbished for reuse. True end of life items are transferred to accredited recyclers where a nil landfill contribution can be assured. ERA is committed to supporting local charities and individuals in need through their comprehensive, Canada-wide technology donation program.

About Realstar

For over 45 years, Realstar has managed apartments across the country with a mission to set and maintain the highest standards in Canadian rental housing. They treat their properties the way their residents would want them to treat their homes – with a focus on long-term quality of living, high standards of maintenance, and a strong sense of community. Realstar believes that by prioritizing the things that matter to their residents, they will ensure the operational and financial sustainability of their properties for years to come.