March Is Fraud Prevention Month in Alberta — March 2026
March 2026 marks the 22nd anniversary of Fraud Prevention Month in Canada. Across Alberta, law enforcement, consumer protection agencies, nonprofits, and community partners are working together to help individuals and businesses recognize, reject, report, and prevent fraud.
The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is proud to support Fraud Prevention Month by helping Albertans protect their personal and business data through secure electronics recycling and certified data destruction. Old computers, hard drives, phones, and tablets often contain sensitive information. If not properly wiped or destroyed, these devices can expose individuals and organizations to identity theft, financial fraud, and data breaches. ERA helps reduce this risk by offering professional data wiping, hard drive shredding, and secure electronics recycling services across Alberta.
What Is Fraud Prevention Month?
Fraud Prevention Month is an annual public awareness campaign coordinated in Alberta by a coalition of police services, consumer protection agencies, community organizations, and provincial partners. Weekly themes throughout March highlight emerging fraud risks and provide practical education to help Albertans stay safe.
2026 Weekly Fraud Prevention Themes
March 1–7: AI Scams
March 8–14: Investment Scams
March 15–21: Online Scams and Fraud
March 22–28: Mass Marketing and Phone Scams
March 29–31: Relationship Scams
Alberta Organizations and Partners Helping Spread the Message
Fraud Prevention Month in Alberta is supported by a wide network of partners, including:
- Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (Calgary Chapter)
- BBB Alberta and East Kootenay
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
- The Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council
- Alberta Securities Commission
- Edmonton Police Service – Fraud Section
- Electronic Recycling Association
- Unison Alberta
- Lethbridge Police Service
- Calgary Crime Stoppers
These partners contribute expertise in fraud investigation, consumer protection, investor education, community outreach, and public safety.
ERA’s Role in Fraud Prevention
ERA works alongside Alberta partners to reduce fraud risks at the source by ensuring sensitive data is securely wiped or destroyed before electronics are reused or recycled. Secure IT asset disposition helps prevent identity theft and corporate data leaks while supporting environmental sustainability and community programs through reuse before recycle.
Take Action
Before recycling electronics, ensure your data is professionally wiped or destroyed.
If you suspect fraud, report it to your local police service and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
Learn more about ERA’s secure electronics recycling and data protection services and upcoming Fraud prevention events at www.era.ca.