The Computer Recycling Society of Alberta

(C.R.S.) is a non-profit society focused on diverting computers

from the landfill. 

• where computers become obsolete in as little as 2 years, a problem has arisen regarding the disposal of these machines.

• The landfills are becoming overwhelmed with computer components and are starting to either turn people away or charge a fee for disposal of these materials.

 In today’s fast-growing technology industry,

In addition to providing an alternate destination,…

…our commitment is to the recycling and reuse of these materials.

• Our mission is to promote computer literacy.

• Following is an example of the process involved when a computer is donated:

When a computer is donated to our society,…

…it is determined whether the system and its parts are to be refurbished or recycled.

• Refurbished machines are, first and foremost, forwarded on to other non-profits and charitable organizations who can distribute them to people who can use them.

Computer systems and components…

…that are obsolete or non-functional are sent to recycling companies according to the type of materials they specialize in.

• Volunteers are a big part of the refurbishing process.

• Their skills, interest and eagerness to help and learn, enable us to produce refurbished machines in a timely and efficient manner.

We are a member of Volunteer Calgary…

…and have great pride in our volunteers and are always encouraging new people to come join our team.

In our constant effort…

…to help promote a computer literate society,

• our organization has taken steps to help in teaching basic computer skills to people who have little to no experience with a computer.

• We offer basic training sessions to interested parties, which are usually headed up by our most skilled volunteers.

To be involved in our project

• by donating, volunteering,

• or by simply referring someone to us,

• we may be contacted either by email or at the telephone number below.

Let’s help to preserve our environment…

…by getting these materials out of the landfills.

• Thank you for taking the time to read this message and we look forward to being in contact with you in the near future.