Province-wide Events Highlight the Importance of Fraud Prevention

The Alberta Community Crime Prevention Association (ACCPA), is pleased to host fraud prevention initiatives throughout Alberta this March. In an effort to inform people about the importance of protecting privacy and taking responsibility for their ‘digital footprint’ (i.e., the traces of information we leave behind through our emails, online activities, etc.), ACCPA is excited to organize a campaign related to password safety. Please follow the month’s activities @ABfraud2014

Fraud Prevention Month will kick-off on Friday, February 28, at 10:00 a.m., with an online event titled “Change Your Password Day.” Then during each week in March, key messages associated to password safety on mobile devices, at home and with youth, will be disseminated through social and traditional media. The month will culminate with an event highlighting the importance of the secure disposal of data and electronic devices. Law enforcement and several government, professional and community organizations, will head up this year’s Fraud Prevention Month.

For more information please contact:

Kathy Macdonald, Communications Director (Volunteer)

ACCPA @ABcrimeprevent

587-896-2801 @kathy1macdonald