How do the AMA Shredding events work?

These "drive-thru, drop-off" Shredding events are by appointment only, with half-hour windows available for advance booking (sorry, no walk-ups.) This allows us to control volume and maximize safety. Our staff will remove the boxes or bags from your trunk, so please ensure they're accessible and not too heavy; if you struggle to lift them, chances are our volunteers will too.

Who can I contact with questions about AMA Shredding events?

Still have questions? We’ve got your back. Shoot us an email or reach out on our Facebook or X (formerly Twitter) channels and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Why can I only bring four bags/boxes?

Shredding trucks have limited capacity, so we’ve put a limit on individual entitlements to ensure as many members as possible can take advantage of this free service. We encourage you to prioritize the safe disposal of sensitive materials that contain your personal information, and to consider recycling things that don’t pose an identity theft risk. We’ve got tips here .

Can I bring mixed media to the Shredding events?

Please note that we are no longer collecting mixed media, like hard drives and DVDs, at our Shredding events. This will allow for a larger number of members to attend the events.

How are AMA Shredding Events connected to local food banks?

At every signature AMA event, including Shredding, we encourage donations to AMA’s Fill Our Fleet in support of community food banks. Monetary donations can be made in advance at FillOurFleet.ca . Monetary and non-perishable donations will be accepted at the event. Place the food in your trunk with your shredding materials.

What should I bring to an AMA Shredding event?

We invite you to bring up to four banker's boxes (around 10"H x 12"W x 15"D) or grocery bags of personal paper documents for disposal (photos and staples are OK, too, but no commercial shredding materials please). And since this is a member-exclusive event, don't forget your AMA membership card and appointment confirmation to show through your driver's side window. Be sure to exclude non-paper items, heavy cardboard, and binders or scribblers with coils, as these things can seriously damage shredding machines.

How long will the AMA Shredding events take?

While we expect to have everyone in and out quickly, please plan for 30 minutes on-site as a precaution. We also ask that you be a good neighbour by avoiding blocking intersections and bus stops. To manage traffic queues and limit wait times, please arrive during your half-hour appointment window.

What kind of documents should I destroy?

Anything that lists personally identifiable information, such as credit card numbers, financial accounts, maiden names and social insurance numbers should always be disposed of in a secure way. If you’re not sure, best to err on the side of caution. Learn more about what to shred .

What is identity theft?

Identity theft is acquiring someone’s personal information for criminal purposes. Learn more about how to protect yourself from fraud .

AMA Shredding Events

Shred Your Risk of Identity Theft

When we say we protect the things that matter most, that includes your good name. Guard against identity theft at free, member-exclusive Shredding events across the province.

Our 2025 Shredding Events are now concluded - watch this space in early March 2026 for our next series of events.

Protecting Your Identity

Gone are the days of tossing our personal documents into the recycling bins ripe for the picking by fraudsters. We help you safely dispose of up to four boxes or bags of personal documents.

Rewarding Your Loyalty

Shredding events are a free perk of the club, exclusive to AMA members like you. It’s our way of saying thanks, while helping stop identity fraud in its tracks.

Supporting Your Community

While you’re helping protect your identity, you can help put food on empty tables too! Every Shredding event includes the opportunity to donate to local food banks.

Help Fill Our Fleet for Community Food Banks

While Shredding events are free for members, we encourage donations in support of community food banks. We are accepting monetary and non-perishable food donations. Place the food in your trunk and we can collect it for you.

Learn More About Fill Our Fleet

Shredding FAQs

Prevent an Identity Crisis

What to Shred

In fraud prevention, knowing what to shred is half the battle. Find out which personal documents you should dispose of, and which ones you should keep (and for how long).

Get Document Shredding Tips

Victims of Identity Fraud

Sometimes, despite taking all the right precautions, the bad guys get the upper hand. If you think your personal information has been compromised, it’s important to act quickly.

Next Steps for Fraud Victims

Secure Document Disposal

Your information needs protection, and our Secure Document Disposal envelopes are their superhero costume. Between Shredding events, this is the easiest way to safely dispose of sensitive documents.

How to Use Secure Document Disposal

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