News Summary
Novi is hosting the Shred and Protect event on April 22, 2025, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Corrigan. Residents can shred personal documents and dispose of e-waste responsibly, all while celebrating Earth Day. Bring your paper and electronics to help protect your identity and the environment!
Get Ready, Novi! It’s Time for ‘Shred and Protect’ on Earth Day!
Hey there, Novi! If you’ve been looking for a chance to do a little spring cleaning while also doing your part for the environment, then mark your calendars for an exciting event coming up soon! The city is hosting the popular Shred and Protect event on April 22, 2025, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. This environmentally-minded initiative is a great way for residents to take charge of their personal documents and e-waste, all while celebrating Earth Day.
Where’s It Happening?
This event will take place at Corrigan, located at 45200 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48375. So grab your friends, load up your cars, and head over there to participate in this fun and eco-friendly gathering!
What Can You Expect?
The Shred and Protect event focuses primarily on two crucial areas: personal identity protection and environmental preservation. With identity theft being an ever-growing concern, having a way to securely dispose of sensitive documents is vital. You can bring up to 300 pounds of paper documents per vehicle for shredding. That’s about 8-10 small copy paper boxes—plenty of room to clear out that old filing cabinet!
What can be shredded, you ask? Well, you can bring along paper materials that have staples, paper clips, or rubber bands. But remember, only paper will be accepted for shredding! No binders, garbage bags, or those pesky plastic bags should accompany your paper materials.
How Does It Work?
Once you arrive, the friendly Corrigan staff will help you unload your vehicle quickly and securely. With their NAID certified and HIPAA compliant procedures, you can rest assured that your sensitive documents are in excellent hands. The shredding process happens right before your eyes, and every shredder is monitored 24/7, complete with annual inspections and staff background checks.
But wait, there’s more! What happens to all that shredded paper? Well, it gets recycled into products like paper towels and toilet paper, contributing to a sustainable recycling cycle that benefits everyone. How cool is that?
Don’t Forget Your E-Waste!
So what can you bring? Think of all those gadgets that have collected dust: computers, laptops, monitors, printers, gaming devices, mobile devices, and telecommunication equipment are all on the list. Just like paper, it’s essential to handle electronic waste responsibly, and Human-I-T ensures that all items are properly sanitized and destroyed according to the best standards.
Giving Back to the Community
Some of the items collected that are still usable will find new life through refurbishing. Not only does this help reduce waste, but it also supports the community. Human-I-T also operates a Digital Empowerment Center on 7 Mile, which provides Detroit residents access to low-cost technology and free tech support. This way, your old gadgets don’t just vanish into thin air; they can help someone in need!
Every Day Can Be Earth Day!
The Shred and Protect event is more than just a day for physical decluttering; it’s a reminder that every day can be Earth Day. So let’s embrace the opportunity to protect our identities and our planet. Spread the word and bring the family along—this is a day our community can take pride in! See you on April 22!
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Additional Resources
- ClickOnDetroit: Protect Your Identity and the Environment
- MLive: Shred Your Political Junk Mail for Discounts
- Wikipedia: Electronic Waste
- Google Search: Identity Theft Protection
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Recycling
