About the Program

Country Road Computers is pleased to announce a program to put older, but still useful computers into the hands of Wheatland County (and our extended service area) residents who are unable to afford a computer.  We are accepting donated computers, refurbishing them as required and offering them free to eligible residents.  Each computer will be cleaned/data-wiped, refurbished and loaded with operating system, anti-virus and office suite (Word processor, spreadsheet, and more) software.

How to Apply For a Free Computer

We will be assessing the needs of applicants on a first-come-first-serve basis and will form a waiting list if computer systems are not available.  If you have a need for a computer and meet the minimum requirements:

Program Minimum Requirements

All Participants must:

  • Live in Wheatland County or in the extended service area of Country Road Computer Services (Includes Bassano and Arrowwood)
  • Have your own phone number
  • Fall within the low-income bracket
  • Have a valid photo ID
  • Have proof of your current address
  • Have NOT received a computer through this program previously.

** No warranty or support is provided for computers offered through this program. **

Please apply via one of these methods: (or if you know someone who needs a computer, have them apply):

Download the PDF, fill it out and deliver or mail to our shop:

Shop Address:

Country Road Computer Services, 223035 Twp Rd. 234  (Click here for our location map)

Mailing Address:

CRCS Free Computer Program
223035 Twp Rd. 234
Wheatland County, AB
T1P 2G6

Or Submit your application in the form below

Applicants will be contacted once their application is reviewed.

Can I Donate My Old Computer?

Yes please, absolutely!  We are looking for computers with the following basic specifications:

  • Laptops or Desktop computers
  • Computer originally came with Windows 7 or newer operating system
  • Include a working keyboard and mouse if possible (For desktop computers)

Please drop off your old computer at our shop or at our partner, the Assist Business Centre in Strathmore (We may also be able to arrange for pickup–please call us at (403) 901-3487) our address is: 223035 Twp Rd. 234  (Click here for our location map)

We will wipe the harddrive, test all aspects, make practical repairs and install fresh software prior to giving it to its new owner.

Thank you for your support!

More Information

If you would like more information, please contact us at (403) 901-3487 or by email at needcomputer@countryroadcomputer.ca or via our contact form

Application Form

NOTE: All information pertaining to this form will be kept confidential






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    Why Are We Doing This?

    There are many people who are struggling in our society and the last thing on their list of purchases is a new computer.   Likewise, there are many old computers that still have plenty of service life to offer doing basic tasks–word processing, web surfing, email, etc.   Computers are such a fundamental part of day-to-day living that to be without one means isolation from opportunities (Like job postings, learning resources, e-communications, etc.).

    Therefore, we aim to extend the usefulness of these older computers to benefit those who cannot afford a new machine–It’s a win-win for our society and for our environment.

    p.s. Our program is modeled on the CLIC (Computers for Low Income Calgarians) program created by the Calgary Drop-in Center. Much of our program design is based on their information and we wish to extend our thanks to them.