Fraud Prevention and Reporting

Stay Up to Date on Frauds

For the latest frauds, visit the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm

Fraud Reporting

Report fraud to the RCMP AND the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or through https://reportcyberandfraud.canada.ca. NOTE: You have the option to report anonymously if you wish.

Common red flags to watch out for (by phone or email contact):

• Pressure to act quickly or make an immediate decision 
• Threats (arrest, fines, legal action, account closure)
• Being asked to provide or share personal information (name, address, birthdate, SIN, credit card or banking information, password, PIN or verification code)
• Being asked to pay for anything using gift cards, cryptocurrency or wire transfers. 
• Contacted unexpectedly (contacted out of the blue by someone claiming to be from a trusted organization)

Tips:

• Contact the person or organization using a phone number or website you find independently
• Scammers rely on getting you to react before you have time to think or verify. Never let anyone rush you into making a decision
• Caller ID can be spoofed. Never rely on caller ID alone. Hang up and contact the organization directly using a verified phone number.
• Scammers don't always look or sound like scammers. They can be convincing, professional, friendly and claim to be from a trusted organization (by phone or email)
• Scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Spelling mistakes, poor grammar and suspicious-looking emails are no longer reliable indicators. A scam can look completely legitimate. If any of the five red flags above apply: STOP & VERIFY
• Tell family, friends, neighbours and co-workers about your experience. You may prevent someone else from becoming a victim