Charity Scam

• Community rallies with donations after 3D-printing scam targets Esquimalt Ribfest

  Police said at the end of the event, held in the 1100 block of Lyall Street from Sept. 5 to 7, they received a report about the use of counterfeit tokens to purchase drinks.

  Crime

  Sep 18, 2025
  
• B.C. animal charity warns others after being victimized by sophisticated scam

  The Regional Animal Protection Society said it received a message that they were getting a large donation of $95,000 from someone's estate. 

  Crime

  Jul 22, 2025
  
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• Saskatoon police clarify statement on possible door-to-door charity scam

  Saskatoon police says it regrets any confusion surrounding HopeCo, which police said is a licensed business able to conduct door-to-door solicitation.

  Canada

  Aug 26, 2021
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• Saskatoon police warn of door-to-door charity scam

  Saskatoon police said they have received reports of people representing an organization called HopeCo claiming to collect money for charity.

  Canada

  Aug 24, 2021
• Beware of Hurricane Florence charity scams, officials warn

  The police department tweeted out a link to a government page that has tips on how to avoid scammers.

  Consumer

  Sep 14, 2018
• Holiday frenzy distracts people from fraudsters

  Many people get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season making them vulnerable targets for fraudsters.

  Consumer

  Dec 16, 2014
• Charges laid in scheme using Edmonton women’s shelter

  A 38-year-old woman is facing a long list of charges after Edmonton police found her going door-to-door, allegedly asking for money for WIN House.

  Crime

  Dec 9, 2014