Holiday Scams

• Better Business Bureau in B.C. warns of new barcode sticker gift card scam

  The scheme could see the barcode for a $100 liquor store gift card placed on top of a $100 PlayStation Store gift card, for example, the Better Business Bureau said.

  Consumer

  Dec 13, 2022
  
• ‘Tis the season of scamming, experts say

  "This is the holiday season and hackers and fraudsters are hard at work trying to scam individuals to essentially click on stuff and get your hard-earned money," one expert said.

  Consumer

  Dec 4, 2022
  
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• Who’s on the ‘naughty’ list? BBB releases top holiday scams of 2021

  The Better Business Bureau is out with its top 12 scams of Christmas and warning consumers to not part with the money too easily.

  Consumer

  Dec 8, 2021
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• Beware of Amazon impersonators this Black Friday, warns Better Business Bureau

  The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre recommends consumers hang up the phone if they receive an unsolicited call, avoid clicking on links sent via email, and not respond to text messages.

  Consumer

  Nov 26, 2021
• From online dating to fake grandchildren: scam artists get crafty during the holidays

  Police are warning the public to be particularly vigilant during the holiday season because scam artists tend to prey on people during a time of year where emotions can run high.

  Consumer

  Dec 14, 2018
• ‘Tis the season for thefts and scams: Peterborough police urge residents to be vigilant

  A Peterborough woman reported suspicious Christmas carollers to police.

  Crime

  Dec 6, 2018
• ‘Secret sister’ gift exchange on Facebook likely to leave you empty handed

  The "secret sister" gift exchange is making its rounds on Facebook and is against the law.

  Canada

  Dec 13, 2017
• 12 scams of Christmas: BBB outlines the season’s naughty schemes

  From malware e-cards and stolen gift cards to romance and puppy scams, the Better Business Bureau has released its top 12 Christmas scams list.

  Canada

  Dec 12, 2016