Job Scams
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Job scams skyrocket in 2023, targeting vulnerable employment seekersA Calgary job seeker is warning others after being bombarded with fake, often unsolicited job offers as job scams soar across Canada.ConsumerDec 12, 2023
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Job scams are on the rise in Canada. How to protect yourselfThe Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre is warning people of an increase in job opportunity fraud that could take advantage of those looking for work.CanadaAug 29, 2023
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From vaccines to puppies: Don’t fall for these pandemic scamsCanadians should not be fearful of asking questions when they suspect a scam, a financial investment expert says.LifestyleMar 10, 2021
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Scammers target online job seekers during COVID-19 pandemicThe Better Business Bureau Serving Southern Alberta and East Kootenay told Global News it has seen an increased number of calls during the COVID-19 pandemic inquiring about phony job offers.CrimeJun 9, 2020
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Home improvement scams top B.C. Better Business Bureau’s list amid COVID-19The organization says Canadians reported losses of more than $50,000 to this particular scam between March 1 and May 31.ConsumerJun 3, 2020
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Atlantic Better Business Bureau warns about bogus work-at-home job offersHALIFAX – The Better Business Bureau in Atlantic Canada is warning people about work-at-home job offers that seem too good to be true. The bureau says it launched an investigation after receiving inquiries from people in several provinces who were offered a high-wage job without an interview. The bureau says it found seven companies offering...Jun 11, 2015