Online scams
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B.C. man has identity stolen in ransomware attack, stolen ID resurfaces in fake adsAccording to police, a Burnaby, B.C., man's stolen identity has been used to create fake driver’s licences, a fake passport and numerous fake rental ads.CrimeAug 3
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Albertans falling victim to ‘unprecedented surge’ of online scams, including pet scamsA growing number of Albertans are falling victim and losing thousands of dollars to online scams, including the fake free puppy scam.ConsumerJun 15
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Albertans increasingly falling victim to social media fraud and hacks: BBBThe Better Business Bureau says Albertans are becoming increasingly victimized by online fraud, but there are ways you can protect yourself from getting hacked.ConsumerFeb 8
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Buyers beware the 12 ‘Scams of Christmas’, warns B.C.’s Better Business BureauRequests for payment by wire or e-transfer, through third parties or using prepaid debit or gift cards should be treated as a "red flag," warned the Better Business Bureau.ConsumerDec 13, 2021
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RCMP issue warning following spike in social media scamsAccording to police, one scam has fraudsters trying to contact their victims through a fake Facebook profile, pretending to be a relative.CrimeMar 12, 2021
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Pet scams among the most prevalent in the Okanagan in 2020This week, the Better Business Bureau released its "2020 Top Scams" list and said many of the scams were fueled by the pandemic.ConsumerMar 5, 2021
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Calgary police investigate alleged ‘sea can scam’ involving local businessCalgary police are investigating a popular scam that has been spreading across North America, and has allegedly arrived in Alberta's largest city.ConsumerJan 21, 2021
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Police in B.C.’s Southern Interior issue warning of sextortion scamsPolice said as the online romantic relationship grows, the unsuspecting victim is encouraged to send explicit photographs or video of themselves.CrimeJan 21, 2021
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Recent rental scams in Saskatoon are reminder to think twice when shopping online: policeThe Saskatoon Police Services is urging people browsing buy, sell and rent websites to err on the side of caution after an increase of online scams and fraud.CrimeNov 30, 2020
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Virtual vehicle vendor scam fuelled by COVID-19 pandemic, warn Better Business BureauThe best way for consumers to protect themselves is to inspect the vehicle in person before handing over any money, says the Better Business Bureau.ConsumerSep 28, 2020
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