Online Scams

• Job scams are on the rise in Canada. How to protect yourself

  The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre is warning people of an increase in job opportunity fraud that could take advantage of those looking for work.

  Canada

  Aug 29
  
• Saskatoon morning news rewind: Monday, March 6

  Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Monday, March 6.

  Mar 6
  
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• Saskatchewan RCMP receive multiple reports of sexting scams involving teenage boys

  The Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation Unit and Maidstone RCMP have issued warnings after receiving dozens of reports of 'sextortion' incidents involving children.

  Crime

  Jan 4
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• Boxing Day sales present threat of online scams to Canadians, study suggests

  Some people do prefer the convenience of online shopping but security experts fear consumers aren't vigilant as scammers are watching, especially this time of year.

  Consumer

  Dec 27, 2022
• How to not get Scrooged by holiday scammers

  The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre said $21.1 million in losses was reported in 2021 relating to frauds associated to buying or selling goods or services online.

  Tech

  Dec 12, 2022
• Shopping online for Black Friday? Be wary of cyber threats, federal partners warn

  Something to keep in mind while online shopping: the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre says 'COVID-19 has created an environment that is ripe for fraud and online criminal activity.'

  Canada

  Nov 24, 2022
• ‘Virtual kidnapping’ scam prompts warning from North Vancouver RCMP

  Police said software was used to make call look like it came from the victim's wife's phone and a woman could be heard pretending to be his wife in the background.

  Crime

  Nov 23, 2022
• Scammers step up game with ‘impersonation’ fraud targeting businesses

  A Calgary businessman is warning others after he fell victim to a text scam involving someone pretending to be his boss.

  Consumer

  Oct 25, 2022
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• B.C. man has identity stolen in ransomware attack, stolen ID resurfaces in fake ads

  According 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.

  Crime

  Aug 3, 2022
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• Albertans falling victim to ‘unprecedented surge’ of online scams, including pet scams

  A growing number of Albertans are falling victim and losing thousands of dollars to online scams, including the fake free puppy scam.

  Consumer

  Jun 15, 2022