Online scams

• 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
  
• 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
  
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• Albertans increasingly falling victim to social media fraud and hacks: BBB

  The Better Business Bureau says Albertans are becoming increasingly victimized by online fraud, but there are ways you can protect yourself from getting hacked.

  Consumer

  Feb 8
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• Buyers beware the 12 ‘Scams of Christmas’, warns B.C.’s Better Business Bureau

  Requests 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.

  Consumer

  Dec 13, 2021
• RCMP issue warning following spike in social media scams

  According to police, one scam has fraudsters trying to contact their victims through a fake Facebook profile, pretending to be a relative.

  Crime

  Mar 12, 2021
• Pet scams among the most prevalent in the Okanagan in 2020

  This week, the Better Business Bureau released its "2020 Top Scams" list and said many of the scams were fueled by the pandemic.

  Consumer

  Mar 5, 2021
• Calgary police investigate alleged ‘sea can scam’ involving local business

  Calgary police are investigating a popular scam that has been spreading across North America, and has allegedly arrived in Alberta's largest city.

  Consumer

  Jan 21, 2021
• Police in B.C.’s Southern Interior issue warning of sextortion scams

  Police said as the online romantic relationship grows, the unsuspecting victim is encouraged to send explicit photographs or video of themselves.

  Crime

  Jan 21, 2021
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• Recent rental scams in Saskatoon are reminder to think twice when shopping online: police

  The 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.

  Crime

  Nov 30, 2020
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• Virtual vehicle vendor scam fuelled by COVID-19 pandemic, warn Better Business Bureau

  The best way for consumers to protect themselves is to inspect the vehicle in person before handing over any money, says the Better Business Bureau.

  Consumer

  Sep 28, 2020