Scams

• OPP warns public of online extortion scam in Prince Edward County

  The Prince Edward County OPP is alerting residents to a recent wave of online extortion scams demanding cryptocurrency payments.

  Crime

  Nov 19
  
• How to protect yourself from scams

  Whether it's romance scams or job scams, cybersecurity experts provide tips on how you can avoid falling pry to scammers.

  Lifestyle

  Oct 19
  
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• New extortion scam preys on people’s ‘psyche’ by using home photos, names

  Police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre have received more than 400 reports in the past week of scam emails attempting to extort money from individuals.

  Crime

  Sep 27
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• Taxi scams are ‘very prevalent’ in Canada. Here’s how to spot them

  The Canadian Taxi Association is warning customers about scams involving fake roof signs that have recently been reported in several cities.

  Canada

  Aug 14
• ‘You want to help’: Social media scam plays on emotions, U of M expert says

  The latest online scam, according to a cybersecurity expert: posts appearing to spread the word about a missing child that are later manipulated into attempts to get your cash.

  Crime

  Jul 17
• Scam caller posing as Sask. RCMP requesting gift cards: Craik RCMP

  An email release from Craik RCMP said the call appeared to come from RCMP Headquarters beginning with the area code 613. 

  Canada

  May 16
• School zone speeding ticket scam circulating Saskatoon: police

  According to police, the scam sends a text message to people saying their vehicle was caught speeding in a school zone and to click a link so they don't need to attend court.

  Canada

  May 13
• Tax season, scam season: Don’t get fooled before deadline

  The Canada Revenue Agency says tax scams are as prevalent as ever at this time of year, and they're getting more complex and sophisticated. 

  Money

  Apr 29
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• City, Calgary Parking issue warning about text message scam

  The City of Calgary and Calgary Parking are warning residents to interact with scam text messages asking for parking ticket payments.

  Canada

  Apr 9
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• Money Tips Monday: Protecting yourself against scams, frauds

  'If you suspect that you are being scammed, hang up, wait 10 minutes and call your local police service,' the RCMP said.

  Money

  Mar 26