We've recently updated our Fraud Alerts & Awareness page to reflect the latest scams targeting Canadians in 2025. 

This includes new trends identified by the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, along with tips to help you recognize and avoid common fraud tactics. Staying informed is your best defense - review the updated content to better protect yourself, your family, and your finances. 

Top 10 Scams - Avoid Victimization

   1. Investment Scams 

       These scams involve fraudsters offering fake investment opportunities, often promising high returns with little risk. 

       Victims may be lured into investing in non-existent or worthless ventures. 

   2. Romance Scams

       Scammers build fake online relationships to gain victims' trust and then exploit them financially, often under the guise of a personal emergency or

       travel expenses. 

   3. Spear Phishing

       Targeted emails or messages appear to come from trusted sources, tricking individuals into revealing sensitive information or clicking on malicious links. 

   4. Service Scams

       Fraudsters pose as legitimate service providers, offering services like tech support or home repairs, and the charge exorbitant fees or steal personal information. 

   5. Extortion Scams

       Victims receive threats, often claiming that compromising information will be released unless a ransom is paid, typically in untraceable forms like cryptocurrency. 

   6. Merchandise Scams

       Scammers sell counterfeit or non-existent products online. Victims pay for goods that never arrive or are of substandard quality. 

   7. Job Scams

       Fake job postings or offers are used to collect personal information or upfront fees from job seekers, with no actual employment opportunity. 

   8. Identity Theft

       Personal information is stolen and used to commit fraud, such as opening credit accounts or making unauthorized purchases to the victim's name. 

   9. Emergency Scams

       Scammers impersonate a relative or friend in distress, claiming they need immediate financial help due to an emergency situation.

   10. Prize Scams 

       Victims are told they've won a prize but must pay fees or taxes upfront to claim it. 

       In reality, there is no prize, and the fees go directly to the scammer. 

Scams and Fraud - Government of Canada - Canada.ca

If you suspect you've been targeted by a scam, report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre:

antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca.canada.ca

Stay informed and vigilant to protect yourself and your loved ones from fraud.