Fraudsters are using SIM swapping and phone number porting to gain access to your email, social media and financial accounts.

The Canadian Anti-Fraud Center has received reports of a new variation of this scam where fraudsters say that your Social Insurance Number (SIN) has been blocked, compromised or suspended.

CALGARY – In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on June 15, 2025, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) is encouraging Canadians to connect with older ad

Cyber Security Awareness Month is an internationally recognized campaign held each October to inform the public of the importance of cyber security.

Phone Verification Authentication or PVA is a tool used by online account providers (ie. social networks, classifieds websites, etc.).

The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) is seeing an increase in reporting where fraudsters are using deepfake technology.

Grant scams are offers of guaranteed free money. Yet, fraudsters will collect personal and financial information, upfront fees, and leave consumers with empty promises.

News Release from the Competition Bureau

CNP Fraud is the unauthorized and/or fraudulent gathering, trade and use of payment data (card numbers, expiry dates and passwords).

From: Financial Consumer Agency of Canada