Montreal – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) is warning the public about false documentation circulating via email that uses CSA branding and names of CSA executives as

The recovery pitch scam, more commonly known as the double dip scam, involves a consumer or investor that has previously lost money in a fraudulent situation.

Don’t Get Scrooged Shopping Online

Consumers need to be vigilant when shopping online. Fraudsters easily create websites that share the look and feel of legitimate manufacturers.

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.

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.).

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).