Local police, CAFC to focus on impersonation fraud for Fraud Prevention Month

Local police, CAFC to focus on impersonation fraud for Fraud Prevention Month

The month of March marks Fraud Prevention month across the country, an annual campaign to prevent Canadians from becoming fraud victims.

Fraud Prevention Month: Let’s Fight Fraud Together - Canadian Telecommunications Association

March 3, 2025 We’ve all been there. A text from the “CRA” or our “bank” letting us know about a refund. An email from a “colleague”, in trouble and asking for help. A deal on a website or social media platform that’s just too incredible to believe but also too enticing not to explore. March is Fraud Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about fraud and cyber threats, and to equip Canadians with the tools to stay safe. Fraudsters are consta…

More and more criminals try with a special scam to get their victims on the phone to get their money. A secret password can help to expose fraudsters. What you should pay attention to. read more on t3n.de

Collaborating for safety: Alberta’s Fraud Prevention Month

March is Fraud Prevention Month in Alberta, and we are excited to partner with various organizations across the province to increase awareness and educate the public on recognizing, reporting and protecting themselves against fraud.In 2024, the Calgary Police Service received 9,815 fraud-related calls for service. Among these, 6,787 incidents id...

Resident earns Chief’s Commendation for foiling fraud attempt

Belleville police have given a Chief’s Commendation to a resident after he helped prevent an elderly man from being scammed at a Bitcoin machine. John Duncan accepted the award during a brief ceremony, as part of Thursday’s Police Services Board meeting.  Chief Murray Rodd and Deputy Chief Sheri Meeks presented the award, in recognition of his vigilance and commitment to the well-being of others in the community. After the ceremony, Duncan said …

March is Fraud Prevention Month: RNC Warns of Rising Scams

March is fraud prevention month, a time when organizations promote how to identify and prevent fraud. RNC Cons...