Oct 9 ā¢ Prevention Tips & Education
Scams change with the seasons, so be prepared š
Scammers never stop inventing new and sneaky ways to rip you off. Thatās why knowing what to look out for and what to do if something doesnāt feel right is so important. Hereās how to protect yourself from three common scams.
Investment scam š¤
Someone tries to lure you into an investment opportunity through a website or social media, promising huge returns and little to no risk. They pressure you to invest quickly in stocks, real estate or cryptocurrency, only to take your money and run.
Tips: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Question any investment opportunity offering big returns from websites or people you donāt know or trust. Be extra careful if the investment involves cryptocurrency.
Charity scam š
You receive a call or are approached on the street by someone pretending to represent a real charity and asking for donations. They may pressure you to donate on the spot, or share a story to tug on your heartstrings ā and your wallet.
Tips: If youāre feeling pressured to donate immediately, hang up or walk away. If you want to donate later, research the charity, verify their contact information, and use a charity evaluation website to check their trustworthiness.
Delivery scam š
You get an urgent text message or email about a package, and it says you have to update your delivery information or pay a fee for undelivered items or āpriority serviceā. The scammer might appear to be from Canada Post or another courier, but they actually want to steal your money and/or personal information.
Tips: Donāt click any links in an unsolicited text message or email. If youāre expecting a delivery, use the official website of the courier to track your package.
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