Fraud awareness guides
Know the signs. Then build the plan.
These short guides explain how the scams targeting Canadian families work and what to watch for. They are a starting point. Knowing the signs is not the same as having a household plan that holds up when a convincing caller is on the line.
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Guides
Protecting an Older Parent From Fraud in Canada
Why warnings are not enough, and what a family plan for a parent needs to cover.
About 5 minutes
Grandparent and Family-Emergency Scams in Canada
How urgent family stories use fear and secrecy, and the signs that mean stop.
About 4 minutes
Fake Bank, CRA and Police Calls in Canada
How spoofed caller ID and fake investigations are used to get money or account access.
About 4 minutes
Romance Scams and Financial Fraud in Canada
How emotional trust is built and then turned toward money, cryptocurrency or secrecy.
About 5 minutes
Investment and Cryptocurrency Fraud in Canada
How fake platforms, displayed profits and recovery promises make a false investment look real.
About 4 minutes
What to Do After Suspected Fraud in Canada
Immediate steps to stop further harm, secure what was exposed and report it.
About 4 minutes
Awareness is not a plan
These guides help you recognize a scam. They are not a plan.
A plan is specific to your household: who gets called, how a story is checked, and what never happens over the phone. That is why it is built with you rather than published.
Put your family’s plan in place