Fraud

Common tourist scams and how to avoid them

Scott Stelmaschuk — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Whether you're escaping the Canadian winter, exploring a new country or taking a weekend trip closer to home, travelling can be an exciting way to experience new places and cultures. Unfortunately, travellers can also be attractive targets for fraudsters and thieves. When you're unfamiliar with your surroundings, distracted by sightseeing or dealing with unfamiliar currencies and payment systems, it can be easier for someone to take advantage of you.

How to spot a fraudulent cheque and avoid scams

Scott Stelmaschuk — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:53:31 GMT

Cheque fraud continues to be one of the most common financial scams in Canada. While many people use cheques less frequently today, fraudsters still rely on counterfeit, altered, and fake cheques to steal money and personal information. Whether you're depositing a cheque through mobile banking or receiving one from someone you don't know, knowing the warning signs can help protect you from financial loss. Here's some tips on how to recognize a fraudulent cheque—and what to do if you receive one.

How to protect your bank account from fraud before it happens

Matt Lukas — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:45:00 GMT

Fraud prevention doesn't have to be complicated. A few simple habits can help protect your bank account, personal information and online banking access—even when there are no obvious warning signs. Fraudsters don't always make themselves easy to spot. A suspicious email, text message or phone call can be an obvious red flag, but fraud can also begin with information that was exposed through a compromised account, reused password or data breach. The good news is that there are practical steps you can take to reduce your risk.

How to spot phishing emails and protect yourself from online scams

Matt Lukas — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:45:00 GMT

The evolution of fraud: How scams are becoming more sophisticated

Matt Lukas — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Fraud has changed dramatically over the years. Traditional scams such as counterfeit money, forged documents and door-to-door schemes have not disappeared, but fraudsters now have access to technology that allows them to reach more people, impersonate trusted organizations and create highly convincing messages. Today, fraud can happen through email, text messages, social media, phone calls, fake websites, online marketplaces, investment platforms and even AI-generated audio and video.

Common marketplace scams in Canada: How to buy and sell safely online

Scott Stelmaschuk — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

How to protect yourself from financial scams: Common fraud tactics and warning signs

Scott Stelmaschuk — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:45:00 GMT

Financial scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Fraudsters can impersonate banks, government agencies, businesses, family members, employers and even people you know. They may contact you by phone, email, text message or social media—or direct you to a website that looks legitimate. The goal is often the same: to convince you to send money, reveal personal information, provide banking credentials or give someone access to your accounts. And scams can happen to anyone. Being targeted by fraud doesn't mean you were careless or “should have known better.” Fraudsters deliberately use urgency, fear, authority, trust and increasingly sophisticated technology to manipulate people. The best defence is awareness.

How to protect yourself from financial scams: Money talks

Scott Stelmaschuk — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Financial scams can happen to anyone. Fraudsters may contact you by phone, email, text message or social media, and they often impersonate organizations or people you know and trust. Scams can be difficult to recognize, especially when fraudsters create a sense of urgency or use personal information to make their messages seem legitimate. The good news is that knowing what to look for can help you protect yourself.

Phishing and smishing: How to spot scams and protect yourself

Matt Lukas — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:15:00 GMT

Think twice before you click, submit, pay, download or reply.

Online loan scams and mobile deposit cheque scams: How to protect yourself

Scott Stelmaschuk — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:45:00 GMT

Scammers are constantly finding new ways to take advantage of digital banking and people looking for convenient financial solutions. Two scams that can be particularly damaging involve fraudulent mobile cheque deposits and fake online loan offers.