Fraud Hall of Fame
What fraud happens when someone unlawfully obtains money, property or services from a person, entity or institution through coercion?
Extortion
What fraud happens when a company receives an email appearing to come from an existing employee requesting that their direct deposit information be changed?
Spear Phishing
What fraud happens when someone contacts you and states you have won something for example money or the lottery?
Prize
What fraud is characterized by attending a presentation or seminar in person, can include hidden booking or maintenance fees and or the company goes out of business once they secure a deposit?
Timeshare
What government agency should you report fraud to in Canada? and How can you do this?
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. You can report Online or by phone
What fraud involves a bad actor who convinces you to enter a virtual or online relationship so they can gain your trust and affection?
Relationship and Romance
What fraud promises higher than normal returns and victims lose most or all of their money?
Investment
What fraud uses high tactic pressure to get you to donate immediately?
Charity/Donation
What fraud type asks for help transferring a large sum of money from one country to another and could appear to come from a lawyer or legal entity?
Foreign Money Offer
What is one way to protect yourself from a phishing email?
Don't click on suspicious links received by text message or email and report
What fraud has you "boost" products, apps or videos using software created by the fraudsters, After you install this software you receive "orders" or "tasks" to complete?
Job
What Fraud occurs when you receive payment for more than an asking price, you are directed to deposit the funds and send the existing funds immediately back to them?
Vendor Fraud
What fraud occurs when a caller claims to be an employee of the Canada Revenue Agency and states that you owe back taxes and can also include threats of fines if you don't pay?
Extortion
What fraud is characterized by misleading home services and equipment being offered at a price below market value and typically require signing a contract?
Service
What should you do with an unsolicited caller requesting personal sensitive information?
Hang up the call and under no circumstance provide any personal sensitive information. Make the outgoing call yourself to verify whether the call came from who the caller states they are(for example: financial institution, service provider, law enforcement or government agency).
This fraud preys on your fear of a loved one being hurt or in trouble, they may claim to be someone you know and tell you they need money immediately. What am I?
Emergency
What fraud entails a classified ad for a rental property in an ideal location, below average price and requires a deposit right away without viewing the property?
Merchandise
What fraud occurs when you receive an unsolicited call asking you to verify your personal information such as birth date, social insurance number or bank information?
Personal Information
What fraud consists of an unsolicited invoice and demand for payment, where no product or service was requested?
False Billing
What can you do to protect your online accounts?
Create strong and unique passwords, set up multi factor authentication, Only log into your accounts from a trusted source and don't reveal personal information over social media.
What Fraud involves a bad actor claiming a virus has infected your computer( comes as a pop up or unsolicited call)?
Service
You see a website offering products that appear to come from legitimate manufacturers at a discounted price. When you get the item it is far inferior and could pose a significant health risk. What fraud is this?
Counterfeit Merchandise
What is spoofing?
Spoofing is used by fraudsters to mislead victims and convince them that they are communicating with legitimate people, companies, or organization
What is a key tip to avoid online shopping frauds?
Research the seller before buying
How does the Canadian Anti Fraud Centre help citizens and businesses?
Report Fraud, learn about different types of frauds, recognize warning signs of fraud, protect themselves from fraud- Recognize, Reject, Report.