Keeping yourself updated on the latest scams is the best way to guard against fraud. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre is a great resource to consult for an updated listing of common scams and frauds. Here is a summary of some of the common scams in 2025 that you should be aware of.

It may not come as a surprise to learn that the most common scams and frauds happening in 2024 are all online. Digital infrastructure gives fraudsters the ability to communicate with individuals all over the world while maintaining anonymity. 

With the 2023 tax season in the rear window, the time for CRA scams is now upon us. Unfortunately, as we all know, there are many people looking to take advantage of unsuspecting individuals. 

Identity theft is a rapidly growing form of internet fraud, commonly led by "phishing". Phishing can lead to financial loss, identity theft, and the destruction of confidence in any institution whose site has been phished.

According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, in 2023, 41,111 Canadians reported falling victim to fraud. From those reports, over $554 million was stolen. When you consider the number of unreported scams, the real number could potentially be over $1 billion.

Senior citizens can unfortunately be the targets of fraud often because of their trusting nature and generosity.

March is Fraud Prevention Month, a time to remind ourselves that online fraud happens every day to thousands of people around the world, regardless of education or background. There are a few steps we suggest taking when an offer or opportunity comes along that might sound enticing, or even too good to be true.

With the rising cost of goods, more people than ever are using spaces like Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji. Unfortunately, because of their popularity, hackers and scammers are targeting sellers with the hopes of getting money or a free item, using e-transfer services to do their bidding.

Did you know there’s a right way to bank online? Knowing how to accurately and safely manage your money online is easy, if you have the facts. At Access, we consider ourselves experts at navigating online banking.

The following tips on credit card safety will help you protect your online identity.