
The Halton Regional Police Service - Regional Fraud Unit investigates frauds such as:
- Fraud against seniors
- Counterfeit fraud (currency and other documents)
- Credit card fraud and debit card fraud
- Cheque fraud
- Social assistance (welfare) fraud
- Computer fraud (tech support scams)
- Identity theft and fraud
- Foreign lottery scams
- Bitcoin extortion
- Corporate fraud
I think someone tried to scam me, but it didn't work. Do I need to report it to police? |
If you have received a fraudulent phone call/email/communication and have not provided any personal information or lost any money, please contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 to file a report for statistical purposes. |
I'm a victim of fraud. What should I do? |
If you're a victim of fraud and have provided personal information and/or lost money:
The HRPS does not accept fraud reports through online reporting or via email. |
How do I protect myself from future fraud? |
Scammers often target victims of fraud a second or third time with the promise of recovering money. Always do your due diligence and never send recovery money. Share any updates with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, your financial institutions, and police. Tell family, friends, neighbours, and co-workers about your experience. You may prevent someone else from becoming a victim. |
Additional Resources |
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre - 1-888-495-8501 Government of Canada – Lost/Stolen Identification Better Business Bureau - 1-703-276-0100 Ministry of Consumer Services - 1-416-326-8800 Landlord and Tenant Act Disputes - 1-888-332-3234 Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) |