Ottawa police seek 4 in bank investigator scams
Ottawa Police are asking for public help to identify four suspects in a series of 'bank investigator' scams that targeted victims between April and September 2025.
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Quebec man extradited for $1.8M weight-loss scam
Supreme Court refuses appeal for Quebec man accused of $1.8 million weight-loss fraud. Extradition to U.S. proceeds in international scam case. Read the full details.
Guelph man loses $90K in cryptocurrency scam
An Ontario man was defrauded of $90,000 in a complex cryptocurrency investment scam. Learn how to protect yourself from similar financial fraud.
Gas pump scam: Meter kept running after nozzle removed
An Ontario driver reports being overcharged when the gas pump meter continued running after removing the nozzle. Consumer alert for fuel pump safety tips and what to watch for.
Senior Scam Protection Tips for 2025 Holiday Season
Learn essential strategies to avoid holiday scams targeting Canadian seniors. Expert advice from Kim Phillips on protecting your finances and personal information during the festive season.
Montreal restaurants hit with Google review extortion
Montreal restaurants face extortion attempts following fake Google reviews. Police investigate as local business owners speak out about the damaging scam targeting the hospitality industry.
Montreal restaurants hit by fake review extortion scam
Several Montreal restaurants were targeted by a fake Google review extortion scheme, with fraudulent one-star reviews posted under fake names. Learn how local businesses are fighting back.
Man charged in Halifax senior scam targeting elderly
A 25-year-old man faces charges after allegedly scamming Halifax seniors. Learn how to protect yourself and recognize financial fraud targeting elderly Canadians.
Windsor Police Warn of Kids' Online Self-Exploitation
Windsor police are warning families after contacting nine households as part of a provincial initiative to combat children, some as young as five, sexually self-exploiting online. Learn how to protect your kids.
Barrie Police Warn of Roof Repair Scams Targeting Seniors
Barrie police issue urgent warning about suspected fraudsters damaging roofs and demanding payment. Learn how to protect yourself from home repair scams.
QR Code Parking Scam Hits Ottawa: Protection Tips
Ottawa drivers face sophisticated parking machine scam using fake QR codes. Learn how this digital fraud works and essential tips to avoid becoming the next victim.
Police employee accused of posing as modeling scout
A Guelph woman working for Halton Regional Police faces serious charges after allegedly impersonating a modeling scout to solicit intimate photos from victims in a deceptive scheme.
Police employee accused of modeling scout scam for photos
A civilian employee of Halton Regional Police faces serious charges after allegedly impersonating a modeling scout to obtain intimate images from victims across the GTA.
Rockwood senior loses $5,000 to grandparent scam
A Rockwood resident falls victim to the cruel 'grandparent scam,' losing thousands to fraudsters pretending to be a family member in legal trouble. Learn how to protect yourself from this growing threat.
Lakeshore woman loses $6,500 to grandparent scam
A sophisticated grandparent scam targeting seniors in Lakeshore, Ontario has claimed another victim, with police warning families about this emotional manipulation scheme.
France moves to suspend Shein over illegal products
French authorities take decisive action against e-commerce giant Shein after discovering firearms, sex dolls, and other prohibited items on its marketplace, raising serious concerns about platform oversight.
Essex County Grandparent Scam: Senior Loses $6,500
Windsor police warn about sophisticated grandparent scams after Essex County senior falls victim to emotional manipulation, losing thousands in elaborate phone scheme.
Paige Spiranac Reveals Shocking Online Hate Messages
Golf influencer Paige Spiranac shares emotional video exposing the dark side of fame, revealing shocking online abuse that follows her successful career.
North Bay senior loses $250K in investment scam
A North Bay resident has fallen victim to a devastating investment fraud, losing a quarter-million dollars. Ontario Provincial Police are warning the public about sophisticated financial scams targeting Canadians.
France Blocks Shein Online Access During Paris Store Launch
France takes unprecedented action against fast-fashion giant Shein, suspending its online platform while the retailer celebrates the grand opening of its inaugural Paris store, creating a retail paradox.
Muskoka Computer Scam Costs Victims Thousands: OPP Warning
Ontario Provincial Police warn about sophisticated computer scams hitting Muskoka communities, with victims losing thousands in fake tech support schemes.
X Corp fights $100K BC fine in intimate image case
Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, is taking legal action against a British Columbia tribunal decision that fined the company $100,000 for failing to remove intimate images. Discover the details of this landmark digital privacy case.
Missing Dog Scam Targets Heartbroken Canadian Pet Owners
A cruel new scam is preying on desperate Canadians searching for their lost pets, with fraudsters demanding hundreds of dollars for dogs they don't actually have.
BC man sentenced for online extortion of teens
A British Columbia man receives prison time for a sophisticated online harassment campaign where he posed as a teenage boy to extort intimate images from multiple victims across the province.
Paris Prosecutors Investigate TikTok Over Suicide Content
French authorities are investigating TikTok over disturbing youth suicide content. Learn how this probe could impact social media regulation and child safety online.
Sudbury Police Warn of Scammers Spoofing Their Phone Number
Greater Sudbury residents are being targeted by sophisticated phone scams where callers are manipulating caller ID to display legitimate police numbers. Learn how to protect yourself from these convincing fraud attempts.
Shopify Revenue Jumps 23% as Merchant Sales Soar
Canadian e-commerce giant Shopify reports impressive Q1 2024 results with 23% revenue surge and $60 billion in merchant sales, signaling strong retail recovery.
Ontario couple loses $1M to online scammers
A heartbreaking case of financial fraud sees an Ontario senior couple lose their life savings to convincing online scammers who posed as police investigators in a complex scheme.
Interac Launches Konek: New Canadian Payment System
Interac revolutionizes online payments in Canada with Konek, offering secure, instant bank-to-bank transfers that challenge credit card dominance and boost small business opportunities.
France Probes Shein Over Child-Like Sex Dolls
French officials launch investigation into fast-fashion giant Shein after discovering child-like sex dolls available for purchase on their platform, sparking international outrage.
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