Category : Search result: North Bay fraud


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.

Wellington North Quarry Fraud Charges Laid

A thorough police investigation into operations at a Wellington North quarry has resulted in multiple fraud charges. Discover how authorities uncovered the alleged scheme and what consequences the accused now face.

Inukjuak: Arctic Community That Shaped Canada

Discover how a small Inuit community in Quebec's Far North played a pivotal role in Canada's sovereignty and cultural identity through decades of resilience and transformation.

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.

Permanent Poppy Crosswalks Honor Nipissing Veterans

Communities across Nipissing District are painting permanent red poppy crosswalks as lasting tributes to Canadian veterans and fallen soldiers, creating powerful visual reminders of sacrifice.

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.

Barrie pool company $500K fraud trial set

Two Barrie men face trial for allegedly defrauding 16 customers out of $500,000 through their pool company. Discover how the elaborate scheme unfolded and what victims experienced.

North Bay Teens Escape Major Residential Fire

Multiple teenagers narrowly escaped a devastating residential fire that engulfed a North Bay home overnight, with crews battling intense flames in freezing conditions.

Calgary man charged in $2 million fraud scheme

A Calgary resident has been charged following an extensive fraud investigation that uncovered nearly $2 million in alleged financial crimes. Discover the details of this sophisticated scheme.

Fraudster's lies backfire in Ontario court case

A Toronto fraudster's elaborate deception backfires spectacularly as his own false testimony becomes key evidence in his conviction. Discover how Grant Norton's lies trapped him in a legal nightmare.

North Bay Police Halloween Safety Tips Guide

North Bay Police Service offers crucial Halloween safety advice for parents and children, including costume safety, visibility tips, and trick-or-treating guidelines to ensure a fun and secure celebration.

Brampton pair arrested in carjacking fraud scheme

Two Brampton residents face serious charges after police uncover a sophisticated fraud operation involving a staged carjacking and false insurance claims in the Greater Toronto Area.

Ontario Couple Loses $1M+ to Online Scammers

A retired Ontario couple fell victim to an elaborate online fraud scheme, losing their entire life savings of more than $1 million even after their bank raised red flags about the suspicious transactions.

Ottawa Police Arrest 7 in Homeowner Fraud Scheme

Ottawa Police dismantle sophisticated fraud ring that preyed on elderly and vulnerable residents through fake home service contracts, arresting seven suspects in coordinated city-wide operation.

Ex-hockey treasurer charged with fraud in Barrie

A former Barrie Minor Hockey Association board member faces fraud charges following the disappearance of thousands of dollars from the organization's accounts, shaking the local sports community.

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