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.
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BC Care Home Cuts Harming Seniors: Missed Baths, Isolation
Disturbing reports reveal how funding reductions to British Columbia care homes are compromising senior care, leading to skipped baths, lonely meals, and deteriorating living conditions for vulnerable residents.
AI Phishing Scams Surge: Experts Warn Canadians
Canadian cybersecurity experts reveal alarming surge in AI-generated phishing scams targeting all age groups. Learn how to protect yourself from these sophisticated digital threats.
Guelph senior scores second lottery win this year
An 80-year-old Guelph man proves lightning can strike twice after winning another six-figure lottery prize, just months after his first big win. Discover his incredible story and what he plans to do with his newfound fortune.
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.
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.
Regula's Biometric Toolkit Battles AI Fraud
Regula's groundbreaking document verification toolkit empowers Canadian businesses with enhanced biometric security features to detect sophisticated AI-generated forgeries and deepfakes in real-time.
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.
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.
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.
Ontario Social Media Scams Cost Residents Hundreds
Two Ontario residents are warning others after losing significant money to sophisticated fake ads on social media platforms. Learn how these scams work and crucial protection tips.
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.
Missing Port Coquitlam Senior Found Deceased
The community mourns as 74-year-old Port Coquitlam senior George Hendsbee is found deceased days after vanishing from his home. Learn about the extensive search efforts and community response.
Coquitlam RCMP search for missing 79-year-old senior
Coquitlam Mounties are urgently seeking public assistance to locate 79-year-old Donald Brodie, who vanished from his home on February 21st. The vulnerable senior requires medication, raising serious concerns for his wellbeing.
Search for Missing 70-Year-Old from Dartmouth Hospital
Halifax Regional Police are urgently searching for a 70-year-old man who went missing from a Dartmouth hospital. Gerald Joseph Dugas was last seen Wednesday morning and requires medical attention.
Winnipeg Urges Residents: Call 311 to Combat Arson
Winnipeg officials launch community-driven initiative against rising arson cases, asking residents to report suspicious activity through 311 service to protect neighborhoods.
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.
Calgary dentist faces new fraud charges in insurance scandal
Calgary dentist Dr. Alena Smadych faces new fraud allegations as insurance companies uncover more questionable billing practices, adding to her existing legal troubles.
Burnaby senior loses $1M in foreign police phone scam
A Burnaby woman lost her life savings in an elaborate phone scam where fraudsters posed as Chinese police. Learn how this sophisticated scheme works and how to protect yourself from similar fraud.
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.
Nova Scotia Appoints Gender-Based Violence Experts
Nova Scotia announces diverse expert appointments to the Minister's Table on Gender-Based Violence, marking a significant step toward developing comprehensive strategies to address and prevent violence in communities across the province.
1 in 3 Canadians Hit by Fake Text Scams
New Equifax Canada data reveals a texting scam epidemic sweeping the nation. Learn how to spot fraudulent messages and protect your personal information from sophisticated phishing attacks.
Hamilton Road BIA Targeted in Phishing Scam
London's Hamilton Road BIA reveals details of a sophisticated phishing attack that compromised their accounts, while reassuring businesses that no financial data was stolen in the security breach.
North Van Property Scam: Fake Warning Letters Target Homeowners
RCMP warns North Vancouver homeowners about fraudulent letters claiming property title risks. Learn how to protect yourself from this sophisticated scam.
Family Demands Change After Senior's Care Home Death
The heartbroken family of an 88-year-old woman who died after wandering from a Saskatoon care home is calling for systemic reforms in senior care facilities across Saskatchewan.
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.
Calgary police seize 25 guns in fraud bust, 50 charges
Calgary police have dismantled a sophisticated fraud operation, seizing 25 firearms and laying 50 criminal charges in a major investigation spanning multiple provinces.
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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