Did anyone else have the “furnace company” come to their door last year and try to barge their way into your home to check the furnace? These door-to-door con artists are just one of many ways that we can become the victims of fraud. It is especially important for us to make sure our seniors are aware of current scams. How can you stay current about fraud prevention and the latest scams? We turn to Edmonton’s Finest, who have several pages on their website dedicated to the topic.

The Edmonton Police Service lists the following as some of the most common types of fraud:

 

Here are some additional online resources to stay current on scams and frauds: the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre has updates and awareness campaigns including these tips to protect yourself. Another great resource from the federal government is the “Little Black Book of Scams” which is a comprehensive guide to many different forms of scams. Some of the highlights include:

 

Julie Matthews, once a Global TV trouble shooter, now an investigator for Service Alberta also has fraud prevention tips for consumers. She’s worth a follow on twitter and facebook:

https://twitter.com/OfficerJulieM/status/958476002425892864

 

If you have been a victim of a fraud or consumer scam, the Edmonton Police Service will take your call at 780-423-4567 or #3-7-7. They also recommend calling the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

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