Some fraudsters are using COVID-19 as a cover to launch new underhanded schemes to separate Canadians from much-needed funds. PROTECT YOURSELF WITH THESE TIPS FROM CPA CANADA:
1. Strengthen your passwords
2. Review your credit card and banking transactions at least once a month for illegitimate activities
3. Shred personal documents before disposing of them
4. Know your approximate credit score (credit rating)
5. Screen your calls: Don’t answer a call or a text message if you don’t recognize the number Fraudsters are always coming up with new ways to obtain your personal information.
Whether it’s a call from a fraudulent telemarketer, a questionable text message or an automated response asking for your information, avoid taking the bait and being lured into sharing your personal information with anyone except your trusted contacts.
