Canada: Fraud Alerts

14/04/2024

Canada Revenue Agency scammers!!!

14/03/2024

12/03/2024

March is FRAUD PREVENTION month.

“Our message is simple – if you choose to work with an immigration consultant, check that they are licensed by the College on our Public Register,” said John Murray, President & CEO of the College of Immigration and Citizenship, in Canada.

“Checking the Public Register is one of the best ways people can protect themselves from immigration fraud. Fraud can have a devastating impact on people who hope to make Canada their home.”

Misrepresentation comes with a 5 year BAN on reapplying to Canada. Be smart, not expedient.

https://college-ic.ca/protecting-the-public/find-an-immigration-consultant

02/02/2024

I got into IMMIGRATION CONSULTING due to the rampant ABUSE I have seen at the hands of private colleges and employers, suffered by foreign nationals working in Canada.

If you (or anyone you know) is being abused OR threatened (while essentially a GUEST in our country) they may be eligible to apply for an open (virtually unrestricted) work permit and LEAVE the abusing employer.

Contact me if need be. I support Canada's decision to NOT TOLERATE that type of behaviour.

Definition of abuse.
For the purposes of this process, “abuse” is defined in section R196.2(1).

Abuse consists of any of the following:

physical abuse, including assault and forcible confinement
sexual abuse, including sexual contact without consent
psychological abuse, including threats and intimidation
financial abuse, including fraud and extortion
reprisals.

“Reprisal” is defined in subsection R196.2(2) as consisting of any measure that is taken by or on behalf of an employer against a foreign national referred to in subparagraph 200(1)(c)(ii.1) or (iii), and that adversely affects the foreign national’s employment or working conditions, because the foreign national has reported that the conditions set out in section 209.2 or 209.3 have not been complied with or because they have cooperated with an inspection conducted under section 209.7, 209.8 or 209.9 in good faith.

Examples of a reprisal would include (but are not limited to) the following:

a disciplinary measure
a demotion
a dismissal
any THREAT to take any of the measures mentioned above.

Stay safe physically and mentally. Do not be afraid to stand up. By saying nothing, you are condoning the behaviour.

Your status in Canada WILL NOT be in any jeopardy by helping us shut down some embarrasingly bad attitudes and behaviours.

01/02/2024

It is getting worse. Every day I hear stories of fake agents stealing money and blocking clients on social media.

You MUST do your checks to make sure you don't get scammed!

25/01/2024

https://www.bankofcanada.ca/banknotes/counterfeit-prevention/

Learn about fake money and how to recognise it!

24/01/2024

https://www.ontario.ca/page/be-consumer-wise?utm_source=FB%2FIG&utm_medium=VID&utm_campaign=MPBSD-2324%7C00002%7CSOC-Consumer-Protection&utm_content=Online-Shopping-EN&fbclid=IwAR2xtVksJKdnEOeW20kCKd_Y8VuEjeAlHNrNkJ6fCgwykhfTf4qj-ikUuNs_aem_Af-crvb01ycCR6qS5jq0dd1rwOjmmrKFrzreAzIfRXej_nFD4Jy2LGxFoooZgb-cMYpg-zNkTuXQ3Pu3MWqnwtnf

Learn about your rights before, during and after you make a purchase or sign up for a membership or contract.

10/01/2024

Yes, we see these frauds in Canada also!

BE CAREFUL.

08/12/2023

Rude!!

25/09/2023

Register here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3516951667258/WN_Ebsg6W6RSv66z-lPtvZ6jw

20/09/2023

Scams are on the rise, as money becomes tougher to come by.

You must must must know about scams and fraud!

09/09/2023

https://www.cp24.com/mobile/news/toronto-ceo-12-companies-facing-possible-5m-class-action-lawsuit-for-alleged-door-to-door-rental-scam-1.6551983?referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F

A Toronto CEO and 12 of his companies are facing a potential class action lawsuit alleging they held their HVAC rental customers' homeowner titles "hostage" in exchange for "exorbitant" amounts of money, according to a lawyer representing the consumers.

11/07/2023

Colleges and Universities beware.

SCAM job being offered.

06/04/2023

https://www.cp24.com/mobile/news/multiple-raids-carried-out-in-ontario-as-part-of-fbi-led-operation-cookie-monster-1.6344393

A global cybercrime investigation involving several Greater Toronto Area police forces has brought down a notorious online marketplace for stolen identities and data.

01/04/2023

https://ottawa.citynews.ca/local-news/man-warning-others-after-falling-victim-to-e-transfer-text-scam-through-kijiji-6793359

As soon as he tried to log into online banking, he was prompted to answer security questions, sounding the alarm that the scammer had already been tampering with his account.

22/03/2023

One more week in FRAUD PREVENTION MONTH.
https://college-ic.ca/whats-on/news-insights/the-college-participates-FPM2023?l=en-CA
One more week in FRAUD PREVENTION MONTH.

Immigration news and information from around the web.

15/03/2023

The scammers are being exposed. Protect yourself! If you need a licenced Canadian immigration consultant, find Rod Chalmers on facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn.

There are many commercial or private websites that offer immigration or citizenship services. Some promote legitimate representatives’ services that you will need to pay for. Others will offer false guarantees to take your money or steal your private information.

15/03/2023

Do not get scammed by a fraud artist. Always check credentials. I hear from victims every day. So sad.

A Niagara Falls, Ont., mother is out $24,000 after a deal with an immigration consultant to help bring her two daughters to Canada went sour. Joy Thompson la...

03/03/2023

March is fraud prevention month!!

Know someone scamming the system while you are busting your butt to do it right?

Don't feel bad to report it. With your tip, the integrity of our system is stronger.

02/04/2022

Borders are opening, and restrictions are dropping.
Are you planning to travel??

https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/cyber-safe?utm_campaign=gac-amc-travel-proactive&utm_source=twt&utm_medium=smo&utm_content=travelgoc-consular-2022-04-01-en&s=08

Government of Canada's official one-stop-shop for comprehensive international travel information.

02/04/2022

It's tax season.

Be very careful with phone calls, e-mails, messages and other forms of communication.

Do NOT give ANY details to people who say they are from a government agency. Get credentials and call back at a number you find yourself, not the one they just give you.

19/01/2022

13/01/2022

Although subtitles are not available, many of our followers will be able to understand, and the rest of us will get the gist.

Thank you for your inclusivity.

09/01/2022

The YouTube maker 'HelpingAll' screen recorded a chat with an IELTS certificate scammer. Great job. Don't be fooled.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QysKAL_1dss&ab_channel=HelpingAll

Hello All,In this video, I have contacted a scammer who pretends to sell you an IELTS certificate or also to upgrade your existing score. Watch the whole con...