In 2024, the Huntsville O.P.P. Detachment responded to over 170 reports of fraud or online fraud. The incidence of fraud in Canada has a staggering impact both financially and emotionally for victims of this crime.
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre has released its statistics for Fraud in 2024. The losses suffered are reported to be $638 MILLION. What makes the reported losses even worse is that Fraud is under-reported by victims. What would the actual losses be … one can only imagine.
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre – As of December 31, 2024
Reports processed: 49,432 (63,847 in 2023)
Victims of fraud: 34,621 (42,316 in 2023)
Lost to fraud: $638 M ($578 M in 2023)
So, how do you protect yourself? The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre website is a great resource that will assist you in protecting yourself or your business.
It is all about educating yourself
Here a few topics you will learn about. Click on any link below for more details.
Individuals
- Don’t be afraid to say no
- Do your research
- Don’t give out personal information
- Beware of upfront fees
- Protect your computer
- Be careful who you share images with
- Protect your online accounts
- Recognize spoofing
Businesses
- Know who you’re dealing with
- Don’t give out information on unsolicited calls
- Limit your employees’ authority
- Watch for anomalies
If you are a victim of a fraud, contact your police service and contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/report
Warman,P/C E.,OPP Huntsville Detachment(2025,Feb.4) CANADIANS LOST HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF DOLLARS IN 2024 [media release]