If you choose to work with an immigration consultant, check they are licensed by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants — the official regulator of Canadian immigration and citizenship consultants worldwide.
Visit register.college-ic.ca
#FPM2026
As we wrap up Fraud Prevention Month, we wanted to remind you that we do not protect depositors against fraud, scams, or theft.
Learn more: https://www.cdic.ca/news-and-events/scams-fraud/ #FPM2026
Today is the last day of Fraud Prevention Month 2026 — but fraudsters will not stop just because the month has ended.
Learn how to protect yourself year-round and the ones you love at GetSmarterAboutMoney.ca/scams
#FPM2026
Do you know the red flags to look out for to spot investment fraud?
Here are three common red flags to look for:
Transfer crypto assets to another crypto wallet:
"Insider info":
Tied to current events:
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#FPM2026
Fraudsters rely on speed and confusion. Protect yourself by using unique passwords, enabling Multi-Factor Authentication, staying alert to phishing attempts, pausing before acting on urgent financial requests, and sharing knowledge with others.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/481y3Rz
#FPM2026
Vintage bank note reading “Dix Piastres,” with detailed engravings and a portrait, on a blue background.
🛡️💵 Hard to fake.
In the 1850s, two-colour printing became the norm to reduce counterfeiting. By the end of the century, printers were trying multiple colours to up their game. Registering the different colours was very challenging!
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#FridayFunFact
Anyone can have money taken by a scammer. If you know someone who was scammed, it can be hard to know how to help them. Find out more about what you can do:
https://ow.ly/vfkI50YvZpK
#FPM2026
Online criminals are always looking for ways to get at your devices. Don’t make it easy for them! #FPM2026
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlJd5eLi49o
This #FPM, we’re throwing it back to the Scenes of Canada series, with the iconic multicoloured notes.
Those bold colours weren’t just for style; they made counterfeiting harder.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/40Rrugi
#FPM2026 #MoneyAndYou
Nearly 90% of frauds and scams go unreported every year. But by reporting it, you can help protect others from having money taken too. If you think you may be the victim of investment fraud, contact the OSC.
https://ow.ly/R6ts50YvZfc
#FPM2026
Collage, old bank notes and a publication showing lists of counterfeit notes.
It’s a cat🐈 and mouse🐁 game between counterfeiters and security printers. It’s machine-made engraving. It’s holographs and polymer. It’s the mouse staying ahead of the cat. “Security is in the Bank Note.” On the blog. 👉 https://bit.ly/42w9ZBH
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More than $700 million was taken from Canadians by scammers last year, and that’s just what was reported.
Refuse to be a statistic. Learn how to spot and avoid scams at GetSmarterAboutMoney.ca/scams
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If you choose to work with an immigration consultant, check they are licensed by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants — the official regulator of Canadian immigration and citizenship consultants worldwide.
Visit register.college-ic.ca
#FPM2026
With Artificial Intelligence (AI) becoming more easily accessible, fraudsters can mimic voices, emails, and trusted organizations. If something feels urgent or off, pause and verify before acting. A quick double-check can protect you and your clients!
Learn more: https://bit.ly/481y3Rz
#FPM2026
Get smarter than a scammer. Here are 4 ways to avoid investment fraud:
www.getsmarteraboutmoney.ca/learning-path/types-of-f...
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The best defence from scams is knowing what a scam looks like. Protect yourself from scammers — learn to spot their tactics
https://ow.ly/vm6Z50YuZMH
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Museum environment, 2 young girls working at a table with craft supplies.
🎉❄️ Ontario #MarchBreak continues all week at the Museum!
And it’s #FraudPreventionMonth. 🛡️
Visit us and enjoy free, exciting, hands-on experiences—all to help your kids learn about our currency and how to spot counterfeits. Plan your visit.
👉 https://bit.ly/3khVksD
#MyOttawa
#FPM2026
Scammers rely on people not knowing the warning signs. Understanding common tactics like phishing, spoofing and fake deals can help stop fraud before it happens.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/GzSp50Yv97F
#FPM2026
Imagine getting a phone call, text or email that your loved one was in trouble — you might feel like jumping into action. That’s what the scammers want.
Take a breath. Be sure. Learn more:
https://ow.ly/EyQf50YuJYZ
#FPM2026
If you choose to work with an immigration consultant, check they are licensed by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants — the official regulator of Canadian immigration and citizenship consultants worldwide.
Visit register.college-ic.ca
#FPM2026
Museum environment, young man helping children at a table scattered with photographs.
🎉❄️Ontario #MarchBreak starts today!
It’s also #FraudPreventionMonth. 🔍
And we’ll be open every day with heaps of activities, games and crafts to help your kids learn about bank note security and how to spot a counterfeit.
👉 https://bit.ly/3khVksD
#MyOttawa #FPM2026
⚠️March is Fraud Prevention Month
FAIR Canada provides an extensive guide on avoiding investment fraud, with detailed tips beyond basic red flags. You can read what they are @ bit.ly/3njE8Qb🛡️
#FPM2026
Collage, old bank notes, documents, black and white photographs and a magnifying glass.
🕵️♂️He was the greatest counterfeiter of his day, pursued relentlessly by Ontario’s first full-time police detective.🔎
He was Edwin Johnson—read about his unusual family business on the blog. 👉 https://bit.ly/3OzS47A
#SundayReading #FPM2026
Don’t let scammers steal your future. Protect your tomorrow.
Learn how to spot and avoid scams at GetSmarterAboutMoney.ca/scams
#FPM2026
Fraud often exploits weak security habits. For Fraud Prevention Month, our free lesson teaches students about key threats to cybersecurity and steps they can take to protect themselves and their data.
https://mediasmarts.ca/teacher-resources/secure-comics #FPM2026
Photo collage, boy with a magnifying glass, a background of different currencies.
🎉❄️Ontario #MarchBreak is next week! And it’s #FraudPreventionMonth🛡️
We’re open daily with FREE activities, games, and crafts to help kids learn about bank note security and spotting counterfeits.🧐💡
Details 👉 https://bit.ly/3khVksD
#MyOttawa #FPM2026
March is Fraud Prevention Month!
Fraudsters often rely on urgency to pressure people into acting quickly. Pause before clicking links, sharing personal information, or sending money. When in doubt, take a moment to verify.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/yc8me854
#FPM2026
How skilled are you at spotting a scam?
www.getsmarteraboutmoney.ca/tools/scam-spotter-tool/
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