Source: Government of Canada regional news (2)
“For 20 years, Alberta has participated in Fraud Prevention Month. This year, we are taking an additional step by formally recognizing March as Fraud Prevention Month in Alberta through a Ministerial Order. This reinforces our commitment to consumer protection and ensuring Albertans have the awareness, tools, and resources they need to protect themselves from fraud. By making this designation official, we are strengthening our efforts to educate and empower Albertans in the fight against fraud.
“Education and awareness help Albertans recognize, reject, and report fraud before it starts. Fraud Prevention Month is a great opportunity to help Albertans discover resources that can make them more confident consumers.
“If you encounter a scam or any form of fraud, report it to your local police or to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. If you are a consumer who suspects a business has committed a scam or unfair practice in a consumer transaction, reports can be made to Alberta’s Consumer Investigations Unit (CIU) by calling 1-877-427-4088. The CIU reviews consumer complaints for compliance with consumer protection and tenancy laws, and assesses and investigates potential violations, including serious cases that may involve criminal offences, such as fraud.
“As technology advances, so do the opportunities for fraud, making it vital that we stay up to date on how to be safe as consumers. This Fraud Prevention Month, take time to explore some of the resources we have available online to learn how to protect yourself against fraud.”
Related information
- Consumer protection
- Consumer complaints and investigations
- Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre