Fraud Prevention Month 2023

Released: March 1, 2023 at 9:39 a.m.

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In 2022, Manitobans lost over $10.4 million through various forms of fraud. Half of these losses occurred as a result of investment scams. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre reported that more than any other type of fraud, investment scams contributed to more than a $300 million loss to Canadians.
 
March marks Fraud Prevention Month. The Winnipeg Police Service is partnering with the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre to launch a new web tool to create awareness about the top forms of fraud, including investment scams. 
 
The new web tool exposes Tricks of the trade: What's in a fraudster's toolbox? What's in yours?
 
Throughout March, agencies across Canada will post fraud prevention information on social media using #FPM2023.
 
If you or someone you know is a victim of fraud, make a report to the Winnipeg Police Service and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
 
Many police reports can now be reported online.

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