Report a Scam in Canada
The official places to report fraud, cybercrime and scams in Canada. Reporting is free, and it helps even when the money itself cannot be recovered.
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC)
Collects reports on fraud and identity theft across Canada. Report even if you did not lose money — the data drives investigations.
Phone: 1-888-495-8501
Visit Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) (opens in a new tab)Links open each organisation's own website in a new tab. CheckAScam is independent and not affiliated with any body listed here. If a crime is in progress or someone is in danger, contact your local emergency number first.
Lost money to one of these? Work through our recovery guide — it covers card and bank-transfer refunds and the follow-up recovery scam to avoid.