best practices and tips
2 min read
August 07, 2025
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From phishing attacks to crypto scams, Canadians are increasingly falling victim to online crimes. And while awareness is rising, many people still don’t know what to do after the damage is done.
Whether you lost money in a fake investment, gave access to a scammer, or clicked a malicious link — here’s what you need to know.
Change all passwords (especially for banking, crypto, and email)
Enable 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) everywhere you can
Contact your bank or payment provider to freeze or reverse transactions
ReportCyber: The national Canadian portal for cybercrime
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC): Tracks scam trends & collects victim data
Local Police: Especially in cases of identity theft, impersonation, or fraud over $5,000
These reports are important for data [...]