The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has issued a warning to Canadians about scammers impersonating their Consumer Support Line. Here\u2019s what you need to know:<\/p>\n
\u2013 Scammers are using the phone number of the CRTC\u2019s Consumer Support Line to deceive people.
\n\u2013 If you receive a suspicious call claiming to be from the CRTC, do not disclose any personal or financial information or grant access to your computer.
\n\u2013 The CRTC has emphasized that they will never ask for personal or financial information unless requested by you.
\n\u2013 Canadians are advised to report any fraudulent activity to the nation\u2019s Anti-Fraud Centre.<\/p>\n
Remember these tips to protect yourself from scams:<\/p>\n
\u2013 Never trust anyone who calls claiming to be from your bank, credit card company, or telecom provider.
\n\u2013 If in doubt, tell the caller you will call them back to verify their identity.
\n\u2013 Establish a \u2018safe word\u2019 with family members for verification purposes.
\n\u2013 Avoid giving out two-factor codes over the phone.<\/p>\n
Stay vigilant and prioritize your online security. If in doubt, it\u2019s best not to answer the phone. Remember, it\u2019s always better to be safe than sorry.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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