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April 6, 2013
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Looks like scammers are not just pretending to be PC Financial.
I received this notice from Alterna Bank:
Dear Client,
We want to make you aware of an ongoing GIC scam involving fraudsters claiming to sell GICs on behalf of Alterna Bank and Alterna Savings. They are contacting potential victims with the objective of stealing personal information and funds.
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If you suspect a scam or fraud related to your Alterna accounts
- Notify Alterna immediately by calling our Contact Centre at 1.866.560.0120 even if you haven't lost money; reporting attempted scams helps protect our community.
- Report the incident to your local police department or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre via phone: 1.888.495.8501 or visit antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm
Remember, you are responsible for your transactions, so please stay vigilant and equipped with these tips. …
8:05 am
January 3, 2009
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The bottom line is that you can not trust email, websites, incoming phone calls, texts or video chats to be what they appear to be under any circumstances.
Any communication where you are not initiating by some verified means, should not be trusted.
8:11 am
October 27, 2013
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phrank said
Any communication where you are not initiating by some verified means, should not be trusted.
Anyone who does not understand that simple guidance should not get the keys to anything.
8:11 am
December 20, 2016
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DUCA sent out an email this morning with a similar warning, of an offer of a 6.5% GIC:
Fake GIC scams are on the rise
Fraudsters are constantly finding new ways to deceive people, and their latest tactic involves fake GIC offers. These scams are so convincing that even experienced investors have fallen victim.How this scam works
Scammers create fake websites that look just like trusted financial institutions. These sites advertise GICs with offers that seem too good to be true—high returns, limited-time deals, and exclusive rates. The site looks professional, featuring a well-known bank’s logo, branding, and even fake customer service numbers.Once you call the number on the site, a scammer posing as an advisor offers you a high-interest GIC. They send official-looking documents and provide a direct phone number for follow-ups. Everything seems legitimate—until you transfer your money and later realize it was all a scam.
Stephen
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