Chinese Fraud Mastermind Jailed for Bitcoin Laundering
Chinese criminal Zhimin Qian sentenced in UK for laundering bitcoin from massive investment fraud scheme. Learn about this landmark cryptocurrency crime case.
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Barrie Police Warn of Roof Repair Scams Targeting Seniors
Barrie police issue urgent warning about suspected fraudsters damaging roofs and demanding payment. Learn how to protect yourself from home repair scams.
Regina Financial Crimes Spike in 2025: Police Warning
Regina police report a significant surge in financial fraud and scams in 2025, with investment fraud showing the sharpest increase. Learn how to protect yourself from these sophisticated schemes.
Rockwood senior loses $5,000 to grandparent scam
A Rockwood resident falls victim to the cruel 'grandparent scam,' losing thousands to fraudsters pretending to be a family member in legal trouble. Learn how to protect yourself from this growing threat.
Wellington North Quarry Fraud Charges Laid
A thorough police investigation into operations at a Wellington North quarry has resulted in multiple fraud charges. Discover how authorities uncovered the alleged scheme and what consequences the accused now face.
Lakeshore woman loses $6,500 to grandparent scam
A sophisticated grandparent scam targeting seniors in Lakeshore, Ontario has claimed another victim, with police warning families about this emotional manipulation scheme.
Kitchener Kids' Music Program Hit by Devastating Theft
A devastating theft from a Kitchener storage unit has left the Fret Program for Kids without instruments, threatening music education for hundreds of local children. The community rallies to recover what was lost.
Essex County Grandparent Scam: Senior Loses $6,500
Windsor police warn about sophisticated grandparent scams after Essex County senior falls victim to emotional manipulation, losing thousands in elaborate phone scheme.
North Bay senior loses $250K in investment scam
A North Bay resident has fallen victim to a devastating investment fraud, losing a quarter-million dollars. Ontario Provincial Police are warning the public about sophisticated financial scams targeting Canadians.
Missing Dog Scam Targets Heartbroken Canadian Pet Owners
A cruel new scam is preying on desperate Canadians searching for their lost pets, with fraudsters demanding hundreds of dollars for dogs they don't actually have.
The Adult Friendship Gap: Why It's Hard & How to Fix
Discover practical strategies for building meaningful friendships as an adult, from leveraging existing routines to overcoming the vulnerability barrier that keeps us isolated.
Paris Prosecutors Investigate TikTok Over Suicide Content
French authorities are investigating TikTok over disturbing youth suicide content. Learn how this probe could impact social media regulation and child safety online.
Trump's Election Day Social Media Strategy Unveiled
Former President Donald Trump is executing a sophisticated social media campaign targeting his supporters with specific voting instructions and election-related content ahead of November's crucial contest.
Sudbury Police Warn of Scammers Spoofing Their Phone Number
Greater Sudbury residents are being targeted by sophisticated phone scams where callers are manipulating caller ID to display legitimate police numbers. Learn how to protect yourself from these convincing fraud attempts.
Ontario couple loses $1M to online scammers
A heartbreaking case of financial fraud sees an Ontario senior couple lose their life savings to convincing online scammers who posed as police investigators in a complex scheme.
Ontario Social Media Scams Cost Residents Hundreds
Two Ontario residents are warning others after losing significant money to sophisticated fake ads on social media platforms. Learn how these scams work and crucial protection tips.
Air Canada Extends Aeroplan Points Expiry to 2026
Great news for Canadian travellers! Air Canada has extended its pause on Aeroplan points expiry until December 31, 2026, giving members more flexibility to use their hard-earned rewards.
Barrie pool company $500K fraud trial set
Two Barrie men face trial for allegedly defrauding 16 customers out of $500,000 through their pool company. Discover how the elaborate scheme unfolded and what victims experienced.
Essex County Questions Windsor on Social Housing Delays
Essex County officials are pressing Windsor for transparency on social housing barriers as waitlists swell and affordable units remain scarce across the region.
Calgary man charged in $2 million fraud scheme
A Calgary resident has been charged following an extensive fraud investigation that uncovered nearly $2 million in alleged financial crimes. Discover the details of this sophisticated scheme.
Calgary dentist faces new fraud charges in insurance scandal
Calgary dentist Dr. Alena Smadych faces new fraud allegations as insurance companies uncover more questionable billing practices, adding to her existing legal troubles.
Burnaby senior loses $1M in foreign police phone scam
A Burnaby woman lost her life savings in an elaborate phone scam where fraudsters posed as Chinese police. Learn how this sophisticated scheme works and how to protect yourself from similar fraud.
Fraudster's lies backfire in Ontario court case
A Toronto fraudster's elaborate deception backfires spectacularly as his own false testimony becomes key evidence in his conviction. Discover how Grant Norton's lies trapped him in a legal nightmare.
Facebook jails Tennessee man over Charlie Kirk meme
A Tennessee man's parody of conservative activist Charlie Kirk backfired when Facebook suspended his account, sparking debate about free speech and platform moderation in Canada and beyond.
North Van Property Scam: Fake Warning Letters Target Homeowners
RCMP warns North Vancouver homeowners about fraudulent letters claiming property title risks. Learn how to protect yourself from this sophisticated scam.
Brampton pair arrested in carjacking fraud scheme
Two Brampton residents face serious charges after police uncover a sophisticated fraud operation involving a staged carjacking and false insurance claims in the Greater Toronto Area.
Ontario Couple Loses $1M+ to Online Scammers
A retired Ontario couple fell victim to an elaborate online fraud scheme, losing their entire life savings of more than $1 million even after their bank raised red flags about the suspicious transactions.
Ottawa Police Arrest 7 in Homeowner Fraud Scheme
Ottawa Police dismantle sophisticated fraud ring that preyed on elderly and vulnerable residents through fake home service contracts, arresting seven suspects in coordinated city-wide operation.
Calgary police seize 25 guns in fraud bust, 50 charges
Calgary police have dismantled a sophisticated fraud operation, seizing 25 firearms and laying 50 criminal charges in a major investigation spanning multiple provinces.
Ex-hockey treasurer charged with fraud in Barrie
A former Barrie Minor Hockey Association board member faces fraud charges following the disappearance of thousands of dollars from the organization's accounts, shaking the local sports community.
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