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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.

Project Zero: Fighting Carbon Monoxide in London Homes

London Fire Department's innovative Project Zero initiative is tackling carbon monoxide risks in vulnerable households with free alarms and education, preventing potential tragedies before they happen.

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.

'Can You Hear Me?' Phone Scam Warning

A sophisticated phone scam is sweeping Canada where criminals record you saying 'Yes' to authorize fraudulent charges. Learn how to protect yourself.

Amazon's Used Underwear Problem Exposed

Canadian shoppers are reporting receiving worn, stained underwear from Amazon sellers. Discover the disturbing trend and how to protect yourself from used garment scams.

Variable Mortgage Holders Get Rate Cut Relief

Canadian homeowners with variable-rate mortgages are celebrating as the Bank of Canada's recent rate cut brings significant payment reductions. Discover how this decision impacts monthly budgets and what it means for the housing market.

Ghost Tapping Scam: Canadians Lose Thousands

Discover how the 'Ghost Tapping' scam is draining bank accounts across Canada and learn crucial protection strategies to safeguard your finances from this sophisticated digital fraud.

Hamilton Road BIA Targeted in Phishing Scam

London's Hamilton Road BIA reveals details of a sophisticated phishing attack that compromised their accounts, while reassuring businesses that no financial data was stolen in the security breach.

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.

Edmonton Winter Drive: 3000+ Items for Vulnerable

A massive winter donation drive is underway in Edmonton, with community leaders and volunteers working to collect and distribute over 3000 essential cold-weather items to vulnerable residents facing extreme temperatures.

Boyle Street reveals new logo for Edmonton facility

Edmonton's Boyle Street Community Services reveals a transformative new brand identity and logo, symbolizing hope and forward movement as they prepare to open their state-of-the-art facility in 2025.

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.

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