What do I do if I witness or am a victim of fraud?
If you have or suspect you have witnessed or fallen victim to online, ATM, or credit-card fraud, dial one of the following numbers:
24/7: 1-888-359-1357
Credit card
Need help with your credit card? Call the number on the back of your credit card.
You should also notify the two main credit bureaus, Equifax and TransUnion. They will put a note in your file to alert credit grantors that you may have been a victim of fraudulent activities.
Dial one of the following numbers:
Equifax
514-493-2314 or 1-800-465-7166
TransUnion
514-355-0374 or 1-877-713-3393
Contact the police
Report the incident to your local police and get a file number for future reference.
Report the incident to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
Contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or by using the Fraud Reporting System.
What do I do if I witness or am a victim of a fraud that doesn't directly involve my account?
If you witness or fall victim to a scam similar to those described in this section, you can report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
Here's some advice on how to avoid being taken for a ride!
Be vigilant
Don't trust fabulous offers that promise amazing yields or claim you can withdraw money tax-free from your registered retirement savings plan (RRSP), locked-in retirement account (LIRA), or pension. To learn more, see the Financial and Consumer Services Commission website.
What does UNI do to protect my personal information?
UNI has numerous rules for protecting your personal information: