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Together, We Stand Against Scams

Canada’s largest-ever coordinated effort to fight scams – uniting financial services, telecoms, technology companies, government, and law enforcement agencies to better protect Canadians.

Every year, Canadians lose billions of dollars to scams. Scammers don’t just steal money – they destroy trust and often fund organized crime. The Canadian Anti-Scam Coalition is taking a stand. By sharing intelligence, coordinating solutions, raising awareness, and giving Canadians the tools and tactics they need to identify and avoid scams, we are working to stop scammers in their tracks. Together, we can spot scams earlier, shut them down faster, and make it harder for criminals to profit from deception.

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Three simple steps to protect yourself and the people you care about.

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Why the Coalition Exists

A Unified National Response

  • Scammers are more sophisticated than ever: They impersonate family members, businesses, and even government agencies using realistic websites, spoofed phone numbers, and AI-generated voices — making anyone a potential target.
  • The Canadian Anti-Scam Coalition unites key industries and experts: It brings together Canada’s leading financial services, telecommunications, and technology companies, alongside government and law enforcement specialists, to fight fraud collaboratively.
  • A unified national response strengthens Canada’s defenses: By sharing intelligence, coordinating solutions, and raising awareness, the Coalition amplifies the efforts of its members — protecting the finances, families, and futures of Canadians.

What We Do

The Canadian Anti-Scam Coalition has dozens of members – including financial services companies, telecoms, and technology firms, along with experts from government and law enforcement agencies. It’s a collaborative, not-for-profit effort supported by members.

1
We Coordinate Intelligence and Action
Behind the scenes, Coalition members are piloting new ways of sharing information about emerging threats. Cross-sector collaboration will enable faster detection, more effective disruption, and better protection for consumers.
2
We Raise the Bar Across Industries
The Coalition drives higher standards by sharing best practices and improving coordination across sectors, making it harder for criminals to exploit Canadians.
3
We Educate and Empower Canadians
Greater public awareness is one of our strongest defenses against scams. The Coalition’s national information campaign gives Canadians practical tools and tactics to recognize, report, and resist scams – shifting power away from criminals and back to Canadians.
1
We Coordinate Intelligence and Action
Behind the scenes, Coalition members are piloting new ways of sharing information about emerging threats. Cross-sector collaboration will enable faster detection, more effective disruption, and better protection for consumers.
2
We Raise the Bar Across Industries
The Coalition drives higher standards by sharing best practices and improving coordination across sectors, making it harder for criminals to exploit Canadians.
3
We Educate and Empower Canadians
Greater public awareness is one of our strongest defenses against scams. The Coalition’s national information campaign gives Canadians practical tools and tactics to recognize, report, and resist scams – shifting power away from criminals and back to Canadians.

Why It Matters

Faster Detection and Response

Sharing intelligence will help to identify and shut down scams earlier – and ensure more criminals are held to account.

Better Information, Stronger Defenses

The Coalition provides clear, simple, and consistent advice that cuts through confusion and empowers Canadians to be cautious and vigilant when something feels suspicious.

Undermining Organized Crime

Money stolen through scams is often used to support organized criminal enterprises. By fighting back against scammers, the Coalition can help to cut off this flow of funds.

Adapting to New Threats

As technology evolves – increasing the threat posed by deepfakes and AI-powered phishing – the Coalition is committed to staying a step ahead, helping Canadians recognize and avoid new forms of deception.

Protecting More Than Money

The real cost of scams isn’t only financial. Victims often experience shame, anxiety, and a lasting loss of confidence. By reducing successful scams, we protect not only savings and assets but also people’s sense of safety and trust.

How to Protect Yourself

Stop. Check. Talk.

Scammers thrive on urgency and emotion. When something doesn’t feel right, follow these three important steps:

Stop.

Take a breath. Ask yourself, could this be a scam?

Check.

Look closer. Verify contact information. Ask someone you trust.

Talk.

Share what happened. Talking about scams makes it harder for scammers to succeed.

Watch for Red Flags

Stay alert for signs that something might be a scam:

  • The message or caller sounds urgent, threatening, or too good to be true.
  • You’re asked to share personal or financial information – your Social Insurance Number, passwords, or account details.
  • The sender or website doesn’t match official contact information.
  • You’re told to withdraw or transfer money, buy gift cards, or “protect” your account by moving funds.

If You’ve Been Targeted

You’re not alone – and it’s not your fault. Scammers are skilled at manipulating trust and emotion.

Here’s what to do:

  • Contact your financial institution immediately.
  • Report the incident to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
  • Share your story. Talking about scams makes it harder for criminals to operate in the shadows. Your experience can help protect others from harm.
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Learn More

To learn more about our national awareness campaign – and for tools, tips and real-world examples of common scams – please visit StandAgainstScams.ca or follow @StandAgainstScamsCa on Instagram. Together, we can stop scammers in their tracks.

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Join Us

The Canadian Anti-Scam Coalition is growing – and welcomes new members from every sector. If your organization is ready to help protect Canadians from scams, reach out to find out more about joining the Coalition and becoming part of a national movement that’s dedicated to stopping scammers now.

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