Report fraud or cybercrime
How do I report fraud or a scam in Canada?
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre’s guidance explains how to preserve evidence, contact affected financial institutions and report to police and the national reporting service. Victims and witnesses can use the online reporting route. Keep sensitive evidence out of this guide.
Where to begin
- Preserve relevant messages, receipts and other evidence privately.
- If money or accounts are affected, contact the relevant financial institution and follow the police-reporting guidance.
- Open the official Report Cybercrime and Fraud link from the Anti-Fraud Centre page.
Before you open the official service
- A private incident timeline
- Relevant receipts and messages
- Any police file number already issued
Keep your actual documents and account details off this website. Use the official service’s current checklist before applying.
What to check for your situation
This guide cannot take a fraud report or recover money. Immediate danger needs emergency assistance; contact local police for safety concerns.
Fees, processing times and document rules can change. This page helps you navigate; it does not confirm eligibility or replace the government’s instructions.
Official sources
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