Apr 16, 2026 TORONTO – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) is warning Canadians about fraudulent investment groups being promoted on social media that could be
March 3, 2026 It often starts in a way that feels harmless. A quick message from a “friend.” A direct message that looks professional and
Feb 05, 2026 CALGARY – February 5, 2026 – The Alberta Securities Commission (ASC) has permanently banned Michael Rowland Tomkins from participating in Alberta’s capital
By Rebecca Vargese – January 19, 2026 Each year brings with it new investing trends, platforms and opportunities. And with any exciting or top-of-mind trend or event
JANUARY BULLETIN: Crime Stoppers Month 2026-01-01 January marks Crime Stoppers Month 2026, a time to highlight the vital role Crime Stoppers programs play in helping
How Canadians are investing is changing: Here’s what you should know By Damilola Ibirinde – December 4, 2025 As was discussed in the “Focus on
Inside one of Alberta’s largest Ponzi schemes: How Black Box deceived investors and how to avoid similar scams When news of an investment scam
Investor education month: Lessons and insights from hybrid investors October marks Investor Education Month, a national initiative that encourages Canadians to take time to strengthen
OCTOBER BULLETIN: Cyber Security Awareness Month 2025-10-01 October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, and this year’s theme is Get Cyber Safe – for future you.
Understanding risk tolerance All investments come with some degree of risk. Known as the risk-return relationship, the higher the potential return of an investment, the
Beware of selling goods or services online. Fraudsters often send a generic message that expresses interest in purchasing the product or service without seeing it
Counterfeit merchandise is often sold at a deal that is too good to be true and tactics on the length of the deal such as
Animal scams often appear in classified ads and the animals being advertised are often listed at a very low price or free. Interested buyers often
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