Fraudsters are using personal information about canadians to apply for government.

Webwhat should you do if you think you are a victim of identity theft?

Be careful with personal information you no longer need:.

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The cafc is noting an increase in identity fraud reporting.

Notify your financial institution and the local police;

Report the incident to the cra ;

Webif you're a victim of a scam, identity theft, or notice suspicious activity on your account, you should report it.

What to do if you receive a suspicious phone call or email, or if you lose your id or wallet.

Take steps to protect yourself from unscrupulous criminals by limiting the amount of information you give out about yourself.

Keep your birth certificate, social insurance number and passport in a secure place.

Read on to learn more about how to.

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