Barrie Police Fraud Unit

08/28/2026

Interesting Video from the CBC.

A concerning trend is on the rise across Canada, where scammers are...

08/26/2026

Our friends at the Dubai Police created this light hearted video to bring awareness to a very serious issue. Very well done.

08/25/2026

Our Friends at the Toronto Police Service Fraud unit recently posted this information. Please share it with everyone that you know. Awareness is how we can help prevent Fraud.



https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1D9mFuiqvK/

08/24/2026

Does it sound too good to be true? Is there something in your gut that says something is off? Remember Take 5 Minutes to think about what is being asked of you. Tell 2 people and get their thoughts/advice. Don't be a victim. Share this information with as many people as possible!!

Great post from our friends at Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC)



https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BhtNZWRWs/

08/21/2026

TAKE 5 minutes and think about what you are being asked to do. Tell 2 people and get their thoughts/opinions on the situation. If it feels wrong......... it probably is.

For the first six months of this year, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Cent...

08/20/2026

On behalf of all the members of the Barrie Police Service THANK YOU for these awesome letters of encouragement!

08/19/2026

CRA will NEVER call you. They also won't ask you to assist in investigations.

An Ontario woman is out $86,000 after receiving a call from a fraud...

08/19/2026

Looking for a "Great Deal" or selling your "Treasures" online can be good way to save and/or make some money. It can also be very dangerous. This is a great video from our friends at the Toronto Police Service. Feel free to use the Barrie Police Service front lobby as a safe meeting place.

08/19/2026

This SCAM is also active in The City of Barrie . Awareness is the key to Fraud prevention. Share this information with as many people as you can to prevent further victims. Thanks to York Regional Police for this information.

08/19/2026

This SCAM has been happening right here in Barrie. This is GREAT advice from our friends at the Toronto Police Service. If you receive a call from your cell phone service politely ask them for their name and extension number and let them know you are going to hang up and call them back at the phone number listed on your bill.