Canadian seniors falling victim to ‘smishing’ scams
Chris
July 21, 2025
BC Hydro is warning customers to remain vigilant as reports of attempted and successful scams surged in May 2025, highlighting the growing sophistication of fraud targeting British Columbians. Over the course of the month, 60 customers reported falling victim to a scam, while another 92 alerted BC Hydro to attempted
As global demographics shift, the aging population becomes a defining force in product innovation. At the 137th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair), Chinese
The Canadian Association of Retired Persons (“CARP”), a non-partisan, non-profit, advocacy association working on behalf of its 255,000 members and all Canadian seniors, and Integracare Inc.,
Tuesday is a moviegoers’ favourite day of the week at Cineplex. Following the incredible response from $5 Tuesdays in February, starting tomorrow, $5 Tuesdays at Cineplex are making a
The Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, announced that persons with
A new national study from Money.ca reveals that Canada is facing a mounting debt and delinquency crisis, with average non-mortgage debt rising and delinquency rates spiking sharply
Investors, including Canadian seniors, are advised to exercise caution when considering Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) offers online. Fraudulent websites have been identified that aim to
To help raise awareness of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), is issuing a warning—scams are on the rise, including scams that
June 2025 marks Seniors Month across Canada, a time to celebrate and support older adults through wellness, education, and social engagement. With the theme “Fit,
As several provinces mark Seniors Month in June, the Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) is reaffirming its commitment to financial literacy and raising fraud awareness through its enhanced Fraud Prevention Toolkit for
As summer approaches, travel plans might look a little different for Canadians this year and they might not be as protected as they think. A
Air Canada’s recent announcement of its largest winter expansion to date, featuring new routes to Latin America, presents exciting opportunities for senior travelers seeking warmer
On May 10, 2025, U.S. lawmakers introduced the “Canadian Snowbird Act,” a bipartisan bill aimed at extending the duration Canadian retirees can spend in the
Aurora Cannabis Inc., the Canadian-based leading global medical cannabis company, has recently expanded eligibility of their medical compassionate pricing program in Canada. As part of the
The Colorectal Cancer Resource & Action Network (CCRAN) is calling on Canadians to take charge of their health and rally behind friends and family participating
Investing in Canadians’ health is key to building a stronger Canada. In its first year, the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) has significantly improved access to
Canada is witnessing a troubling trend: its homeless population is aging. In major cities like Vancouver, the proportion of clients aged 61–65 is growing at
The British Columbia government has recently announced significant increases to its rental subsidy programs aimed at assisting seniors and low-income families. This initiative is designed
The federal government announced $17.4 million to build 44 rental homes in Squamish. The funding will come as fully repayable low-interest loans through the Apartment Construction Loan Program.
Last year featured the warmest winter on record for Canada. Should we expect another very mild winter this year? To answer this question, The Weather Network has
Seniors in British Columbia are feeling “invisible and forgotten” as they fall thorough the cracks in existing provincial support systems, their advocate says. In his
CarePatrol, the U.S.’s largest senior care solutions organization, announced the opening of its first two franchise locations in Ontario, marking a major milestone in the brand’s Canada expansion
