Telemarketing Scams

The telephone rings. A telemarketer says you’ve won a dream vacation or a cash prize. These calls are not only intrusive and annoying, they are often made by people who are trying to cheat you.

Phony telemarketers cheat Ontario consumers out of millions of dollars each year. While you may not be able to avoid all unsolicited calls, you can learn how to spot the ones that may be a fraud.

1-900 Numbers
Any time you call a 1-900 number, there's a minimum charge