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Service NL
December 18, 2013

Families and Communities Encouraged
to Safeguard Against Fraud

Minister Warns Against the Dangers of Fraud

Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are encouraged to remain cautious when providing personal information online, while shopping, or when considering investment transactions.

“People are very busy this time of the year and with the rush to get presents and other items they can sometimes let their guard down. Identity theft, consumer and investment fraud are very real threats and there have been cases where people have lost significant amounts of money. The best form of defence against scams of any kind is education and awareness.”
- The Honourable Dan Crummell, Minister of Service NL

Lists of authorized individuals and companies that sell real estate, insurance, prepaid funerals and provide mortgage brokering services in this province are available online at www.servicenl.gov.nl.ca. As well, consumers can check the registration of individuals and companies that sell securities at the National Registration Search at www.csa-acvm.ca . If after checking, consumers are still unsure whether an individual or company is legitimate, they are encouraged to contact Service NL at servicenlinfo@gov.nl.ca or 709-729-2602.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is committed to supporting important social programs, strong communities and the health and well-being of children, families and seniors.

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Media contact:
Vanessa Colman-Sadd
Director of Communications
Service NL
709-729-4860, 682-6593
vanessacolmansadd@gov.nl.ca 

2013 12 18             11:50 a.m.

 
 
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