Fraud

A scam, or consumer fraud, occurs when someone lies or deceives to make a profit or to gain an advantage from someone else’s loss. Identity theft is a type of consumer fraud. These resources can help you to recognize a possible scam, to protect yourself from fraud and to learn what you can do if you have been a victim of fraud.

The resources on this page were hand-picked by the Centre for Public Legal Education Alberta's staff as a good place to start.

You may also find helpful resources listed under the legal topic: Consumer protection and fraud