How Can I Place a Fraud Alert on My Equifax Credit Report?
There are two types of fraud and identity theft alerts you can proactively - or reactively - place on your Equifax credit report.
How to Protect Your Identity When You Have a Lost Wallet
A lost wallet can put your finances and identity at risk. Being prepared can help you act fast to cancel your bank and credit cards to minimize the risk to your future.
Why is Cybersecurity Important?
To a hacker or fraudster, your devices are a treasure trove of information. Learn about some of the cyber threats you could face, and why cybersecurity is important.
What Do I Do After a Data Breach?
Millions of people have had their information stolen among the dozens of breaches that have happened over the past few years. Understand what information was compromised and how to protect yourself against further attacks against your identity.
Shopping Online? Help Keep Your Identity and Financial Information Safe
It can help you avoid crowds and traffic, but shopping online can also put you at risk of identity theft or fraud. Here are some suggestions to help you browse more safely.
Survey: What Steps Do You Take to Help Protect Your Personal Information?
Canadians are taking some steps to help protect their personal information, but aren't adopting other habits, an Equifax survey finds -- despite the fact that threats of identity theft and fraud are on the rise.
Types of Identity Theft
Fraud, including identity theft, can happen to anyone. Learn more about different types of identity theft and what you can do to help protect against it.
5 Traveling Habits that Can Put You at Risk of Identity Theft
No matter where you're traveling, certain habits can put you at risk of identity theft. Here are 5 habits to break.
Helping Protect Seniors From Fraud and Identity Theft
Fraud is the top crime against older Canadians. Make sure the seniors in your life are aware of fraud and identity theft risks and steps they can take to help protect themselves.
COVID + Credit: Your Credit Questions Answered
COVID-19 has had several effects on Canadians' finances and jobs. Learn more about its potential impacts on your credit scores and credit reports.
I Was A Victim Of ID Theft. What Should I Do?
Learn how to spot scammers and protect your personal information today
Scammers often use creative tactics to get your personal information. We take a look at some common techniques so you won’t get tricked by these scary scams.
Can an Identity Thief Steal Your Home?
How Can I Help Protect Myself from Identity Theft?
Learn about steps you should consider taking to better protect your personal information.
What is Phishing? Recognizing Phishing Attempts Before It's Too Late
The goal of phishing is to get you to take the bait -- and hand over personal or financial information. Learn more about how to recognize a phishing scam when you see one.
How To Spot Signs Of ID Theft
What Is Identity Theft?
Learn more about identity theft and how identity thieves can use your personal information for financial gain.
Holiday shopping tips to save money and help protect your identity
From shopping sales to homemade gifts, there are plenty of ways to show your loved ones you care without breaking the bank, or putting yourself at risk of identity theft.
Learn how you can help protect your child’s identity while they’re away at school
Being away at college or university is full of firsts, but you don’t want one of those to be identity theft. Learn how to help protect your child’s identity while they’re away at school.
How Does Identity Theft Happen?
Identity thieves have gotten more sophisticated in their methods. Check out this list of ways identity theft may occur.
Don’t Let ID Thieves Ruin Your Holiday Season
Identity thieves don’t take time off during the holiday season. We have tips to help you stay vigilant and help protect your identity — at any time of year.
4 Things to Do if Your Credit or Debit Card is Lost
If you can't find your credit or debit card, you may be worried about the possibility of fraudulent charges. Here are four steps you can take right away.