Lions Security Incorporated

SCAM ALERT: PROTECTING YOUR MONEY AND PERSONAL INFORMATION IN PRINCE ALBERT

Financial scams are increasing across Canada—and Prince Albert is not exempt.

At Lions Security Incorporated, we are seeing a growing number of reports involving fraudulent text messages, emails, and phone calls targeting both individuals and businesses.

These scams are becoming more sophisticated—and more convincing.

HOW THESE SCAMS WORK

Fraudsters often pretend to be trusted organizations such as banks, including TD Bank.

They may:

Send text messages claiming suspicious activity on your account
Call pretending to be bank representatives
Email links that look official but are designed to steal your information

Their goal is simple:
Get access to your personal or financial information

IMPORTANT REMINDER

Your bank will NEVER:

Ask for your password or PIN
Request full account details by phone or text
Demand immediate action or payment under pressure

If you receive a message or call asking for this information:

It is very likely a scam

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO

If you receive a suspicious message or call:

STOP

Do not click links or respond to the message

VERIFY

Contact your bank directly using their official number

DO NOT SHARE

Never give out personal or banking information

IF YOU HAVE BEEN TARGETED OR COMPROMISED

Take action immediately:

Contact your bank right away
Report suspicious emails to: [email protected]
Monitor your accounts for unusual activity
Inform family members—especially seniors who may be more vulnerable

A COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY

Scams do not only affect individuals—they impact:

Families
Businesses
The broader community

At Lions Security Incorporated, we believe security goes beyond physical presence.

It includes:

Awareness
Prevention
Education
FINAL WORD

If something feels off, trust your instincts.

Fraudsters rely on urgency, fear, and confusion.
Taking a moment to verify can protect your finances and identity.

Lions Security Incorporated

Protecting Properties. Protecting Lives.

866-275-0224
lionsgi.ca

CYBER ALERT: SCAM CALLS & PHISHING ON THE RISE IN PRINCE ALBERT

Good morning Prince Albert, and Happy Easter Monday.

We want to bring an important community safety update to your attention.

There has been a noticeable increase in scam calls, phishing emails, and fraudulent messages targeting individuals and businesses across our region.

These scams are becoming more sophisticated—often appearing to come from trusted institutions like BMO Bank of Montreal or other legitimate organizations.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Scammers may:

Spoof phone numbers (caller ID looks real)
Send emails that look official
Request urgent action to create panic
Ask for sensitive information (banking, passwords, verification codes)
PROTECT YOURSELF – FOLLOW THE “STOP, CALL, VERIFY” RULE
STOP
Do NOT click links
Do NOT share personal or financial information
Do NOT act on pressure or urgency
CALL
Contact your bank directly using a trusted number
Use the number on the back of your debit/credit card
Or visit the official website (e.g., BMO.com)
VERIFY
Confirm if the request is legitimate before taking action
If unsure, speak to a trusted advisor or your bank representative
REMEMBER

If you receive:

An unexpected phone call
A suspicious text or email
A request for screen sharing or login details

End the conversation immediately.
Do NOT engage.

Even if it looks real—it could be fake.

LIONS SECURITY PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY

At Lions Security Incorporated, we are seeing an increase in social engineering tactics—where criminals manipulate individuals into giving away information.

This is no longer just a “tech issue”—
It is a real security threat affecting businesses and the community daily.

COMMUNITY FIRST

If you are unsure about any message or call:

✔ Speak to your bank directly
✔ Reach out to a trusted professional
✔ Report suspicious activity

It is always better to verify than to recover from fraud.

FINAL WORD

Scammers rely on speed, fear, and confusion.
Your best defense is awareness, patience, and verification.

STAY ALERT. STAY SAFE. PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION.

– Lions Security Incorporated
Protecting Properties. Protecting Lives.