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Jasper RCMP received at least a dozen complaints about fraud over the course of one week in May.

Although the nature of the incidents vary, the majority of the complaints involve people impersonating the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

According to police, the bulk of the fraudulent calls are believed to have come from outside the country, making it difficult to investigate, however the RCMP will be making a concerted effort to address the recent spike in complaints.

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In a big nod to the escalating problem of tax-related identity theft, the House on May 16 passed a bipartisan bill that imposes a variety of new protective measures and programs to thwart the thieves.

Here’s a snapshot of the bill’s mandates:

Tax-Related Identity Theft Bill Clears House In a big nod to the escalating problem of tax-related identity theft, the House on May 16 passed a bipartisan bill that imposes a variety of new protective measures and programs to thwart the thieves.

A 41-year-old housekeeper is facing multiple theft and fraud-related charges in connection with the Oakville dwelling where she was employed. Earlier this month an Oakville resident contacted police stating that between January 2016 and April 2016 around $20,000 worth of jewelry had been stolen from her residence.

Housekeeper charged with identity theft and stealing $20,000 worth of jewelry from Oakville residenc OAKVILLE- A 41-year-old housekeeper is facing multiple theft and fraud-related charges in connection with the Oakville dwelling where she was employed.