Local police are reminding to beware of fraud.
As March is Fraud Prevention Month, Ontario Provincial Police are warning about a variety of frauds and scams, with Superior East OPP Constable Ashley Nickle noting there's been "quite an increase" in reported frauds in this region.
Nickle says most local reports saw technology as a key part.
Nickle also warns there is a demographic factor.
Nickle advises against signing a contract without an expert's opinion, using a complex password that can't be easily guessed, not opening email attachments or clicking links from people you don't know, staying "extra cautious" when buying or selling online, never giving personal information over the phone unless it's someone you called, contact your bank if you notice any suspicious activity on your account or credit card, and report any fraud to the OPP or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.