Beware of Scams that Target International Students
Sep 6, 2023
Please be aware of scams targeting international students and their families. Quick tips for staying safe:
- Government agencies will never force you to stay on the phone or prohibit you from contacting friends/family or legal advice.
- Only trust numbers you know.
- Official government agencies will never use text or email to contact you.
- You or your family will never be threatened by an official government agency.
- Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada will never contact you to collect fees or fines and say it is to avoid deportation or consequences.
- You will never be asked to make large cash withdrawals, purchase gift cards, Bitcoin or make a money transfer by an official agency.
- If you are unsure of the caller’s identity, never give out any personal information.
If you think you have been a target of a scam, please reach out to a member of the CNC staff or the RCMP.
Important Contacts
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
Toll Free: 1-888-495-8501
College of New Caledonia International Education
Phone: 250-561-5857