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Patrick Desrochers

@pat_drock

Proud public servant. CPA, CMA. Passionate about risk management and performance measurement. My views are my own.

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Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (@canantifraud) 's Twitter Profile Photo

(2/2) Remember to never click on links. If the message includes some of your personal information, protect your identity by following the steps listed here: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/scams-fraudes/… #kNOwfraud #showmetheFRAUD #BeScamSmart

Canada Revenue Agency (@canrevagency) 's Twitter Profile Photo

🚨 #Scam alert! 🚨 If you get a text with a link claiming to be from us, and it contains personal information like your name, date of birth, or Social Insurance Number (SIN), it’s a scam! [1/4] ⬇️

🚨 #Scam alert! 🚨

If you get a text with a link claiming to be from us, and it contains personal information like your name, date of birth, or Social Insurance Number (SIN), it’s a scam! [1/4] ⬇️
Patrick Desrochers (@pat_drock) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Bank of Canada is discovering that explaining risk to Canadians is actually difficult | CBC News cbc.ca/news/business/…

Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (@canantifraud) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The theme of this year’s Fraud Prevention Month is “Tricks of the trade: What’s in a fraudster’s toolbox?”. For more information on this year's theme and how to recognize fraudster's tools: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/features-vedet… #FPM2023 #kNOwfraud #showmetheFRAUD #BeScamSmart #Take5 #Tell2

The theme of this year’s Fraud Prevention Month is “Tricks of the trade: What’s in a fraudster’s toolbox?”. For more information on this year's theme and how to recognize fraudster's tools: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/features-vedet… #FPM2023 #kNOwfraud #showmetheFRAUD #BeScamSmart #Take5 #Tell2
Global Edmonton (@globaledmonton) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Alberta continues exploring the idea of establishing its own pension plan program and tax revenue agency, but critics aren't convinced either is a good idea. trib.al/71HNbxp

Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (@canantifraud) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We are receiving reports where suspects are sending letters to victims claiming to be from the CAFC. Please remember that the CAFC never sends letters which threaten arrests or asking you for personal information. More info: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/protect-proteg… #kNOwfraud #BeScamSmart

We are receiving reports where suspects are sending letters to victims claiming to be from the CAFC.  Please remember that the CAFC never sends letters which threaten arrests or asking you for personal information. More info: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/protect-proteg… #kNOwfraud  #BeScamSmart
Secretary Janet Yellen (Archived) (@secyellen) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I just received a demo of the upcoming IRS Direct File tool. The IRS has built an impressive product that will give taxpayers a secure option to file their taxes online for free. This pilot program will start small in 2024, to allow the IRS to test it and learn from taxpayers.

I just received a demo of the upcoming IRS Direct File tool. The IRS has built an impressive product that will give taxpayers a secure option to file their taxes online for free. This pilot program will start small in 2024, to allow the IRS to test it and learn from taxpayers.
Sahil Kapur (@sahilkapur) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Staggering statistic 👇 “The audit rate of millionaires fell by more than 70% from 2010 to 2019 and the audit rate on large corporations fell by more than 50%,” AP reports, per Treasury data. apnews.com/article/irs-ta…

Mercedes Stephenson (@mercedesglobal) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The RCMP is under a significant cyber attack, something confirmed by the RCMP. The attack does not appear have resulted in compromised information but IT investigation is still ongoing. There is also a criminal investigation into who is behind this attack.

Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (@canantifraud) 's Twitter Profile Photo

🚨Alert! CAFC is getting reports of text messages claiming to be from Canada Revenue Agency, using the victim’s full name and SIN, and asking for payment. Remember that the CRA won't ask for a payment via text message! For more info: canada.ca/en/revenue-age… #BeScamSmart

🚨Alert! CAFC is getting reports of text messages claiming to be from <a href="/CanRevAgency/">Canada Revenue Agency</a>, using the victim’s full name and SIN, and asking for payment. Remember that the CRA won't ask for a payment via text message! For more info: canada.ca/en/revenue-age… #BeScamSmart
Ashley Schapitl (@ashleyschapitl) 's Twitter Profile Photo

NEWS: Treasury and the IRS are announcing today that Direct File is here to stay. Direct File will be a permanent, free option to save taxpayers ⏰ and 💵. We are inviting all 50 states and D.C. to join Direct File in 2025. All thanks to President Donald J. Trump Inflation Reduction Act. 👏

Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (@canantifraud) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The CAFC is seeing an increase in reporting where fraudsters are using deepfake technology. The deepfake videos are impersonating politicians, celebrities, and news anchors. For more information on deepfakes: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/features-vedet… #kNOwfraud #BeScamSmart

The CAFC is seeing an increase in reporting where fraudsters are using deepfake technology. The deepfake videos are impersonating politicians, celebrities, and news anchors. For more information on deepfakes: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/features-vedet… #kNOwfraud #BeScamSmart
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⚠️ID Theft is stealing personal information while ID Fraud is using that stolen info to commit crimes or gain benefits. Safeguard your identity and stay vigilant! Visit: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/scams-fraudes/… #CyberSecurity #GetCyberSafe #CyberMonth2024

⚠️ID Theft is stealing personal information while ID Fraud is using that stolen info to commit crimes or gain benefits. Safeguard your identity and stay vigilant! Visit: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/scams-fraudes/…  
#CyberSecurity #GetCyberSafe #CyberMonth2024
Canada Revenue Agency (@canrevagency) 's Twitter Profile Photo

💻 There are a number of cyber security threats online. Be wary of suspicious links or phishing scams when interacting with others in the comments on our posts. Learn more here 👉 ow.ly/8GiZ50TNsZM #CyberMonth2024 #GetCyberSafe #CdnTax

💻 There are a number of cyber security threats online. Be wary of suspicious links or phishing scams when interacting with others in the comments on our posts. 

Learn more here 👉 ow.ly/8GiZ50TNsZM #CyberMonth2024 #GetCyberSafe #CdnTax
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (@canantifraud) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In 2024, the CAFC received fraud reports amounting to an astounding $638 million in losses. Unfortunately, this marks another increase in reported losses. For more information on how to protect yourself from fraud: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm #kNOwfraud #showmetheFRAUD #BeScamSmart

In 2024, the CAFC received fraud reports amounting to an astounding $638 million in losses. Unfortunately, this marks another increase in reported losses. For more information on how to protect yourself from fraud: antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm #kNOwfraud #showmetheFRAUD #BeScamSmart