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Job Scams Soar: Canadians Lose $47 Million in 2024
3/19/2025
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Story summary
- Job scams have surged, with FTC reports showing a nearly threefold increase from 2020 to 2024.
- The Better Business Bureau urges job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited offers and personal information requests.
- Canadians lost $47 million to employment scams in 2024, a significant rise from $7 million in 2022.
- Experts recommend verifying job listings on official company websites and avoiding any monetary requests from employers.
