Victim Recovery Guide

Already been targeted by a scammer? This free, step-by-step guide walks you through exactly what to do right now, from contacting your bank to filing a police report.

What is the Victim Recovery Guide?

The Victim Recovery Guide is a free, downloadable PDF designed for anyone who has been targeted by fraud. Written in plain language with large, legible type, it provides clear, actionable steps you can take immediately.

What is inside

Immediate actions: who to call first, what to document, how to freeze accounts
Reporting fraud: step-by-step instructions for the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre and local police
Protecting remaining accounts: password changes, credit monitoring, identity theft prevention
Emotional recovery: it is not your fault, and you are not alone

Who is it for?

Anyone who has experienced fraud, or anyone who wants to be prepared in case it happens. The guide is designed for adults 65+ and newcomers to Canada, but the steps apply to everyone.

The guide is AODA-compliant, available as an accessible PDF, and can be printed for reference.

Protect yourself and your family

Download the free Victim Recovery Guide or learn how Stop the Rush can protect your community.

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