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| IDENTITY THEFT |
| Equifax This is one of the two main credit reporting agencies in Canada. If you are the victim of identify theft you should contact both credit reporting agencies. 1-800-465-7166 |
| TransUnion This is one of the two main credit reporting agencies in Canada. If you are the victim of identify theft you should contact both credit reporting agencies. 1-877-525-3823 |
| Safe Canada Safe Canada is opeateted by the Canadian government and offers a wide range of information and resources on fraud and privacy. |
| Phone Busters If you are the victim of identity theft or a fraud contact Phone Busters, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Call Centre, which is jointly operated by the RCMP and the OPP. 1-888-495-8501 |
| Keeping Your Identity Your Own (Article) |
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| Identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information to commit a crime. |
| The Law & You offers general comments on legal matters of concern to business and individuals. The articles are not intendend to provide legal advice or opinions. Readers should seek professional legal advice on the particular legal issues which concern them. ©2006 Kimberly Walsh, Cornwall, Ontario, Canada |
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