Recent reports show a spike in messages that masquerade as official agency notices, often promising unexpected funds and using fake URLs. Recipients should treat any unsolicited claim of money, especially those that cite government bodies, with caution. Verify the source by visiting the official website directly—never click embedded links. Look for tell‑tale signs like misspelled agency names, urgent language, and unfamiliar domains. If you suspect a scam, block the number, report it to your carrier, and forward the details to the relevant consumer protection agency. Staying skeptical and double‑checking can stop these fraud attempts before they cost you time or money.
The caller informed the recipient that they were the winner of $2000 for the month of August.
This is a scam, i recieved a text message with a fake url, claiming to be the CRA, saying i have funding, but i dont think so.