PROTECT YOURSELF, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR MONEY; REPORT FRAUD AND SCAMS.

Because there is no easy way to prevent fraud, awareness is probably the best defense. There are many things we can do to prevents ourselves from Fraud but we should always use our best judgment in all transactions. Help us and our communities stop fraud. If you receive a suspicious email, or are the victim of a scam or an investment fraud, email law enforcement right away. We support law enforcement agencies in the prosecution of scams artists, Internet criminals and fraudulent business people and advsisors. Please report any suspicious companies or individuals related to scams or investments frauds.

Fraud Resources: Visit the sites below to report any fraud or scams.

• Internet Fraud Complaint Center (IFCC) www.ic3.gov/
• Better Business Bureau (BBB) www.bbb.org
• Federal Trade Commission(FTC) www.ftc.gov
• Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) www.sec.gov
• National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) www.nicb.org
• L'Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) www.lautorite.qc.ca