How do I report fraud in Ottawa?
Sarah Martinez
Updated on January 17, 2026
If you know or suspect that someone is committing fraud, contact us at 613-236-1222, ext. 5433 or you can report it anonymously online to Crime stoppers or by calling 613-233-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-222-8477.
What government agency handles scams?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the main agency that collects scam reports.
Who do you report phone scams to?
To report a fraud, call Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or use our online fraud reporting tool.
Do I have to report fraud to the police?
Do you have to report fraud to the police? No. Government encourages the voluntary reporting of fraud and cybercrime to law enforcement agencies, particularly Action Fraud, to help build a better national intelligence picture and to create advice to stop others from falling victim.
What do you do if you know someone is committing fraud?
Contact the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-FTC-HELP, 1-877-ID-THEFT, or online at Contact the National Center for Disaster Fraud at (866) 720-5721, by fax at (225) 334-4707 or submit a complaint through the NCDF Web Complaint Form.
Does filing a complaint with the ftc do anything?
The FTC cannot resolve individual complaints, but it can provide information about what steps to take. The FTC says that complaints can help it and its law enforcement partners detect patterns of fraud and abuse, which may lead to investigations and stopping unfair business practices.
How to report fraud to Ottawa Police Service?
Keep all documentation until it is requested by an Investigator. If you have provided personal information but have not lost any money, please contact the Call Centre at 613-236-1222, extension 7300 to file a report as a report cannot be filed online.
Where can I report a fraud in Canada?
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre — provides valuable assistance to law enforcement agencies by identifying connections among seemingly unrelated cases
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