Identity Theft Awareness

"Identity Theft has quickly become the crime of the century, far surpassing counterfeiting and the illicit drug trade with losses exceeding billions of dollars".

Organized crime is rapidly moving away from the drug and other illicit trades to this more lucrative area where it is easier for them to operate and make money. In 2006, 7 800 cases of Identity Theft were reported for losses of $19 million.

The Yarmouth Town and County Crime Prevention Association were invited to participate in a provincial Identity Theft Awareness training session in Halifax in January 2009. This session was provided by the Privacy Commissioner of Canada, and the Minister of Justice, to the members of of the NS Crime Prevention Association. As a result of this session the YTCCPA now have trained volunteer members and the resources available to educate our community on this very important topic.

Detailed presentations are available on the these topics........

Identity Theft Awareness introduction

Identity Theft for Business

Identity Theft for Youth

Identity Theft - Consumer Tips

Identity Theft and the Internet

Contact us today and make arrangements for the YTCCPA to deliver a Identity Theft Awareness presentation to your group or business.