Canada Post texts about a held package
A text says your package cannot be delivered due to an incomplete address, linking to a near-perfect fake Canada Post site.
How it works
The fake site copies Canada Post's design exactly. It asks you to confirm your address, then requests a small card payment of a dollar or two to "release" the package. The real goal is your full card number. These texts are sent in waves, so they often arrive when you really are expecting a parcel, which makes them convincing.
The tell: A small card payment to "release" a parcel. Canada Post never charges a fee by text.
What to do
- Delete the text. Canada Post never charges a fee by text to release a delivery.
- Track packages only through canadapost.ca or the retailer's own order page.
- If you entered card details, call your card company right away to block the card.
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