Hello Guy: Not sure where you may live but I just received two calls from the same number in the last hour. The CRA scam has been going on for some time now and I've received at least 20 since January 1, 2016. I continue to block their numbers but they continue to change theirs as well. The best solution: "hang up." Sadly, they have scammed some seniors who in some cases have sent their life savings. They likely operate from an overseas location as the FBI and RCMP continue to fail in locating them. By the way, the CRA does not operate in this fashion and will communicate with you by mail if they need to. They also have information on their sites about this scam. Don't ever fall for this one and any other one. Tell your family and friends.
Earlier today I reported that I received a call from phone number 613-434-1554, a couple hours later I received a call from 780-348-0100 with the EXACT same message, word for word with the 613 callback number. Here's my original report that now also apples to 780-348-0100:
A robotic voice message was left, partially cut off that said "... to complete the paper works. If you have any questions then call our tax default line at 613-434-1554. If you don't call immediately or we don't hear from your attorney then you will be sole responsible for any legal fees." I believe this to be a scam for a few reasons - Taxes aren't due in Canada until April 30th and I know for a fact that I am in good standing with the CRA and have not defaulted on any taxes. Although because the voice message was cut off I cant be sure if the caller tried to identify themselves... Be very cautious of this type of call.
On that note, when it comes to anything relating to Taxes in Canada, Please visit: http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/scrty/frdprvntn/menu-eng.html for information to protect yourself against fraud.
Hello Guy: Not sure where you may live but I just received two calls from the same number in the last hour. The CRA scam has been going on for some time now and I've received at least 20 since January 1, 2016. I continue to block their numbers but they continue to change theirs as well. The best solution: "hang up." Sadly, they have scammed some seniors who in some cases have sent their life savings. They likely operate from an overseas location as the FBI and RCMP continue to fail in locating them. By the way, the CRA does not operate in this fashion and will communicate with you by mail if they need to. They also have information on their sites about this scam. Don't ever fall for this one and any other one. Tell your family and friends.