The “Canada Pension Network Hub” is the name used in SCAM videos and webpages circulating online that promote false information about Canadian retirement benefits. The actual Government of Canada has issued multiple warnings about these fraudulent attempts to steal personal and financial information.
Key Information on the Scam
- Scammers use videos and webpages to spread false or misleading information about Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) benefits, often promising extra money or “hubs” to access funds.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used to create highly convincing but fake videos impersonating government officials or news anchors.
- The government never sends unsolicited emails or text messages with links asking for your personal or financial information. The official Government of Canada websites for accurate information are Canada.ca or Canada.ca/Seniors.
- Common red flags of a scam include demands for immediate payment, threatening language, requests for payment via cryptocurrency or gift cards, or links that ask for sensitive information.
Reporting Scams
If you encounter such a scam or have provided any personal information, you should report it to the proper authorities:
- Contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre online or by calling 1-888-495-8501.
