Melinda Baker

Almost all (89%) feel confident they can spot fraud, but more than half (52%) admit to risky behaviours.

As fraud attempts continue to rise across Canada, a TD survey reveals a growing disconnect between confidence and behaviour – one that may be leaving Canadians more exposed than they realize. While most Canadians polled believe they can identify scams, many are still engaging in risky habits that could increase their vulnerability.

Key findings from this TD survey:

• 46% of Canadians encounter scams or fraud attempts weekly or even daily
• Nearly one-quarter (24%) say they or a family member have been the victim of financial fraud or scams in the past year
• 89% feel confident in their ability to spot fraud
• 52% admit to behaviours that could make them more vulnerable to fraud, including:
• Using public Wi-Fi to access personal or financial accounts
• Opening email attachments from unknown senders
• Clicking links in texts or emails before verifying the source
• Downloading apps or software from unfamiliar sites
• 41% say they never consult resources or educate themselves on fraud prevention

https://stories.td.com/ca/en/news/2026-07-28-canadians-27-confidence-in-spotting-fraud-may-be-increasing-th