OT: March Declared "Fraud Prevention Month" in Canada and Around the World (fwd)

[Scott Elcomb]

Thought some folks on the list might have some thoughts on this.

One of most important items for me is how gov't, law enforcement, and
both the private and public sectors from around the world can work
together.  Personally, I think this is a good solid step forward.

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From: INDUSTRY-INDUSTRIE <Industrie-Industry-3JS968At9U0 at public.gmane.org>
Date: Mar 1, 2006 11:01 AM
Subject: March Declared "Fraud Prevention Month" in Canada and Around the World
To: "Undisclosed Recipients at ICGC"
<IMCEANOTES-Undisclosed+20Recipients+40ICGC-3JS968At9U0 at public.gmane.org>

Date: 2006-03-01

OTTAWA, March 1, 2006 -- Law enforcement agencies from Canada and the
United States joined forces today, in Ottawa, to officially launch
Fraud Prevention Month and explain how partnerships are key in
fighting the global scourge of fraud.

"Fraud is a serious problem that undermines consumer confidence and
drains billions from legitimate markets around the world.  It cannot
be solved by law enforcement alone," said Sheridan Scott, Commissioner
of Competition.  "As Chair of the Fraud Prevention Forum, we  work
closely with partners in law enforcement, consumer and volunteer
groups, government and the private sector to fight fraud aimed at
consumers and businesses."

During the month of March, Fraud Prevention Forum (FPF) members will
raise awareness of the dangers of fraud, while educating the public on
how to "Recognize it, Report it and Stop it."  Millions of printed
fraud prevention material will be distributed and public service
announcements will air across the country, in English and French.

"The concept of crime prevention is to prevent victimization. By
educating and involving the community in crime prevention initiatives,
it is anticipated that we will see a reduction in crime," said
Detective Superintendent Bob Goodall, OPP Anti-Rackets Section.  "It
is essential that law enforcement, the private sector and consumers
work together to identify, apprehend and prosecute those responsible
and to prevent future occurrences."

The FPF's reach is international. This month, over 24 countries who
form the International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network
have committed to raising public awareness worldwide, with their own
Fraud Prevention Month campaigns.

"Law enforcement agencies are very concerned about financial crime and
we are working diligently with our domestic and international partners
to combat this transnational problem," said Wayne Watson, Chief
Superintendent, RCMP.

"People operating frauds are increasingly using international borders
to try to escape the consequences of their actions," said C. Steven
Baker, Director of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's Midwest Region.
"The U.S. and Canada are leading the world in showing that we can work
together and protect consumers on both sides of the border."

To report incidence of fraud or to learn more about how to protect
themselves from fraud, Canadians can call PhoneBusters, the national
anti-fraud call centre, at 1-888-495-8501.

Canadians can also report fraud on-line through Reporting Economic
Crime Online (RECOL) at www.recol.ca. RECOL is an RCMP initiative that
involves an integrated partnership between international, federal and
provincial law enforcement agencies and the private sector.  In
addition, citizens are encouraged to contact their local police.

For a complete list of FPF partners, please visit
www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/fraud.
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Scott Elcomb
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