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Identity theft happens when someone takes the personal information of another person and uses it without their knowledge or consent. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in Canada and can happen to anyone. By being aware of the issue and by managing your personal information wisely, you can help guard against identity theft. | Identity theft happens when someone takes the personal information of another person and uses it without their knowledge or consent. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in Canada and can happen to anyone. By being aware of the issue and by managing your personal information wisely, you can help guard against identity theft. | ||
==What does identity theft mean?== | ==What does identity theft mean?== | ||
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Identity thieves steal your name and other pieces of personal information such as address, date of birth, Social Insurance Number (SIN), credit card numbers, bank numbers, online passwords, calling cards, birth certificates, passports, and your mother’s maiden name. | Identity thieves steal your name and other pieces of personal information such as address, date of birth, Social Insurance Number (SIN), credit card numbers, bank numbers, online passwords, calling cards, birth certificates, passports, and your mother’s maiden name. | ||
