The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment in Prince Edward County is partnering with local banks to host “Officer in the Branch” events to provide residents with practical tips on avoiding scams and protecting their finances.
The first sessions will take place on January 28, 2026, at Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) in Picton, followed by February 25, at Bank of Montreal (BMO) in Picton, and March 25, at Scotiabank in Picton. Each event will run from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
During these sessions, an OPP Community Engagement Officer will be available to answer questions and share advice on common scams such as gift card frauds, grandparent scams and phishing scams. The initiative is designed to help protect residents where they bank and support local banks in safeguarding the community.
In the meantime, if you believe you’ve been targeted or have fallen victim to a scam, report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or online at www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca. You can also contact the Prince Edward County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
