Competition Bureau warns students about fraudsters offering fake rentals

The Competition Bureau of Canada is warning post-secondary students about the increasing popularity of fraudulent rental scams, just as many are preparing to head back-to-school.
The bureau notes fraudsters use social media or online classified platforms like Kijiji to post an attractive listing in a sought=after area. The listings often boast about the unit’s great amenities and usually have a low rental price, aimed at drawing attention.
Scammers often use photos from an old listing