Crime Prevention

Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking

Human Trafficking

Human trafficking involves the recruitment, transportation, harbouring and/ or exercising control, direction or influence over the movements of a person in order to exploit that person, typically through sexual exploitation or forced labour.

Human trafficking is an offence under the Criminal Code of Canada and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.

Frauds and Scams

Frauds and Scams

Frauds and Scams

Every year we see more than 2,000 frauds and scams in Hamilton making them a key concern for police. It is important to stay informed about ongoing fraud scams in order to better protect yourself against becoming a victim.

If you are a community group or organization interested in learning more about fraud and fraud prevention, you can request an educational seminar from one of our investigators.