Not sure if the person calling is really from the Workers Compensation Board?
Scammers may impersonate us to try to access your personal information. There are ways you can protect yourself from scams and fraud:
- Be suspicious if you receive an unexpected call asking for your personal, financial, or account information, even if the caller says they are from the WCB. Do not share personal information, such as claim or banking details, over the phone unless you are certain it is the WCB.
- If something doesn’t feel right – hang up and contact the WCB using our publicly listed number: 902-368-5680 or 1-800-237-5049 toll-free in Atlantic Canada.
- If you've shared personal or financial information and think you may have been targeted by a scam, contact your bank or financial institution right away and report the incident to the appropriate authorities.
Visit the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security for more tips to spot and avoid phishing scams.