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Welcome to our blog! Read the latest news and insights on topics that are important to you. We know money is stressful, and connecting values and faith with your finances can be a challenge. Just like you, we care about values and want to inspire peaceful, just, and prosperous communities. We can guide you on your financial journey with socially responsible ways to help you manage your money as you give, live, owe, and grow.

Fraud Prevention

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Ticket Scams, Distraction Theft and Phishing: Protecting Yourself at Summer Events in 2026

Picture of Kindred Credit Union Kindred Credit Union: June 24, 2026, 3:03:20 p.m. EDT

This summer is shaping up to be one for the books. The FIFA World Cup is drawing massive crowds, concerts are selling out across Canada, and...

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Too Good to Be True? Seven Red Flags of Crypto and Investment Scams

Picture of Kindred Credit Union Kindred Credit Union: March 24, 2026, 8:00:00 a.m. EDT

Have you come across an online investment opportunity that seemed too good to be true? If you have, you’re not alone. According to the Canadian...

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A Growing Threat: Payment Redirection Fraud

Picture of Kindred Credit Union Kindred Credit Union: March 18, 2026, 7:00:00 a.m. EDT

Fraudsters are intercepting emails and impersonating trusted contacts - vendors, service providers, or even employees and colleagues - to send...

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Think Before You Click: 7 Ways to Protect Your Personal Info and Finances from Phishing, Vishing and Smishing Scams

Picture of Care Lucas Care Lucas: November 17, 2025, 11:40:41 a.m. EST

Canadians lose billions of dollars to fraud and scams every year, much of it through phishing, vishing, and smishing—social engineering scams...

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Protecting What Matters: Staying Ahead of Fraud

Picture of Krystal Duff Krystal Duff: July 4, 2025, 11:06:42 a.m. EDT

At Kindred Credit Union, we care deeply about the wellbeing of our members. One growing concern is fraud, which can affect anyone (yes, even you),...

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Fraud Prevention Month: Tips to Protect Your Accounts

Picture of Krystal Duff Krystal Duff: March 1, 2025, 3:08:08 p.m. EST

Your financial accounts are more than just numbers—they’re a big part of your peace of mind. That’s why keeping them secure should always be a...

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Don’t Get Caught – Fraud Doesn’t Discriminate

Picture of Krystal Duff Krystal Duff: March 1, 2025, 3:07:51 p.m. EST

Fraud doesn’t discriminate; it can happen to anyone. Just because you’re comfortable using the internet or think you are technology-savvy doesn’t...

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What Scams are On Social Media and How Can I Recognize Them?

Picture of Krystal Duff Krystal Duff: March 1, 2025, 3:07:38 p.m. EST

Fraud is an ever-present threat in our increasingly digital world. Scams are constantly changing and fraudsters have become experts at targeting us...

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How Fraudsters Build Scams and Use Urgency to Trick You

Picture of Krystal Duff Krystal Duff: March 1, 2025, 3:07:23 p.m. EST

Fraudsters are skilled at using emotional manipulation to trick people into acting against their best judgment. Two common tactics they employ are...

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(FAQ) Frequently Asked Questions About Protecting Yourself from Fraud and Scams

Picture of Kindred Credit Union Kindred Credit Union: February 4, 2025, 11:09:52 a.m. EST

Kindred Credit Union answers some of your most frequently asked questions about protecting your accounts and online information from attempted fraud,...

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