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Gen Z less concerned about fraud and identity theft according to Equifax Canada survey

Checking your credit reports remains one of the best ways to spot identity theft

TORONTO, ON (Feb. 28, 2022) – While most Canadians agree (90 per cent) that fraud and identity theft is a serious issue, Gen Z (adults aged 18-24) are more likely to say that identity theft is not likely to happen to them (29 per cent versus 16 per cent of the general population) according to a recent consumer survey conducted by Equifax Canada in advance of Fraud Prevention Month.
Only 75 per cent of Gen Z agree that fraud and identity theft is a serious issue. They are also less likely to agree compared to their older counterparts when it comes to statements like companies need to do a better job in protecting their personal information (68 per cent versus 88 per cent), that they have responsibility to protect their personal information (71 per cent versus 87 cent), and that governments should increase penalties for fraud and identity theft (68 per cent versus 86 per cent). They are also significantly less likely to agree that the government needs to do a better job educating people about ways to protect their personal information (73 per cent versus 83 per cent of the general population).
“Regardless of age, most people want their government to do a better job educating about fraud and identity theft,” said Julie Kuzmic, Equifax Canada’s Senior Compliance Officer, Consumer Advocacy. “It’s very clear that better communication is needed to warn younger generations about the dangers associated with fraud and identity theft. Criminals engaged in this type of crime can be quick to prey upon people who don’t have their defenses up. All generations and companies of all sizes should be doing their utmost to prevent and detect these crimes. One of the best ways for consumers to do this is to routinely check their credit reports for any suspicious activity. You can request a free copy of your Equifax credit report by phone, mail, in person, and online.”

STOPPING FRAUD BEFORE IT HAPPENS

The survey findings also make it clear that fear and vulnerability are stronger for older generations whether it’s online, on-the-go, at home or in-store. Importantly, there is substantial recognition that you can be quite vulnerable online, which is consistent across the generations. Gen Z, however, is once again less concerned and significantly less likely to take steps to prevent fraud before it happens.
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AGE
AGREEMENT WITH THE FOLLOWING
Total
18-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55-64
65+
I’m screening my calls more to avoid calls from fraudsters
70%
54%
73%
69%
73%
72%
71%
I’m reviewing my credit card and bank statements more closely for signs of fraud
69%
52%
63%
67%
69%
73%
80%
I’m getting more fraudulent phone calls
63%
58%
68%
66%
67%
62%
57%
I’m changing my online passwords more frequently
53%
43%
53%
50%
56%
53%
59%
I have checked my credit report more frequently
45%
47%
49%
45%
44%
42%
45%
As the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way Canadians work, learn, shop, and interact, 70 per cent say they are screening their calls more to avoid calls from fraudsters (63 per cent say they’re receiving these calls more frequently). A similar number (69 per cent) are reviewing their credit card and bank statements more closely for signs of fraud, with women, those aged 55+, and Quebecers significantly more likely to say this. Half (53 per cent) are changing their online passwords more often and roughly four-in-ten are checking their credit reports more (45 per cent). Quebecers are significantly more likely to have checked their credit reports more, are less likely to have screened their calls, feel they are getting more fraudulent calls, and feel more at risk to fraud and identity thieves compared to those in the rest of Canada.
Two-factor authentication (a method of verifying a person’s identity by using an additional factor such as sending a PIN via email or text) is becoming more popular with 35 per cent of consumers using it now versus 26 per cent two years ago. Nearly eight-in-ten (78 per cent) say they would be more likely to choose an organization/retailer that used multiple steps to protect their information, although half as many (34 per cent) would prefer an organization/retailer that had fewer steps to verify who they are, especially men and those under age 55.

KNOWING WHAT TO DO AND WHERE TO GET INFORMATION

While most Canadians (77 per cent) are taking multiple steps to protect their personal information, more than half wouldn’t know what to do (56 per cent) if there was fraud committed in their name. Two-thirds (63 per cent) of Canadians get advice about how to protect their personal information from at least one source (39 per cent check out two or more) with using banks (33 per cent) and credit card companies (27 per cent) as their source of information, slightly ahead of other experts. Two-in-ten currently get this information from credit bureaus such as Equifax (20 per cent), or from mainstream media (19 per cent). Quebecers are twice as likely to get advice about protection of personal information from credit bureaus (32 per cent versus 16 per cent in the rest of Canada). Gen Z is also less likely to turn to credit bureaus for information about how to protect their personal information.
“It’s encouraging to see more people recognizing the need to better protect their personal information,” said Kuzmic. “It can be as simple as creating a monthly reminder to change your passwords, double-checking financial statements, and shredding those documents versus putting them in the recycling where a dumpster diver could find them. Consumers seem to be realizing it’s in their interest to play a more active role in protecting their personal data.”
To that end, just over half (53 per cent) of the survey respondents believe it’s reasonable that their bank would no longer protect them from any type of fraud if they have shared their banking passwords and 35 per cent admit they have accidentally clicked on a fraudulent link through email or text.
“Criminals are often waiting to take advantage of you and it’s important to take steps to protect your personal information,” added Kuzmic. “Consumers who are concerned about identity theft can always contact us to place a free identity alert on their Equifax credit report.”
More tips on ways to help protect your personal information can be found on the company’s website at: https://www.consumer.equifax.ca/personal/education/identity/. Consumers wishing to place an alert on their Equifax credit report can learn how to do so on our website at: https://www.consumer.equifax.ca/personal/education/identity/how-can-i-place-a-fraud-alert-on-my-equifax-credit-report/.
 
Equifax surveyed 1,537 Canadians ages 18-65, Feb. 11-13. A probability sample of the
same size would yield a margin of error of +/- 2.5%, 19 times out of 20. 
About Equifax
At Equifax (NYSE: EFX), we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics, and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping financial institutions, companies, employers, and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. Our unique blend of differentiated data, analytics, and cloud technology drives insights to power decisions to move people forward. Headquartered in Atlanta and supported by more than 13,000 employees worldwide, Equifax operates or has investments in 24 countries in North America, Central and South America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region. For more information, visit Equifax.ca.
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