Scam Alert: Alectra Utilities has received reports of a scam targeting customers.
We’re receiving reports of customers being offered a promotional incentive or bill discount in exchange for sending a large payment by e-transfer. In this scam, fraudsters are asking customers to make payments by e-transfer to a Gmail address.
Please be aware: Alectra Utilities does not accept payments by e-transfer and will never ask customers to send a payment to a Gmail address.
If you receive a suspicious call or payment request, do not provide personal or financial information or send any money. If you are unsure whether a communication is legitimate, contact Alectra Utilities directly at 1-833-ALECTRA (1-833-253-2872).
Please share this information with family, friends and neighbours to help prevent others from falling victim to this scam.
Visit our Scams & Fraud page for more information.
