10 - Southpoint Sun
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
OPP warning of door-to-door scams across Ontario ORILLIA — Door-to-door scams continue to pose a threat to Ontario consumers and businesses. The individuals may use high pressure tactics and can be aggressive. Consumers may find themselves in a situation where they purchase a product or sign up for a service they neither need nor want. The Ontario Provincial Police have received an increased number of complaints from homeowners across the province who have been solicited by individuals attending their residences to sell certain household appliances, contracts and/or services. How does the fraud operate? Fraudsters approach individuals in person at the door to their home and use compelling tactics to persuade the homeowner or occupant that a new appliance, contract or service is required. Call from individuals claiming to be lawyers Soon after the purchase or installation of the household appliances, contracts and/or services, the victims are contacted by someone claiming to be from a law firm offering a solution to exit the previously signed contracts, remove possible
liens and consolidate the incurred debts. Victims are told they may be eligible to receive an award for a significant amount of money if they sign off on exiting the contract. Conditions of the award As a condition of the award, the victims are contacted by a renovation company and ultimately are persuaded to sign a contract, which they are led to believe is required to comply with energy efficiency obligations. The fraudsters then use the signed documents to obtain a mortgage or secondary mortgage on the victims’ home. The funds are then deposited into the victim’s bank account, leading the victims’ to believe they have received the award, which is actually funds from the home equity mortgage taken out on their home. As a condition of the award, victims are instructed to pay the company the proceeds of the award to comply with the terms of the judgement. Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre statistics In 2020, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) received 1,641 complaints related to service scams affecting 863 Ontario residents, for a loss of $2,878,898. In
Shirley J. Mills It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley J. Mills on Sunday, September 26, 2021 at 88 years of age, surrounded by her loving family. Reunited with her loving husband Don with whom she shared 54 years of marriage. Cherished mother of the late Patty Horne, Dawn Roberta Mills and David Mills (Tammie). Much loved Nana of Jason Horne (Wanda), Tyler Getty (Liz), Trevor Getty, Travis Getty, Nicole Mills and Kelsey Mills. Great-Nana of Keegan, Serissa, Cooper, Caleb and Tate. Dear sister of Robert Dawson (Mary). She will also be missed dearly by many nieces, nephews and friends. Shirley retired from H.J. Heinz after 30 years of dedicated service. Visiting at the Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Thursday, September 30, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. A Funeral Service to celebrate Shirley’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. Due to COVID restrictions, visitation is limited to a specific number of visitors. Only those with an appointment will be allowed in. Please book an appointment at www. reidfuneralhome.ca. Everyone must wear a mask. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may by made by cheque to the Heart and Stoke Foundation. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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2021, the CAFC received 127 reports from Ontario victims, with a reported loss of $695,454. Door-to-door scams reported to the CAFC include solicitations or a service scam involving the sale or maintenance of an appliance. Understand your rights! On March 1, 2018, Ontario banned unsolicited, door-to-door sales of certain household appliances to better protect consumers from aggressive and misleading contracting at home. The new rules apply to air cleaners, air conditioners, air purifiers, duct cleaning services, furnaces, water filters, water heaters, water purifiers, water softeners, water treatment devices as well as bundles of these goods and services. On January 1, 2017, Ontario banned energy retailers from signing up customers for an energy contract while at their homes. Know your rights under the Consumer Protection Act, at https://www.ontario. ca/page/your-rights-under-consumer-protection-act How can people of Ontario protect themselves? • Ask for photo ID, get the name of the
Hadley Pinch
August 12, 1933 - September 26, 2021 Hadley Eugene Pinch, of Wheatley, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 26, 2021, at the age of 88. Preceded in death by his eternal Proof of obituary toMartha run (2005). companion and first wife, Beloved husband of 13 years to Barbara Pinch (nee Ockey). Father to Rosalie (Chris) Hodgson, Royal Pinch Mathews September 29, Loving 2021 grandfather of (Corinne) and Jay (Tanya) Pinch. Michelle, Janelle and Danielle Taylor, Chanelle and Jordana Southpoint Sun Mathews, Leah, Nicole and April Pinch. Great-grandfather $100, plus $13 hst = $113 of Nicholas, Jaime, Isabella, Sophia, Jocelynn, Jace, McKinley, Alexis, Tyson, Ellie, Elijah and Isabella. GreatAny of changes email great-grandfather Noah and please Myles. Hadley was fortunate to have a large extended family. Stepfather to John James sun@southpointsun.ca Renick, David (Lori) Renick, Glen (Maggie) Renick and Thanks. Joni Renick. Step-grandfather of Andrew, Michelle, Paul, Lindsey, Lauren, Logan, Sarah and Gracy. Hadley will be missed by so many and fondly remembered for his amazing sense of humor, quick wit, silly puns and fantastic jokes. Hadley graduated from Leamington District High School and was retired from his lifelong job at H.J. Heinz Co. His passion for golf was enjoyed right into the last years of his time here on earth. The one thing that Hadley would want to be remembered most for would be his love for his Savior and Redeemer. As a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, he often took great pleasure in teaching the gospel to anyone and everyone in hopes that they too could experience the joy that he had been so blessed to feel because of his faith. Visitation for Hadley will be held at Kendrick Funeral Home, Wheatley, on Thursday, September 30, 2021, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Masks are mandatory for all who enter the funeral home and Covid screening will be taking place. The funeral service and burial will be private, for family only, as numbers are limited at church due to Covid regulations. If you wish, memorial donations in Hadley’s memory would be appreciated to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.Kendrickfuneralhome.com
person and the name of the company or charity they represent; • Be sure to get it in writing, ask for literature and don’t feel pressured to make a decision on the spot; • Never share any personal information or copies of bills or financial statements; • Don’t let anyone enter your home unless you invited them and/or you have taken steps to verify who they are and know your rights under the Trespass to Property Act; • Research before you sign anything, agree to anything or invest. Don’t sign anything and always read the fine print; • An energy retailer cannot sign you up for an energy contract while they are at your home. For more information about the rules that energy retailers have to follow, visit: https://www.oeb.ca/knockknock; and If you believe you have become a victim of fraud, contact your local police service and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 (toll-free) or report online at www.antifraudcentre.ca. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or report the incident online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
Katie Schmidt
It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Katie Schmidt on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 90 years of age. Reunited with her loving husband Adam. Cherished mother of Monika Schmidt and Linda Horvath. Much loved grandmother of Kenny Horvath. Dear Proof of obituary to sister runof Annie Massong and sister-in-law of Lydia Gruber. She will also be missed by her nieces and nephews. Visitation took place at the29, Reid Funeral Home, 14 September 2021 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Monday, Southpoint Sun September 27, 2021 from 2-5 p.m. $13 hst = $113 A Funeral$100, Serviceplus to celebrate Katie’s life was held on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. Burial followed at Erie Memorial Cemetery. Any Gardens changes please email Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared sun@southpointsun.ca with the family at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
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Barbara Ann Skinner Barbara Ann Skinner, 35 years, passed away suddenly at her residence in Kingsville, September 20, 2021. Dearest daughter of Grant and Mary Jane (Lee) Skinner. Loved sister of Dave and Sarah Skinner. Also remembered by a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation was Saturday, September 25, 2021, 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Harrow Baptist Church, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Interment was at Iler Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Sick Kids Foundation or Gideons Bible Society. You may send your online condolences to www.geraldasmith.ca
