Toronto Scammers Target Fair Pass Transit Discount
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Scammers targeting Toronto residents seeking Fair Pass Transit Discount Program assistance, offering paid help on Facebook Marketplace. The city advises applying directly on their website, as the program is free and offers significant discounts on TTC fares. Low-income riders, aged 20-64, living in Toronto, and earning under 75% of the low-income measure after taxes, are eligible. Report scams to the Fair Pass team and apply directly to save money.
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Canada News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! — Toronto Scammers Target Fair Pass Transit Discount. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.
Scammers in Toronto are praying on folks trying to sign up for the Fair Pass Transit Discount Program, hitting platforms like Facebook Marketplace, with fake offers to help for a fee. The city just warned everyone Thursday that you don't need any paid assistance. The programs free to apply for right on their website, with all the eligibility info laid out clear. This hits low-income riders hard, since Fair Pass gives a 36% cut on TTC adult, single fares, and 21% off-monthly passes. Load it onto your presto card for a full year. To qualify, you gotta be 20 to 64 years old, live in Toronto, have a presto number, and earn under 75% of the low income. Measure after taxes, plus upload proof of income, and address. If you spot these scams, hit up the Fair Pass team at 416-338-8888, Monday to Friday, from 830 AM. To 430 PM, stay smart out there and apply direct to keep more cash in your pocket. Local news, powered by AI.
This is Canada News Today. I'm Corey with The Story.
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