Canadian Bread Settlement Scam - How to Protect Yourself

How the Scam Works

• Phishing Texts & Emails: Scammers send unsolicited text messages or emails claiming you are eligible for an immediate refund (often quoting fake amounts like $145 to $193).
• Fake Urgency: The messages urge you to register immediately before a false deadline to claim your money.
• Spoofed Websites: Clicking the link takes you to a fraudulent website (such as breadclassactca.com or breadsettlementcanada.com) designed to look like the real portal.
• Data Theft: The site asks for your name, date of birth, and credit or debit card numbers under the guise of "depositing" your funds.

The Real Settlement Facts

• The Payouts: Legitimate payments for approved claimants who applied before the December 12, 2025 deadline are sent via cheque or Interac e-transfer.
• The Real Amount: Approved claimants will only receive $24.11 or $49.11 (depending on past gift card eligibility)—not the hundreds of dollars promised by scammers.
• No Text Messages: The official settlement administrator, Verita, explicitly states they will not send text messages.
• No Credit Card Requests: Legitimate administrators will never ask for credit card numbers, banking PINs, or security codes to send you a payout.

What You Should Do

• Do Not Click: Never click links in unexpected text messages or emails regarding grocery or bread payouts.
• Verify the URL: The only legitimate website for this lawsuit is canadianbreadsettlement.ca.
• Check the Sender: If you receive an Interac e-transfer, ensure it comes from the official address: notify@payments.interac.ca.
• Report Fraud: If you have compromised your information, contact your bank immediately and report the incident to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.