Online Scams in Vancouver, Canada
Fraudulent booking sites, phishing, fake reviews, and digital cons targeting travelers. Below are the online scams scams reported in Vancouver — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Las Vegas, Miami, and Tulum.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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How it works
Travelers seeking tickets to Vancouver music festivals or events through secondary markets (Ticketmaster resale, Facebook marketplace) encounter sellers offering below-market prices. Payment is made via bank transfer or cryptocurrency, but the tickets are never transferred, or invalid QR codes are sent. The fake seller disappears. This is common weeks before major events like Jazz Festival or Pride.
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10 total warnings across all categories