Lorne Banks solicited investors for schemes created by convicted fraudster Michael Chomica
Traditional and alternative energy investments are becoming increasingly attractive to fraudsters
Oil and gas investments are increasingly attractive to both investors and con artists
Steep rise in spam email linked to schemes designed to trick unsuspecting investors
Scam follows a “tax charity” format where for each dollar donated to an alleged charity a tax deduction receipt is provided at a multiplied rate of return
Felmina Alliance not authorized to carry out business in Manitoba
Internet-based promotions targeting investors with “risk free” returns, BCSC says
SEC alleges promoters sent investors misleading emails about Pacific Blue Energy and Tradeshow Marketing Co.
Regulators caution investors about high-yield investment schemes
Sanctions hearing set for April 18