Scam warning

The Humanitarian Response Network of Canada (HRN) has recently been made aware of fraudulent activity involving the unauthorized use of our name and logo. These scams are falsely presenting themselves as official HRN communications and have been used to solicit payments under the guise of offering humanitarian support — including purported assistance in crisis-affected areas. 

We want to be absolutely clear: HRN does not request or collect money from individuals in exchange for services, safe passage, or humanitarian aid. Any such claims are fraudulent. 

These scams typically exploit humanitarian crises to target vulnerable individuals and communities. In one recent case, a website impersonating several humanitarian organizations — including HRN — offered fake services and partnerships in exchange for personal information and payment. 

Stay Vigilant 

We urge all individuals and organizations to exercise caution when engaging with unsolicited emails, websites, messages, or social media accounts claiming to represent HRN. If you are unsure about the legitimacy of any communication involving HRN, please contact us directly through official channels. 

What HRN Will Not Do: 

• We do not solicit donations or payments from individuals through unofficial channels. 
• We do not offer services, visas, or partnerships in exchange for payment. 
• We do not request sensitive personal or financial information over email or social media. 

While we take steps to report and remove fraudulent content, HRN cannot be held responsible for any loss incurred as a result of interactions with scam operations misusing our identity. 

Report Suspicious Activity

If you encounter any suspicious use of the HRN name or logo, or believe you have been contacted by someone impersonating HRN, please notify us at hrncoordinator@cooperation.ca.