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Canadian Diabetes Association advises public to be on alert for phoney canvasser
TORONTO, ONTARIO (October 19, 2009) – The Canadian Diabetes Association is warning Toronto area residents to be cautious of a door-to-door canvasser who claims to be representing the charitable organization.
The Association has most recently received a report of incidents occurring in the Beaches and Davisville neighbourhoods. A middle-aged woman, who was not wearing official volunteer identification and issuing counterfeit tax receipts, was seen canvassing residents for donations for a walk-a-thon on behalf of the Canadian Diabetes Association.
“The Canadian Diabetes Association has dedicated volunteers who commit their time to raise funds for diabetes research, education, services and advocacy and we are saddened to hear that the generosity received from donors has been abused by this individual,” says Andrea Strath, Regional Director, GTA and Central East Ontario, Canadian Diabetes Association. “The Association recommends that residents report any suspicious canvassers immediately by contacting the police at (416) 808-2222.”
Residents who do wish to donate to the Canadian Diabetes Association can visit diabetes.ca or call 1-800-BANTING (226-8464).
About the Canadian Diabetes Association
The Canadian Diabetes Association works in communities across the country to promote the health of Canadians and eliminate diabetes through our strong nationwide network of volunteers, employees, healthcare professionals, researchers, partners and supporters. In the struggle against this global epidemic, our expertise is recognized around the world. To learn more, visit diabetes.ca or call 1-800-BANTING (226-8464).
For more information, please contact:
Randi Garcha
Associate, Marketing & Communications
Canadian Diabetes Association
Tel: (416) 408-7207
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