Being asked for Personal Information
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If you feel uncomfortable with some of the information requested either decline or proceed with extreme caution. Real employment ads will not ask for any banking or personal information or for any money deposits.
Do not provide personal information in your résumé, on application forms, or other online job sites including:
- Your Social Insurance Number
- Your age, marital status, date of birth
- Your driver’s license number
- Your health card number
- Your banking or financial information, which includes credit card or bank account numbers and any Personal Identification Numbers (PIN)
Tips:
- Certain information may be discussed with a prospective employer only after the hiring process has begun.
- It is advised that you don’t give personal information to anyone unless you’ve been offered a job in writing and receive a copy of the contract.
Some general rules for financial safety:
- Do not agree to have funds or pay cheques direct deposited into any of your accounts by a new employer – you should know them first.
- Do not transfer, send by courier, or “wire” any money to any employer using your personal accounts
- Do not transfer money and retain a portion for payment.