News from Thunder Bay: With the first day of Summer just around the corner, the Thunder Bay Authorities Service (TBPS) is warning residents about driveway paving scams.
With the first day of Summer just around the corner, the Thunder Bay Authorities Service (TBPS) is warning residents about driveway paving scams.Although TBPS has not received any reports of driveway paving scams so far this year, other authorities services in Ontario have.Residents are pressed to be cautious of individuals posing as legitimate contractors offering unsolicited paving services. These individuals often claim to have “leftover asphalt” from another job and offer discounted, same day work.They may also push for cash only payments or use high pressure tactics to secure quick agreements.These offers frequently result in poor quality work, inflated prices, or unfinished jobs, with the individuals leaving the area shortly afterward.Residents are encouraged to:• Request written estimates and contracts before agreeing to any work• Report suspicious activity to the Thunder Bay Officers ServiceAnonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222 8477 or online atwww.p3tips.com..
With the first day of Summer just around the corner, the Thunder Bay Authorities Service (TBPS) is warning residents about driveway paving scams.Although TBPS has not received any reports of driveway paving scams so far this year, other authorities services in Ontario have.Residents are pressed to be cautious of individuals posing as legitimate contractors offering unsolicited paving services. These individuals often claim to have “leftover asphalt” from another job and offer discounted, same day work.They may also push for cash only payments or use high pressure tactics to secure quick agreements.These offers frequently result in poor quality work, inflated prices, or unfinished jobs, with the individuals leaving the area shortly afterward.Residents are encouraged to:• Request written estimates and contracts before agreeing to any work• Report suspicious activity to the Thunder Bay Officers ServiceAnonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222 8477 or online atwww.p3tips.com..
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📍 Source: TB Police (web) · By: TB Police · 🗓️ June 07, 2026 · 🏠 ThunderBay.Online
