The safety and security of private and personal information is of utmost importance to Standardbred Canada. SC wants to ensure that members protect themselves against any and all unsolicited emails, texts and phishing schemes.

**Key Points to Identify Genuine Standardbred Canada Emails**

1. **Official Email Address**: All communications from SC staff come from our official domain, ‘@standardbredcanada.ca’. Be cautious of emails from similar sounding or misspelled domains.
 
2. **Spelling and Grammar**: Look out for poorly written content, odd phrasings, or misspellings. Such inconsistencies can be a red flag for spam emails.

3. **Check with Us**: If you're ever in doubt about the legitimacy of an email you've received that claims to be from Standardbred Canada, please reach out to our official contact number or email address before taking any actions. Do not use the contact information provided in the email. Contact Standardbred Canada staff by contacting the office or by visiting standardbredcanada.ca.

**Steps to Take if You Receive a Suspicious Email**

1. **Do Not Open Links or Attachments**: If you suspect an email is spam, avoid clicking on any embedded links or downloading attachments.

2. **Delete the Email**: Once reported, delete the email from your inbox and ensure it’s also removed from your deleted/trash folder.

3. **Update Passwords**: If you believe you've clicked on a fraudulent link or provided personal information, it's a good practice to change your passwords as a precautionary measure.

4. **Keep Your Antivirus Updated**: Regularly update your antivirus software to detect and block malicious software and phishing attacks.

We appreciate your vigilance in these matters.