Don't scan that QR code on Montreal parking meters. It's likely a fraud | CBC News

A scam involving fake QR codes on parking meters in Montreal has been uncovered. The QR codes, attached to 10 meters, deceive users into visiting a fake parking website to pay fines, potentially leading to financial fraud. A citizen alerted authorities about the fraud, leading to a police investigation. Montreal officials remind residents that the city's parking meters and apps don’t use QR codes for payments and advise people to only use official payment methods for safety. No financial losses from this scam have been reported yet.