Two scams are targeting Saskatchewan residents through fake text messages and phone calls, provincial officials warned last week.

The Government of Saskatchewan and eHealth Saskatchewan issued separate alerts on Aug. 27, warning people not to click links or share personal information in response to the messages.

One scam claims recipients owe money on an unpaid traffic citation. The fraudulent texts identify themselves as coming from the Provincial Court of Saskatchewan and direct people to an online payment page.

The government said it does not collect fine payments or send overdue notices by text message.

A second scam targets health card holders. Text messages and phone calls claim a person’s Saskatchewan health card has expired or needs to be replaced immediately.

Scammers ask victims to click a link to update their information, and may request a fee or personal details to keep access to health-care services.

eHealth Saskatchewan said there is no charge for a health card, and any request for payment is a sign of fraud.

The warning comes as the province enters its annual health card renewal season. Renewal stickers will be mailed automatically to eligible households starting mid-September and continuing through the end of October.

Most Saskatchewan health cards expire at the end of December 2026. Cards with a different expiry date have that date printed directly on the card.

eHealth Saskatchewan said it will never contact residents by text or phone call about health card renewal, and no action is required to receive a renewal sticker.

Officials say a few warning signs can help residents spot a scam. Fraudulent messages often use a web address that closely resembles the real eHealth Saskatchewan site, come from an unusual or international phone number, or push a false sense of urgency.

Anyone who gets a suspicious text is advised not to click any links, not to reply, and to block the number.

People who believe they received a scam text or call can report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or online at antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca. Residents can also contact their local police or RCMP detachment if they are unsure whether a message is legitimate.

More information on the health card renewal campaign is available at ehealthsask.ca.