The Scammers got creative - pay attention and don't be fooled

By Gazette Staff

July 1st, 2026

BURLINGTON, ON

Remember the rule:  ALWAYS look at the address the email came from.

This address:  apablo@takeaway.es  This is not a Shoppers Drug Mart email address.

The scam itself is neat.  You bring a strong brand name that is offering something that makes sense.  Ties in with the values of the brand.  Something Shoppers may well do.

But they didn’t.

Here is what the scammers thought they could get past you:

Thank you for being part of our story. As we celebrate 25 years of Shoppers Drug Mart Online, we’d like to recognize the customers whose loyalty and confidence have made this incredible milestone possible.

To celebrate this special milestone, we’ve partnered with some of the world’s most renowned fragrance houses to bring you a memorable gift. As a token of our appreciation for your continued trust and loyalty, you’ll have the opportunity to receive an exclusive complimentary fragrance from our special anniversary collection.

Your loyalty has helped shape the past 25 years of Shoppers Drug Mart Online. We’re honoured to celebrate this milestone with you and look forward to many more years together.

If you clicked on that red box underneath the scam – you would have taken the first step to allowing them to steal your identity.