Your Secret Identity
One of the most valuable things you have is your identity. By identifying yourself, you're given
access to your bank accounts, credit cards, credit history, internet use and more - so it's scary to
think that your identity could be stolen or used by someone else.
Identity theft is a growing crime across Canada and the United States, usually involving credit and
credit card information, but also including social insurance fraud, drivers licenses, bank accounts,
mail theft, fraudulent emails (commonly referred to as phishing), and theft from company and
government databases. Each year, it's estimated that billions of dollars are lost as a result of
Identity Theft. The impact not only includes direct financial loss, but also, indirectly, damage to your
credit rating and reputation. It often takes months of work and substantial personal expenses to
recover.
Superior coverage
Although some credit cards provide limited protection, Aviva's industry-leading Identity Theft
package provides comprehensive protection for you and your family, including the following
coverages associated with identity theft.
• Enhanced Credit Card and Automated Teller coverage
• Lost wages as a result of taking time off from work to get help
• Legal fees
• Registered mail costs
• Long distance telephone charges
• Notary costs for affidavits and documents
Aviva's coverage also offers you free access to our exclusive:
• Credit Card Registry Hotline
• Legal Assistance Helpline