Hamilton Police are warning the public and local businesses of a recent increase in counterfeit Canadian banknotes being circulated.

Cops say counterfeit notes have been used with retailers and during private transactions arranged through online buy-and-sell platforms such as Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji.

The counterfeit bills are designed to imitate the current polymer $20, $50 and $100 notes and are of high quality, but lack the legitimate security features found in genuine Canadian currency.

Further information on the security features of genuine Canadian bank notes can be found at the Bank of Canada’s website at bankofcanada.ca/banknotes .

Anyone who suspects they have received counterfeit currency is encouraged to report it to Hamilton Police by calling 905-546-4925 or by v

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