In Pembroke, Ontario, select parking spaces marked with a handshake symbol outside the OPP station at 77 International Dr. serve as safe zones for online transactions.
Launched by the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP, “Project Safe Trade” provides a secure, public space for buyers and sellers to exchange goods, reducing risks associated with private meetups. Available 24/7 without appointments, the initiative aims to prevent fraud and crime, especially during the busy holiday season.
While officers won’t oversee transactions, they’re ready to respond if needed. Experts advise verifying sellers, inspecting items in person, and staying cautious—if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.
