42-year-old Hardish Khinda Charged in Series of Renovation Scams in Brampton, Mississauga

A man is facing fraud charges for his alleged involvement in a series of renovation scams across Brampton and Mississauga .

Police said Thursday that between September 2021 and February 2023, a man from Weaver Home Improvement and North Side Renovations signed five contracts and collected deposits totalling $37,000.

In each case, the man failed to provide promised services and didn’t return the deposit, police allege.

The alleged frauds occurred in Mississauga and Brampton.

In November, police arrested and charged 42-year-old Hardish Khinda with defrauding the public.

Peel Regional Police would like to remind the public to be meticulous in vetting their contractors by asking for personal referrals, checking online reviews, and verifying their credentials.

Investigators believe there are more victims and they’re being encouraged to contact police.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents is asked to call investigators from the 21 Division criminal investigation bureau at 905- 453–2121 ext. 2133. Information may also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).