Organized retail crime is a $5 billion industry in Canada annually, leading to increased prices at checkout and violence against employees. To address the growing issue that affects more 87% of independent retailers, Toronto Crime Stoppers launched an organized retail crime awareness campaign on October 3 at police headquarters.

The campaign includes radio and social media advertising that are aimed at educating the community about the costs associated with this crime.

In addition, the advertising drives consumers to ItCostsUsAll.com to learn more about the costs of organized retail theft.