Meet up safely
Rules of thumb for every Partr.ca trade — read before you go.
Golden rule
Always meet in known, well-lit, public places. Do not invite strangers into your home and don't go into theirs. If someone pushes back on meeting in public — walk away.
Good spots to meet
Police station exchange zones
Most Canadian police services host Safe Exchange Zones with cameras 24/7. See zerko.ca/safe-exchange-zones for a directory.
Malls & shopping centres
Food courts and mall entrances are busy, monitored, and easy to find.
Tim Hortons, Starbucks, cafés
Any staffed business where you won't be alone works — grab a coffee while you test the part.
Bring a friend
Two people is always safer than one, especially for higher-value items like GPUs.
Before you accept an offer
- Keep all conversation inside Partr.ca messages. If they push you to WhatsApp, Telegram, or email — that's a red flag.
- Confirm price, condition, and what's included in writing before you agree.
- No e-Transfers, no gift cards, no crypto for a part you haven't inspected in person. Cash on pickup.
At the meetup
- Inspect serial numbers, look for physical damage, and match photos to the listing.
- For GPUs, CPUs, PSUs — ask to test in a portable rig if the seller has one, or agree on a short return window in writing.
- Trust your gut. If something feels off, leave. There will always be another listing.
Canadian police Safe Exchange Zones
Official police-run meetup spots — parking lots monitored by cameras, often accessible 24/7.