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Keep your credit cards safe from fraud Print E-mail
Credit cards make our lives convenient, but fraudulent charges can be racked up if you don’t use your credit card safely.

March is Fraud Prevention Month and the Province is teaming up with Consumer Protection BC to help you keep your credit cards safe from fraudulent activity.

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Get savvy with your smart phone and avoid fraud Print E-mail

{March 21, 2012} VICTORIA – The rise in popularity of smart phones with social media applications can put consumers at risk of fraud.  

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Seniors continue to be victims of a classic scam Print E-mail

{March 14, 2012} VICTORIA – Scam artists continue to target British Columbian seniors through deceptive ‘sweepstakes’ opportunities that come through the mail. It’s an age-old trick and unfortunately seniors continue to be victims of this type of scheme.

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Computer tech support scam targets British Columbians Print E-mail

{March 7, 2012} VICTORIA – For several months, phone scammers have been targeting British Columbians by pretending to be with a reputable computer software company, asking to perform urgent software updates and requesting hundreds of dollars as a ‘fee’ for their service.

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Consumer Protection BC Welcomes New Board Member Print E-mail

{February 24, 2012} VICTORIA, BC – Consumer Protection BC is pleased to announce that Julie Winram will be joining our Board of Directors. By legislation, the Consumer Protection BC Board may consist of up to nine directors including one director who may be appointed by the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General.

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