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Were you a victim of a scam? Watch out for the “recovery pitch”
If you’ve recently been a victim of a scam you may want to watch out for the “recovery pitch”. According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, scam victims may be at risk of being targeted again by the same scammer with the hopes of obtaining additional funds.
Posted on 2018-04-24 :: Add a new comment
The Little Black Book of Scams, presented by the Competition Bureau
Posted on 2018-04-17 :: Comments (2)
Why it matters: payday lenders informing you that insurance on a loan is optional
Posted on 2018-04-11 :: Add a new comment
Applying for tenancy: do I have to provide my SIN?
Posted on 2018-03-29 :: Comments (3)
3 tips to avoid problems when booking travel online
Posted on 2018-03-27 :: Add a new comment
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Decision summary: Black Tusk Jerky Ltd. fined for violating BC’s consumer protection laws
Consumer Protection BC has issued a compliance order and administrative penalties against Black Tusk Jerky Ltd., a business based in Kelowna BC, for:
2018-04-17
Decision summary: Wiggins Adjustments Ltd. fined for violating BC’s consumer protection laws
2018-03-29