SAANICH, BC – February 9, 2026 – Today, the BC Government announced changes to consumer protection laws will come into force August 1, 2026. The new protections ensure consumers can more easily understand and exercise their contract rights. There are also new rules against high-pressure direct sales, known as door-to-door sales, of certain costly household products such as air conditioners and furnaces.
Read the BC Government announcement in full.
While Consumer Protection BC administers and enforces the law, government is responsible for making changes to the law and setting policy. Consumer Protection BC will ensure businesses and consumers have they information they need ahead of the changes.
Find more information about the rights and responsibilities of consumers and businesses.
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Louise Hartland
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About Consumer Protection BC
Consumer Protection BC is a not-for-profit regulator responsible for overseeing specific industries and consumer transactions in British Columbia. The organization’s mandate includes licensing and inspecting regulated businesses, responding to consumer inquiries, investigating alleged violations of consumer protection laws, and classifying all general release motion pictures.
With a focus on fairness and accountability, Consumer Protection BC works to ensure consumers are informed and protected. For more information, including recent enforcement actions and details about inspection and complaint-handling processes, visit www.consumerprotectionbc.ca. The organization also shares valuable consumer tips and resources through its blog and social media channels on Facebook and Instagram.
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