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How John and Mary navigated a misleading contract
John and Mary were stuck in a misleading contract. “I was rattling around, trying to find a solution and I contacted Consumer Protection BC,” says Mary. Read on to find out how John and Mary learned their rights around contracts.
Posted on 2017-06-06 :: Add a new comment
Misleading advertisements: what can be done about it?
Have you ever been misled by an ad and wondered what can be done about it? Read on to learn about advertising standards in Canada, what qualifies as a misleading ad, and how to lodge a complaint if you encounter one.
Posted on 2017-05-23 :: Comments (23)
Fake coupon scams: tips to stay wise to this up-and-coming scammer trick
Coupons can be a great way to save you some money on products or services, but how do you know if one is legitimate or not? Apparently, it’s not as easy as it seems. Read on to learn some tips to avoid this scam.
Posted on 2017-05-16 :: Comments (2)
Dear Consumer Protection BC: referrals
Posted on 2017-05-08 :: Comments (2)
Planning a wedding? Make sure you do these 7 things!
Posted on 2017-04-24 :: Comments (4)
How to stay safe and savvy on public Wi-Fi
Posted on 2017-04-18 :: Comments (2)