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Signing a contract? Hold up…
It’s Consumer Awareness Week and all week we are talking contracts. Did you know that once you turn 19, you’re legally on the hook for any contract you sign? Here are three things you should know before signing on the dotted line.
Posted on 2014-05-12 :: Comments (4)
Good news for consumers: new laws in effect for prepaid cards
We often get calls from consumers, asking about prepaid cards and gift cards. Consumer Protection BC is responsible for regulating the law in BC around gift cards when it comes to fees and expiry dates.
Posted on 2014-05-05 :: Comments (18)
Your options as a consumer when a business closes
So you prepaid for goods or services, and now you learn that the business you dealt with has closed. If you’re not sure about your options, keep reading for tips on how you may be able to recoup your loss.
Posted on 2014-04-28 :: Comments (2)
New cell phone scam may cost you big bucks
Posted on 2014-03-31 :: Comments (5)
A scam warning from Canada Revenue Agency
Posted on 2014-03-26 :: Comments (621)
Watch out for curbers!
Posted on 2014-03-17 :: Comments (3)