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This is our blog. We offer tips and helpful information on a variety of topics but it is not legal advice. If you require legal advice, please contact a lawyer. We welcome your questions and comments. Our blog policy talks about our content and guidelines for engagement and contributions.

After-death care: who gets to decide?

After-death care: who gets to decide?

Navigating through the death of a friend or family member can be incredibly challenging. There is a law in BC that outlines who has final say around what happens to a loved one’s remains once they have passed on.

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Posted on 2012-10-24 :: Comments (4)

Money-saving tips if Halloween is giving your wallet a fright

Money-saving tips if Halloween is giving your wallet a fright

A recent poll from the Retail Council of Canada found that Canadians with kids will spend an average of $75 on Halloween purchases, I thought it’d be timely to share some of my favourite money-saving tips for this ghoulish time of year.

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Posted on 2012-10-15 :: Add a new comment

Deadline for claims against Canada 3000 approaches

In November 2001, Canada 3000 Holidays (C3 Holidays) filed for bankruptcy. Consumer Protection BC is responsible for verifying eligibility and processing the remaining claims so we’re sharing some information as the deadline approaches.

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Posted on 2012-10-09 :: Add a new comment

Use caution when selling your car through an online, third-party auto broker

Use caution when selling your car through an online, third-party auto broker

Posted on 2012-10-01 :: Comments (1)

Information access – what does it mean for you?

Information access – what does it mean for you?

Posted on 2012-09-24 :: Comments (1)

It’s your right to know!

It’s your right to know!

Posted on 2012-09-17 :: Add a new comment

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