Scams & fraud
Dear Consumer Protection BC: referrals
When an issue falls outside of our regulatory power, we happily offer a referral if there is an organization that is better equipped to help you. Read on for examples of some of these types of consumer questions and our answers.
Posted on 2017-05-08 :: Comments (2)
Free trial traps: how to identify them and what to do if you’re stuck
No-risk free trial? Think twice before going for it. Free trial traps are very tricky to decipher from legitimate businesses. Learn more about this scam on our blog post.
Posted on 2017-03-29 :: Comments (16)
The Top 10 Scams of 2016 presented by BBB
March is Fraud Prevention Month and the BBB has released the Top 10 Scams of 2016. Read on to learn the most popular scams and ways you can protect yourself as a consumer in 2017.
Posted on 2017-03-20 :: Comments (2)
Can you spot a fake online review?
Posted on 2017-01-30 :: Comments (1)
Hang up on unwanted scam calls
Posted on 2016-11-18 :: Comments (5)
Cell phone scams: what do you need to look for?
Posted on 2016-05-24 :: Comments (20)